Easter Recipes

Spring into Easter with our complete guide to the holiday. We’ve rounded up the best party planning tips, family activities (hello, dyed eggs!) and Easter recipes that’ll have you covered from brunch to dinner to dessert.

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    Easy German Potato Salad

    This tangy potato salad stirs memories of my grandma, who made it for us. Now my mom makes it with...


    Deluxe Hash Brown Casserole

    My son-in-law gave me the recipe for this hash brown casserole, which my kids say is addictive. It's an amazing...


    Rosy Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake

    Here’s a cake that gets its rosy hue from the rhubarb topping. It’s moist on top and light as a...


    Carrot Puree

    Carrot puree pairs beautifully with anything from roasted meat to grilled fish. Cook the carrots fully to ensure a velvety...


    Slow-Roasted Lemon Dill Chicken

    The lemon and dill in this slow-cooked recipe give the chicken a bright, fresh taste. Pair the entree with a...


    Asparagus Soup with Lemon Creme Fraiche

    A fresh and easy asparagus soup, pureed until it's smooth, is a definite winner. Serve it warm or chilled depending...


    Pistachio Cake with Walnuts

    It didn't take long for this cake from the 1970s to become the favorite birthday cake of my husband, Joe....


    Croissant Breakfast Casserole

    Turning croissants and marmalade into a classic overnight casserole makes a wonderful treat for family and guests in the morning....

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    Scalloped Sweet Corn Casserole

    This is my Grandma Ostendorf's corn recipe I grew up enjoying. Now a grandmother myself, I still serve this comfy,...


    Garlic-Sesame Green Beans

    Sauteed bits of garlic and shallot, with a sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds, turn ordinary beans into something special. Keep...


    Strawberry Ice Cream Charlotte

    My family loves ice cream cake, so they were delighted when I first presented this dessert. It's light, delicious and...


    Simple Turtle Cheesecake

    For an almost instant dessert, I spread homemade ganache and caramel sauce over premade cheesecake. It always makes busy holidays...


    Hazelnut Macarons

    You don’t have to be an expert in French cooking to whip up these sandwich cookies. The crisp, chewy macarons...


    Easy Lemon Berry Tartlets

    These fruity, flaky tartlets filled with raspberries and topped with lemon-tinged cream cheese are a sweet ending to any weeknight...


    Ham Steaks with Gruyere, Bacon & Mushrooms

    This meat lover’s breakfast has a big wow factor. The Gruyere, bacon and fresh mushrooms in the topping are an...


    Lemon & Sage Roasted Chicken

    Whether it’s soaking in marinade or baking in the oven, this easy-to-prepare chicken allows ample hands-free time. —Jan Valdez, Chicago,...


    Molasses-Pecan Sticky Buns

    As much as I like making yeast breads, I enjoy watching others enjoying my baking even more. These soft, tender...

    Spiced Pumpkin French Toast Casserole

    What a sweet way to start your morning! It’s perfect for the holidays, but we enjoy it year-round. Prep the...


    Rhubread

    We moved into a house with a yard of fresh rhubarb. To use some of those ruby stalks, we made...


    Mini Lemon Cheesecake Tarts

    Dainty and light, these tartlets feature two of my favorites —lemon and cheesecake —in one yummy morsel. They look lovely...


    Makeover Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

    Both of my boys loved this makeover version of a family favorite, and even my husband, who is a bit...


    Croque-Madame

    My son and I love having a croque-madame (a fried egg atop our grilled ham and cheese) for lunch. If...


    Buttery Lemon Sandwich Cookies

    My grandson approves of these lemony sandwich cookies made with crackers and prepared frosting. Decorate them with whatever sprinkles you'd...

    Eggnog Sweet Potato Bake

    I love eggnog so I am always looking for new ways to use it. When I added it to mashed...


    Five-Cheese Spinach & Artichoke Dip

    Whenever I go to an event, I'm always asked to bring this hot dip. Five types of cheese make it...


    Italian Chocolate-Hazelnut Cheesecake Pie

    I first prepared an Italian-style cheese pie years ago. When I changed it up by adding a chocolate-hazelnut topping, it...


    Carolina Shrimp & Cheddar Grits

    Shrimp and grits are a house favorite—if only we could agree on a recipe. I stirred things up with cheddar...


    Lemon & Thyme Roasted Chicken

    I love lemon and thyme together so I decided to roast a chicken with that combo. The seasoning is simple,...


    Sauteed Radishes with Green Beans

    I’ve heard radishes are the only vegetable you don’t cook, but a cookbook from the 1950s disagrees. Green beans and...