Start a new tradition and give her the night off from cooking.
We’ve gathered these impressive yet doable dishes to suit every taste and budget.
If your mom can’t stay out of the kitchen, let her relax with arefreshing spring cocktail.
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And don’t forgetdessert!
Creamy Caesar dressing coats bursts of tomato, crunchy romaine lettuce, and tenderrotisserie chicken.
Serve with crusty bread on the side for soaking up every last bit.
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Send the leftovers home with Mom so she’ll have enough for Salmon Nicoise Salad.
Zucchini Pasta
This easy pasta is both light and creamy.
Strawberry-Spinach Salad
This springy salad makes use of abundant strawberries from the farmers' market.
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Serve this salad with protein, such as grilled chicken, pork tenderloin, or shrimp.
Prettyrainbow carrotsare a colorful nod to spring.
If you’re free to’t find figs, you’re free to substitute sliced peaches or tomatoes.
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Chicken-And-Broccoli Skillet Pasta
This 30-minute meal is a one-dish dinner that will yo the whole family.
Piquant peppers give this dish a sweet-and-spicy brine.
Substitute your favorite noodles for theegg noodlescalled for in this recipe.
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Crispy Chicken Thighs With Roasted Radishes
Fried chicken has never been this easy or elegant.
Buttery roasted radishes take this Southern classic to a whole new level.
This recipe, using primarily pantry staples, is light and refreshing.
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Save fresh herbs, such as dill and parsley, to sprinkle on top of thisskillet dishbefore serving.
Honey Mustard Chicken
If you think chicken breasts are boring, this recipe will change your mind.
A honey mustard pan sauce flavored with garlic and rosemary turns a weeknight staple into something memorable.
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There’s little prep work involved to make this beautiful Mother’s Day spread.
Cook and trim the green beans, make the dressing, and then assemble everything on a large platter.
Save some pasta water to add towards the end of cooking, creating a silkier sauce.
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Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan for a restaurant-worthy dish.
It’s ready to serve in just 45 minutes but tastes like a restaurant dish.
While perfectly easy to make, this dish is still company-worthy.
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Parmesan cheese and whipped cream create an ultra-rich, cheesy sauce.
Fresh shrimp works best in this recipe, so you don’t overcook them.
Sweet corn and scallops balance the taste of this risotto-like dish’s smoky, salty bacon.
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Sea scallopslarge or jumboare better thanbay scallopsbecause the smaller seafood will overcook.
Lasagna Roll Ups
Transform everyone’s favoritepasta dishinto these beautifully presented roll-ups.
Customize this dish to your preferences by adding or substituting mushrooms or spinach.
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This comforting skillet supper seamlessly pairs pasta, beef, cheese, and vegetables into a one-dish meal.
Fresh Salmon Cakes With Buttermilk Dressing
Upgrade traditional crab cakes this Mother’s Day.
These Salmon Cakes have a crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior.
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Top these salmon cakes with a homemade buttermilk dressing and serve with afresh green salad.
Have this classic dish on the table in under an hour, packed with cheesy seasoned chicken.
If you miss the noodles, pair this dinner with a side of pasta.
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Despite its fancy appearance, this dish requires little preparation and only 10 minutes of active cooking.
A coating of mustard and mayonnaise helps seal in the meat’s juice.
you’re free to substitute chicken stock for the wine if you prefer.
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Spatchcocking means butterflying the bird while roasting the chicken, which helps prevent dryness.
Ask your butcher to help flatten the chicken so the breast and legs can cook at the same level.
To save time, use rotisserie chicken in this recipe.
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Instant Pot Mississippi Pot Roast
Hannah Zimmerman
Roast is always a staple for family dinners.
We guarantee this recipe will become an instant favorite as it takes only 20 minutes to assemble.
Serve over egg noodles, rice, ormashed potatoes.
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Broccolini andsnap peasadd crunch, and red bell pepper and spinach layer the flavor.
Weave thin strips of zucchini to create the pretty lattice top.
Underneath, a layer of gooey, cheesy lasagna noodles and sauce awaits.
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Creamy Vegetable Pot Pie
Spring veggies are the star of this comforting meal.
Carrots, leeks, mushrooms, and fresh peas combine in a rich, creamy base.
The tender, crispy, and juicy chicken pairs perfectly with the rich mushroom sauce.
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Serve over noodles for a complete meal in no time.
This dish is the perfect blend of savory and sweet flavoring.
Let this dish stand for a few minutes after baking so the rice absorbs all the liquids.
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All you need is a slow cooker!
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