A creamy casserole of scalloped potatoes and tenderOven-Roasted Asparagusround out this family-pleasing menu.
And of course we wouldn’t even think about having Easter without a coconut cake!
The best part about this layered delicacy is the creamy coconut filling.
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After church, slip the chicken on the grill and the mac and cheese in the oven.
Prep for theCreamy Broccoli Slawis minimal thanks to store-bought broccoli slaw mix.
And there you have it, Easter dinner made easier thanks to some pre-planning and simple prep work.
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Make your Easter celebration truly special with aGlazed Spiral-Cut Holiday Ham(pictured).
Enlist the kids to help assemble the classic bunny cake for a sweet finish to the meal.
For the main dish star, roasted lamb (pictured) is surprisingly no-fuss.
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Simply season the meat an hour before you pop it in the oven.
Trust an instant-read meat thermometer to ensure the lamb is the perfect rosy pink in the center.
The roasted green beans add a pop of color to the plate.
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A cheesyGouda Gritsare worthy of the special occasion.
This side dish is the perfect blend of comfort food taste and company-worthy presentation.
A pretty pink strawberry sheet cake completes the fresh springtime menu.
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Use this list of suggested recipes as a starting point, assigning one out to each person pitching-in.
Keep your guests satisfied when they arrive with a fresh dip while you work on the rest.
Finally, end the meal with a heavenly dessert of miniatureKey lime pies.
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They can be made ahead, too!
The good news for busy hosts?
The biscuits can be cut and frozen up to two weeks in advance.
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We used a small 2-inch biscuit cutter, so you may want to bake extra.
Serve with our suggested fresh sides and you have a winning combination.
We’ve also lightened up the traditionalpotato gratinby adding rutabagas for an extra layer of goodness.
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We’ve pulled some recipes that you will be proud to serve up with style as you celebrate spring.
Serve them warm with a couple dashes of hot sauce, and youll for sure start Easter off right.
If you have family coming over that doesn’t eat meat, this is the lineup for you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Preparing a large holiday feast requires planning.
Make side dishes in advance so all that’s needed the day of is to bake or reheat.
Additionally, prepare in stages so there is less chopping or measuring work.
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Finally, making dessert in advance will save time on the holiday.
Other preparation ideas include delegating specific dishes to family members to help contribute to the meal.
Some popular side dishes include scalloped or mashed potatoes, spring vegetables, and dinner rolls.
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