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As the days gradually get warmer and longer, it can only mean one thing – Easter is almost here. To celebrate this joyous occasion and help you create an unforgettable dinner, I’ve curated a selection of 30 of our favorite Easter dinner recipes. This collection will suit a variety of tastes and preferences, and is sure to make planning your gathering an absolute breeze!
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Easter is a time for family, fun, and of course, delicious food. After a day filled with egg decorating and hunting, the last thing you want is to be scrambling for meal ideas.
That’s why I’ve put together this diverse collection of my 30 Best Easter Dinner Recipes that capture the essence of spring and cater to all age groups. Rest assured, there’s something to satisfy everyone’s palate!
From mouthwatering side dishes to the sweetest desserts, this compilation covers every aspect of your Easter dinner. So whether you’re looking for traditional favorites or something new to try, you’ll find plenty of inspiration right here. Get ready to create a spectacular and memorable feast for you and your family!
1. The BEST Marinated Pork Loin
The BEST Marinated Pork Loin
My Marinated Pork Loin recipe uses a simple, savory marinade to create a roasted pork loin that is moist and flavorful every time!
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2. Roasted Rack of Lamb
Roasted Rack of Lamb
Roasted racks of lamb coated with a bread crumb, garlic, rosemary, and olive oil mixture.
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3. Roasted Boneless Leg of Lamb
Roasted Boneless Leg of Lamb
]Roasted Boneless Leg of Lamb – welcome spring with this timeless recipe for leg of lamb. A great choice for your Easter menu.
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My Favorite Roasting Pan
- Heavy-duty steel roaster pan designed to resist warping for years of roasting performance. Nonstick inside and out.
- Removable chrome-plated rack raises meats up to allow fats to drip away
- Oven safe to 450 degrees F
- Wide, dual-riveted cast stainless steel handles make it easier to remove from the oven
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4. Apricot and Prune Stuffed Pork Loin
Apricot and Prune Stuffed Pork Loin
Succulent dried fruits make this Apricot and Prune Stuffed Pork Loin a great choice for a dinner party or an alternate entree for holidays!
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5. Chicken, Leek, and Mushroom Pie
Chicken, Leek, and Mushroom Pie
Enjoy a taste of authentic Irish comfort food. This Chicken, Leek, and Mushroom Pie is easy to make with buttery, light phyllo dough!
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6. Herbed Baked Eggs
Herbed Baked Eggs
These Herbed Baked Eggs are seasoned with garlic and herbs, then baked in cream and butter until they reach golden perfection.
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7. Country Eggs Benedict
Country Eggs Benedict
Use your leftover Easter ham with asparagus, Hollandaise, and over-easy eggs to make Country Eggs Benedict for brunch, lunch, or dinner!
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8. Herbed Egg Salad
Herbed Egg Salad
This herbed egg salad is full of flavor with the bright and bold fresh herbs, capers, red onion, and celery. No bland eggs here!
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My Favorite Mixing Bowls
- Set includes 1-qt, 1.5-qt, and 2.5-qt round glass bowls.
- High-quality tempered glass resists stains and odors.Freezer, microwave, and dishwasher safe.
- Loved for generations - experienced cooks and beginners alike have reached for Pyrex brand glassware products because they’re affordable, durable, and great for all their cooking, serving, and storing needs.
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9. Traditional Southern Deviled Eggs
Traditional Southern Deviled Eggs
Traditional Southern Deviled Eggs are just about perfect for any party, barbecue, or holiday. This classic recipe is easy and delicious!
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10. Sunshine Salad
Sunshine Salad
Sunshine Salad is a traditional gelatin salad, or congealed salad, made with lemon jello, pineapple, carrots, and chopped nuts.
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11. Oven Roasted Leeks
Oven Roasted Leeks
Oven Roasted Leeks are an easy, flavorful side dish. Their earthy flavor pairs easily with everything from chicken to lamb to beef.
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12. Classic Southern Jezebel Sauce
Classic Southern Jezebel Sauce
Classic Southern Jezebel Sauce with its spicy sweet heat is so versatile that it's used as a condiment, appetizer, marinade, or dipping sauce!
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13. Southern Potato Salad
Southern Potato Salad
This Classic Southern Potato Salad Recipe is great to take to a potluck. It's made with tender, steamed potatoes and a mayonnaise dressing.
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14. Lemon Vinaigrette
Lemon Vinaigrette
Lemon Vinaigrette – a light, refreshing homemade salad dressing.
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15. Old Fashioned Copper Pennies
Old Fashioned Copper Pennies
This delicious vintage recipe for Old Fashioned Copper Pennies is a sweet-sour combination of carrots, onions, and peppers that will keep your guests coming back for more!
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16. Crispy Roasted Potatoes
Crispy Roasted Potatoes
Crispy Roasted Potatoes thinly sliced, layered with shallots, brushed with butter and oil, and cooked until golden brown and delicious.
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17. Baked Butternut Squash
Baked Butternut Squash
Baked Butternut Squash topped with blue cheese and pecans is a deliciously different side dish for your holiday table.
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18. Perfect Potatoes au Gratin
Perfect Potatoes au Gratin
These luxurious Potatoes au Gratin, baked in a rich sauce with cream, cheese, and a hint of garlic are the perfect side dish for almost any meal.
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19. Lemon Dill Potato Salad
Lemon Dill Potato Salad
Lemon Dill Potato Salad – a warm potato salad dressed with a mixture of olive oil, garlic, lemon, and dill. No mayo makes it safer for picnics!
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20. Traditional Southern Egg Custard Pie
Egg Custard Pie
Eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla with a little nutmeg make this traditional southern Egg Custard Pie a dessert loved by both kids and adults.
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21. Classic Southern Pecan Pie
Classic Southern Pecan Pie
This Classic Southern Pecan Pie checks all the boxes! It’s flaky and nutty with a subtle caramel flavor. Perfect for any special occasion!
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22. Classic Lemon Meringue Pie
Classic Lemon Meringue Pie
This Classic Lemon Meringue Pie has a tart lemon filling balanced with a sweetened meringue topping and buttery, flaky pie crust.
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23. Strawberry Icebox Cake
Strawberry Icebox Cake
This easy no-bake Strawberry Icebox Cake is a vintage treat that features layers of graham crackers, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream for a delicious dessert with no baking required.
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24. Raspberry Filled Jelly Roll
Raspberry Filled Jelly Roll
This Raspberry Filled Jelly Roll is a beautiful cake that is easier and quicker to make than cookies or cupcakes!
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25. Red Velvet Cake
Red Velvet Cake
Red Velvet Cake is a classic, much-loved recipe. The combination of cocoa layers with cream cheese frosting is a southern favorite!
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26. Coconut Macaroons
Coconut Macaroons
A 30-minute recipe for easy Coconut Macaroons, the perfect treat for coconut lovers with a sweet, moist interior and slightly crunchy exterior.
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27. Heavenly Peach Pie
Heavenly Peach Pie
Fresh peaches with a sour cream filling in an almond and coconut pie shell.
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28. Pavlova with Lemon Curd and Fresh Berries
Pavlova with Lemon Curd and Fresh Berries
Light, crispy meringue topped with tangy lemon curd and fresh berries.
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29. Easy French Toast Casserole
Easy French Toast Casserole
Easy French Toast Casserole is buttery and delicious! This sweet treat is everything you love about the classic in an easy oven baked recipe.
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30. Apple Pecan Coffee Cake
Apple Pecan Coffee Cake
This Apple Pecan Coffee Cake is perfect for breakfast or dessert. Its buttery cake layer and crunchy streusel topping are sure to please!
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With this diverse array of dishes, you’ll be able to please everyone gathered around your table. So go ahead, explore these scrumptious recipes, and let the spirit of the season inspire you to create a truly unforgettable Easter celebration!
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Lana Stuart
Lana Stuart is the cook, writer, and founder of Lana’s Cooking. Lana has been cooking since she was tall enough to reach the stove and started this blog in 2009 to share her delicious home cooking recipes. You'll find about 700 recipes here so there's sure to be something your family will like!
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