12 Editor-Approved Easter Recipes to Make for Dinner

Need some inspiration for Easter dinner this year? We have compiled some of our favorite editions and main dishes that everyone at your holiday table will love. Whether you’re using fresh spring produce in our Deviled Asparagus or serving up a classic, comforting staple like our Spinach Shells & Stuffed Cheese, this recipe is tested and approved by us. EatingWell editor.

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This sweet fish is heated with hot honey and plenty of crisp Parmesan cheese crackers for a savory note. To make your own hot honey, combine honey and crushed red pepper in a small skillet and bring to a simmer over low heat. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Stir in the apple-cider vinegar as needed. Try this easy method with other vegetables like beets, turnips or Brussels sprouts too.

Hot Honey Parmesan Carrots

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Our stuffed shells are filled with spinach, fried onions and part-skim ricotta and topped with prepared marinara sauce and Parmesan cheese. The shells hold and reheat, which makes them great for entertaining.

Spinach & Cheese Stuffed Shells

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This velvety cabbage in this easy cabbage recipe melts in your mouth and takes on the flavor of caraway, cumin and garlic as it simmers in broth in the oven. Serve alongside grilled pork or chicken.

Melted cabbage

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In this dish, twice baked potatoes, spinach, feta, garlic and oregano are added to potato skins and mashed potatoes. Serve with steak or chicken sprinkled with oregano or marjoram.

Potato Loaded Spanakopita

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This lightened-up broccoli casserole is sure to be a hit. Learn how to make this classic side dish healthier.

Broccoli Casserole

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Cabbage rolls are stuffed with a mixture of ground beef, rice and warm spices and cooked in a savory tomato sauce seasoned with garlic and mint. Topping the rolls with lemon juice just before serving gives the dish a bright taste. They will make a wonderful centerpiece for Sunday dinner.

Lebanese Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Beef

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Here we blitz parsnips with milk and butter for a flavorful alternative to mashed potatoes to go with pork and greens.

Garlic-Herb Roast Pork Tenderloin with Parsnip Puree & Kale

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In this easy scalloped potato recipe, sliced ​​​​potatoes are roasted in the oven before being mixed with a simple, creamy stovetop sauce and sprinkled with Cheddar cheese. A few minutes under the broiler that the plate turns golden and crispy.

Easy scalloped potatoes

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This Deviled Asparagus recipe brings together the best of two classics, deviled eggs and tender spring asparagus, into a fresh side that will fit perfectly into your Easter brunch spread. Look for asparagus that has firm, strong stalks and tops that are tight and green. Serve this alongside other Easter classics like smoked salmon, butter biscuits or orange salad for a festive addition to your holiday table!

Devil’s Asparagus

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There’s no reason to be overwhelmed by complicated techniques for a delicious, rich and simple roast chicken; the ultimate comfort food.

Simple Baked Chicken

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In this easy grilled salmon recipe, the salmon is cooked on a cedar plank, one of the most foolproof ways of grilling. We call for zucchini, tomatoes and onions, but feel free to use your favorite vegetables instead.

Mustard-Dill Grilled Salmon & Vegetables

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This asparagus casserole is perfect for a holiday or weeknight dinner. Blanching asparagus before assembling the casserole helps to maintain its vibrant green color.

Asparagus Casserole

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