Get a taste of Italian tradition with Giada's 2021 Easter Menu! There are quite a few things that Italy just does right - the pasta, the aperitivo hour, gelato... and of course, Easter - aka, Pasqua! It's a highly celebrated holiday all throughout Italy, with convivial festivities and parades crowding the streets. Of course, like most Italian celebrations, the Pasqua festivities result in an impressive feast... something we can get behind.This Easter menu is all about honoring those traditions with classic Italian Easter dishes - so let's jump right in! Casatiello This savory Neapolitan bread is traditionally made the day after Easter, when there is often leftover charcuterie and cheese to get used up. However, it's just so darn festive - and so delicious - that we've decided it's perfect for the Easter table, and it makes quite a centerpiece. To keep things easy while you tend to the rest of the feast, bake it in the morning, let it sit in the fridge, and when it's time to eat, pop it in a hot oven for a few minutes to crisp up again. Citrus Fregola Salad We love a pasta salad for a spring celebration - make it ahead of time and let it soak up all those flavors in time for your feast! This beautiful pasta salad feels like a farewell to winter, showcasing the last of the season's most juicy and vibrant citrus. While we recommend fregola for its toothsome texture and toasty flavor, you can make this with orzo, or any short and small pasta. White Beans and Cavolo Nero If you never thought a bowl of beans could be absolutely decadent and delicious, let this recipe convince you they can be. With a creamy, sumptuous texture, this dish is a celebration of the Italian white bean - and cavolo nero (aka, Tuscan kale!) adds a pop of fresh herbaceous greenery that makes it all the more beautiful, too. Don't forget to serve it with a good glug of one of your best olive oils and some freshly grated Parmigiano. Asparagus and Zucchini Crudi To us, Easter feels like a celebration of the new spring bounty, and this light and refreshing dish is perfect at doing just that. Thinly shaved raw zucchini and chopped asparagus are the stars, all tied together with a lemony vinaigrette and shaved Pecorino. You can make this a day in advance if you wish - the vegetables will only get more flavorful as they marinate. Italian Springtime Lamb If it ain't broke, don't fix it - and this celebratory course has been a mainstay on Giada's Easter menus year after year for a reason. The sweet and savory filling imparts a ton of flavor into the lamb, and that crispy gremolata on top makes it all the more delicious. Flavor, texture, and an impressive presentation - this one's got it all! Lemon Ricotta Pound Cake Any recipe that starts with "lemon ricotta" usually bodes well on our team, and this one is no different. Ricotta gives this cake an incredibly tender, moist crumb. The cake itself is perfectly not too sweet, and the bright lemony glaze makes it extra good. Make it really feel like a celebration by serving it up with some of your favorite spring fruit.
Try these delicious vegan Easter recipes ranging from breakfast and brunch to dinner and dessert! Over 60 ideas brimming with flavor and seasonal ingredients the whole family will love. The following Easter-themed platter is a showstopper at any gathering and so easy to put together.
Get a taste of Italian tradition with Giada's 2021 Easter Menu! There are quite a few things that Italy just does right - the pasta, the aperitivo hour, gelato... and of course, Easter - aka, Pasqua! It's a highly celebrated holiday all throughout Italy, with convivial festivities and parades crowding the streets. Of course, like most Italian celebrations, the Pasqua festivities result in an impressive feast... something we can get behind.This Easter menu is all about honoring those traditions with classic Italian Easter dishes - so let's jump right in! Casatiello This savory Neapolitan bread is traditionally made the day after Easter, when there is often leftover charcuterie and cheese to get used up. However, it's just so darn festive - and so delicious - that we've decided it's perfect for the Easter table, and it makes quite a centerpiece. To keep things easy while you tend to the rest of the feast, bake it in the morning, let it sit in the fridge, and when it's time to eat, pop it in a hot oven for a few minutes to crisp up again. Citrus Fregola Salad We love a pasta salad for a spring celebration - make it ahead of time and let it soak up all those flavors in time for your feast! This beautiful pasta salad feels like a farewell to winter, showcasing the last of the season's most juicy and vibrant citrus. While we recommend fregola for its toothsome texture and toasty flavor, you can make this with orzo, or any short and small pasta. White Beans and Cavolo Nero If you never thought a bowl of beans could be absolutely decadent and delicious, let this recipe convince you they can be. With a creamy, sumptuous texture, this dish is a celebration of the Italian white bean - and cavolo nero (aka, Tuscan kale!) adds a pop of fresh herbaceous greenery that makes it all the more beautiful, too. Don't forget to serve it with a good glug of one of your best olive oils and some freshly grated Parmigiano. Asparagus and Zucchini Crudi To us, Easter feels like a celebration of the new spring bounty, and this light and refreshing dish is perfect at doing just that. Thinly shaved raw zucchini and chopped asparagus are the stars, all tied together with a lemony vinaigrette and shaved Pecorino. You can make this a day in advance if you wish - the vegetables will only get more flavorful as they marinate. Italian Springtime Lamb If it ain't broke, don't fix it - and this celebratory course has been a mainstay on Giada's Easter menus year after year for a reason. The sweet and savory filling imparts a ton of flavor into the lamb, and that crispy gremolata on top makes it all the more delicious. Flavor, texture, and an impressive presentation - this one's got it all! Lemon Ricotta Pound Cake Any recipe that starts with "lemon ricotta" usually bodes well on our team, and this one is no different. Ricotta gives this cake an incredibly tender, moist crumb. The cake itself is perfectly not too sweet, and the bright lemony glaze makes it extra good. Make it really feel like a celebration by serving it up with some of your favorite spring fruit.
These are the Easter foods that our readers love most, the dishes they return to year after year. From salmon, ham, and lamb entrées to desserts like egg-shaped sugar cookies and carrot cake cheesecake, these crowd-pleasing recipes are guaranteed to delight at your Easter feast.
In the Greek tradition, Easter Sunday is a joyous celebration that brings together family, friends, and strangers around tables of fabulous food.
This traditional German yeast bake is one of your favorite treats for bunny season: an Easter Bread Wreath with Marzipan. It's so good and delicious!
Pane di Pasqua is a traditional Italian Easter Bread recipe that's slightly sweet and dense. This festive bread is finished off with sprinkles and a dyed egg.
Traditional Easter Bread Recipes from all over the globe, each bringing their particular spin on a celebratory spring bake.
Easter bread, or sirnica, is a delicious springtime specialty. This sweet bread has citrus, egg and other flavorings and is traditionally served on Easter.
A crunchy puff pastry crust with a creamy filling of ricotta and spinach hiding hard boiled eggs. My own and favorite version of a traditional Italian Easter recipe.
A traditional Greek dessert, perfect for Easter celebrations.
Traditional hot cross bun just got a face lift! These Easter Hot Cross Buns are the softest we've ever had! You can totally eat them for breakfast. Or dessert. Or just because.
This no-yeast Italian Easter Bread is easy to make and perfect for Easter Brunch. This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled with excellent results. The dough is crumblier than traditional Easter breads, so forming into a donut shape is usually the easiest way to prepare it. Top with sprinkles and a raw colored egg (that cooks in the oven) to make this bread extra festive.
There are three cultures which have a big influence on my life, the German which I grew up with and the Maltese and the American through my boyfriend and his family. Our life is a daily mix of different traditions, habits, mentalities and languages, this is a gift to me but it also brings a lot of p
Easter morning was one of the most exciting days of the year when I was growing up. After the baskets were opened and we attended church services (in our new Easter clothes), we drove up to North J…
Polish Easter Food is delightful and sadly most of the Polish Easter dishes we get to eat only once a year. We start our Easter celebration with Easter
Celebrate the season with our best Italian-inspired spring holiday recipes.
Coq au vin blanc meatballs? Yes please! Juicy chicken meatballs cooked in creamy white wine mushroom sauce is the ideal comforting dinner.
Have your (gluten-free) cake and eat it, too!
In the Greek tradition, Easter Sunday is a joyous celebration that brings together family, friends, and strangers around tables of fabulous food.
The Easter holiday brings about joy and an opportunity to indulge in tasty wonderful traditional meals. I love that Easter is associated with various customs and food traditions. The food traditions have always been there
A perfect Easter Dinner Menu with recipes and make ahead tips. Everything from Ham to Deviled Eggs and Cheesy Potatoes to Carrot Cake.
A collection of delicious, classic Easter recipes from food bloggers that everyone will love!
These casseroles are so good, your guests might not even notice the ham. Start planning your menu now, and be sure to include these classic Easter casseroles for dinner. You'll be glad you have multiple 13x9 dishes to bake with!
Celebrate Easter Dinner with these simple and festive Easter Dinner recipes so you can spend more time hunting for eggs and spending time with friends and family.
Whether you are the hostess or bringing a dish to share, these 13 foolproof recipes for Easter Sunday will give you everything you need for the big day.
The Best Easter Recipes! Perfect recipes for a beautiful Easter brunch and Easter dinner.
This ULTIMATE Easter Recipe Menu Planner includes everything from main dishes and side dishes, to breakfasts and desserts, to ideas for using up leftovers!
The Easter holiday brings about joy and an opportunity to indulge in tasty wonderful traditional meals. I love that Easter is associated with various customs and food traditions. The food traditions have always been there
Try these easy Easter dinner ideas and recipes for your holiday meal. Main courses, side dishes, and more to create your perfect Easter menu.
From beautiful main dishes to comforting sides, find Easter dinner ideas for your holiday menu.
Our delicious Easter menus feature a mix of traditional recipes and fun new ways to use seasonal spring ingredients.
Unique Easter dinner ideas! These Easter main dish recipes include non-traditional menu ideas and fun holiday dishes.
Here are all the Easter recipes you need for a beautiful holiday spread, from egg dishes to baked ham, bunny treats and more.
This traditional German yeast bake is one of your favorite treats for bunny season: an Easter Bread Wreath with Marzipan. It's so good and delicious!
In charge of hosting family and friends for Easter? Find a traditional Easter dinner menu of ham, potatoes, vegetables, bread and dessert.
Easter dinner recipes: Feast on lamb, glazed ham, spring vegetables, and decadent desserts for a memorable celebration.
With Easter right around the corner, I've got several different delicious menu ideas for you! Whether you are hosting brunch, bringing a side dish or having a dinner, you'll be covered with all things Easter Menu Ideas
