1Glazed Ham
The Pioneer Woman
Ree says her go-to recipe is “totally easy, exceedingly delicious, and results in a purty and glossy Easter ham.” It takes just five simple ingredients (including Dr Pepper!) and pairs perfectly with all those sides.
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2Deviled Eggs
Caitlin Bensel
A deviled egg recipe like this one is the perfect classic appetizer or snack on Easter. You can pass them around while the kids are out searching for their own Easter eggs.
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3Roast Leg of Lamb
Will Dickey
Hello, showstopper! This leg of lamb is juicy and flavorful thanks to an herbaceous crust made with mustard, garlic, rosemary, parsley, and capers. The white wine pan sauce takes things over the top.
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4Candied Carrots 
David Malosh
Easter candy has nothing on this seasonal side dish! The sweet and tangy recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and it’s guaranteed to satisfy every bunny.
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5Funeral Potatoes
Kristen Finn
This classic potato casserole is cheesy, rich, and so comforting. You’ll be happy to know that it can also be prepared up to a day in advance. Now that’s an easy holiday recipe!
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6Hot Cross Buns
Ree Drummond
Some things are classics for a reason! Ree’s mom made these for years, and now she does for her family. They’re speckled with raisins, scented with spices, and decorated with a cross of sugary icing.
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7Macaroni and Cheese
Ralph Smith
This side dish will make everyone in the family happy. Ree’s version has a full pound of grated cheese mixed in―the blend you use is up to you! She prefers cheddar, jack, and fontina.
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8Sausage Gravy
Will Dickey
Breakfast sausage, onions, and a creamy sauce make this gravy completely delectable. For brunch, it’s best served over flaky biscuits.
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9Buttermilk Biscuits
Caitlin Bensel
There’s no wrong way to eat a biscuit! You can serve these with savory sausage gravy or a drizzle of honey. Of course, butter is always a good idea.
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10Broccoli Rice Casserole
Gordon Sawyer
Another Drummond family favorite is this hearty casserole side. It’s a great way to get picky eaters to eat their veggies. When they’re covered in cheese, everyone wins!
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11Parmesan-Crusted Asparagus
Kristen Finn
Come spring, asparagus is finally in season, making it ideal as an Easter side. A bit of lemon, garlic, breadcrumbs, and parmesan are all you need to make it shine.
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12Ham Tettrazini
Will Dickey
Don’t forget to plan for the inevitable holiday leftovers! This creamy spaghetti casserole is a great way to use up that extra ham. It’s also darn delicious to boot.
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13Pizza Rustica
Caitlin Bensel
If you’re a fan of quiche, you’ll love this traditional Italian dish. It has a double crust and a filling that’s loaded with smoked ham, soppressata, prosciutto, and cheese.
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14Easter Bread
Will Dickey
This sweet yeasted bread will sit beautifully at the center of your table. It’s adorned with colorful eggs, a sugary glaze, and rainbow sprinkles for good measure.
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15Ham and Cheese Quiche
Caitlin Bensel
This classic quiche uses a supermarket hack: store-bought pie crust. There’s no rolling out dough or par-baking required!
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16Spinach Casserole
Caitlin Bensel
It’s hard to pick our favorite part of this casserole—the cheesy, creamy filling reminiscent of creamed spinach or the crispy fried onion topping. Both are delicious!
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17Pea Salad
Ralph Smith
This recipe is a favorite from Ree’s childhood! It’s a hearty salad, made with peas, bacon, and cheddar cheese.
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18Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
Ralph Smith
Make an ultra cheesy side with this delicious potatoes and ham recipe. It’s also a great option to make later in the week with your leftover ham.
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19Quiche Lorraine
Will Dickey
This Easter brunch recipe is full of shortcuts like refrigerated pie dough! Plus, you can make it up to three days in advance and serve at room temperature.
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20Carrot Cake
con poulos
Carrot cake is an Easter dessert no-brainer. Try this classic recipe from Ree’s mom’s dear friend. Yes, it has homemade cream cheese frosting, too!
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