Food & Recipe Ideas for Easter

Chickens and Bunnies and Eggs, Oh My!:
It's almost that time of year again. You're standing, dumbfounded, in front of a mound of hard boiled eggs and chocolate Easter bunnies. You wonder "what am I going to do with 6 dozen eggs and 25 chocolate bunnies". The stress...

Easter Dinner:
Spring is in the air and thoughts of the Easter Bunny are upon us. I have come up with a traditional Easter dinner for you to enjoy. It's been years since my family has had one. Maybe it's time to get back into the tradition.

Jazzing Up Your Holiday Ham:
Ham is part of many of our Easter Dinners. This year why not jazz it up with a new sauce or glaze? They are easy and inexpensive, but can add that extra touch to your holiday meal. Remember, always cook your ham slowly...

Easter Pie:
Every Easter when I was a boy I looked forward to my mom's Easter pie. An Italian tradition, "Easter Pie", as it is colloquially known, is a quiche-like, savory pie, filled with eggs, cheese, meat, and a variety of other possibilities.

Celebrate Easter With Roasted Lamb:
Historically, feasting on lamb was a traditional means of ushering in the spring season. The natural breeding cycle of sheep produces lamb in the months of March and April; hence the term spring lamb. This however, is an informal definition.

Easter Party Ideas:
Easter marks the start of spring and is a sacred holiday for Christians throughout the world as it signifies when Jesus Christ was resurrected from the grave to live again. But where did the Easter bunny and eggs fit into the Easter tradition?

Holiday Feast Can Be Healthy Too:
Holiday meals are one of the hardest times to continue our healthy eating. However, you don't have to sacrifice taste to enjoy a wonderful meal at Easter. These recipes are healthy and delicious.

The 10 Best Things To Do With Leftover Easter Eggs:
Okay. Easter is over. A good time was had by all. There were chocolates and grand style feasting, and of course, Easter Eggs. Lots and lots of Easter Eggs. So many Easter Eggs. Never have you and your family turned out such masterpieces of Easter art.

Leftover Easter Egg Recipes:
What are you going to do with all of those leftover Easter Eggs? We love coloring eggs as much as anyone. But we HATE wasting food. What follows is a list of five fabulous recipes to make with leftover eggs. Oh, by the way, you don't have to wait...

Asparagus: The Herald of Spring:
Chefs and gourmets the world over eagerly await the arrival of spring. No other time of year can match the bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables available. Many will only be obtainable at this time. Asparagus' peak season is...


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Craft Ideas...

Decorative Clay Pots :
Decorative flowerpots cost a fortune, but you can make them yourself with surprising ease, using terra-cotta pots and an assortment of acrylic paints. These pots are the perfect way to showcase a favorite plant or...

Dyed Eggs & Easter Egg Tree :
When leaves sprout on trees, you know it's spring. And when colorful eggs grow on miniature trees, you know it's Easter! This delicate Easter decoration is fashioned from painted tree branches that are adorned with dyed, paint-spattered eggs.

Easter Basket Card :
Why not take the time to make and send this cute basket of goodies to family or friends. It takes very little time to put together and in an adorable greeting that will be kept in the memory box.

Dish Towel Bunny :
Bunnies are adorable, there can be no argument. But this bunny takes the cake as it is assembled from dish towels and washcloths right before your eyes! Great for decoration or even a hostess gift...

Egg Tulips :
Here's a fun way to make a pretty way decoration this Easter to display on your dinner table. The kids will be so proud of their creation, get started today. You will need: 3 blown eggs, dyed, glue...

Styrofoam Cup Spring Hats :
These dainty little springtime hats are perfect for Mother's Day, Easter, or any day you want the feeling of Spring around your home. These are super easy for kids to make and surprisingly fun to watch shrink in the oven!

Easter Egg Door Hanger :
Make this fun and festive Easter Egg Door Hanger to welcome this Easter Bunny this year. Simple instructions and minimal supplies, whip it up in just an hour or so. Makes a great gift too, so make a couple while you are at it!


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Kids in the Kitchen

Easter Egg Cake:
Wow the kids and your friends with this super easy Easter egg cake. All the fun is in the decorating. Be creative!

Easter Cupcakes:
One of the easiest treats to dress up for holidays and birthdays is the cupcake. All you need is food coloring...

Fun Easter Recipes :
Fun recipes to make with your kids! They will love helping and then eating these wonderful easter delights!

Edible Bird's Nest :
This fun craft is not only adorable when done, but it's tasty too! Sit the kids down to make this fun spring project.

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Best Foot Forward Easter Bunny :
Make this super easy keepsake bunny craft with your kids.

Cotton Ball Rabbit :
Sit the kids down at the table to make these soft and cuddly little bunnies just in time for Easter.

Nest of Hungry Chicks :
These cute little chicks have just hatched and they are ready to eat! Share in this springtime fun!

Styrofoam Cup Bunny :
Easter is coming and so is the Easter Bunny! Here's a fun way to welcome spring and Peter Cottontail this Easter season.

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