Easter

Easter is a long, lazy table of a holiday — a brunch that bleeds into a roast, a sugar-dusted dessert, and a quiet afternoon of leftovers. Whether you're hosting on Sunday or just baking something special for the season, this collection pulls together the dishes that show up year after year.

What you'll find here

A mix of classic Easter cooking and modern twists, gathered for both the brunch crowd and the sit-down dinner crowd:

• Brunch staples: deviled eggs, hot cross buns, quiches, frittatas, and bakes that hold for a slow morning
• A centerpiece main: glazed ham, roast lamb with rosemary and garlic, or a herby roast chicken
• Spring sides: buttered carrots, peas with mint, scalloped potatoes, asparagus
• Sweet finishes: simnel cake, carrot cake, lemon tarts, and chocolate Easter eggs
• Goan and Anglo-Indian touches like marzipan eggs and kuswar treats for families who grew up with them

When to reach for these recipes

Easter Sunday is the obvious one, but this tag also works for any spring gathering where you want something a little more occasion-y than weeknight food — think a long brunch with friends, a family lunch, or a dessert table for an end-of-winter celebration. Many of the dishes lean make-ahead, so you can keep the morning calm.

Tips for planning the menu

Pick one star — ham, lamb, or a showpiece bake — and let everything else be simple and seasonal. Lean on spring produce for sides, and if you're hosting a midday meal, our brunch collection has more ideas to round out the table.