80+ Easter Recipes for Appetizers, Dinner, Brunch & Desserts

Whether you are planning a traditional holiday meal, want new ideas for classic recipes, or just need one more delicious side to add to your dinner menu, my collection of popular Easter Dishes is full of inspiration. I’ve also included favorite brunch dishes, appetizers, and desserts, all perfect for celebrating this special occasion. Plus at the end, there are some tasty ideas to use up leftover Baked Ham! This recipe round-up is everything you need for the perfect Easter weekend. 

Main Course Ideas for Easter

Traditionally a large roast, usually spiral baked ham or hearty leg of lamb, is the centerpiece of the Easter Dinner. However, if those aren’t your favorite dishes or just want to modernize your meal, I’ve included other options that will still wow at your holiday meal.

HoneyBaked Ham (Copycat) Recipe

HoneyBaked Ham (Copycat) is the perfect crispy, sweet, smoky, and delicious center piece without the price tag! Perfect for the holidays!

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Brown Sugar Peach Baked Ham (w/ Bourbon option) Recipe

Brown Sugar Peach Baked Ham with a Bourbon option is sweet and tender making the most flavorful main dish for your holiday or family dinner.

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Ham Steak Recipe

Ham Steak, pan seared in less than 10 minutes, is our new favorite EASY recipe on busy weeknights OR for tasty holiday brunch! Make it today!

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Roasted Cornish Hens Recipe

Roasted Cornish Hens are an effortless dinner of tender, juicy meat with the crispiest skin. A meal that feels special without being fussy.

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Spatchcock Chicken

Easy Spatchcock Chicken recipe and step by step guide for how to cook an entire chicken with perfect juicy chicken meat and crispy skin.

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Roast Leg of Lamb Recipe

An easy, flavorful Roast Leg of Lamb is perfect for Easter Dinner this year. Tender whole Leg of Lamb roasted with fresh rosemary.

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Braised Lamb Shanks Recipe

Braised Lamb Shanks are fall-off-the-bone tender and surprisingly easy with garlic, beef broth, red wine, and thyme to flavor the meat.

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Slow Cooker Leg of Lamb Recipe

Slow Cooker Leg of Lamb is an easy recipe perfect for Easter dinner! Juicy, tender lamb with seasoned with garlic, rosemary, and lemon.

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Herb Crusted Pork Rib Roast Recipe

Herb Crusted Pork Rib Roast delivers a rich, flavorful, crispy, and savory crust. Perfect for a holiday centerpiece that everyone will love!

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Roasted Garlic Herb Rack of Pork Recipe

Roasted Rack of Pork is a show-stopping, holiday main dish crusted with garlic, fresh thyme, and rosemary for easy weeknight meals.

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Perfect Garlic Prime Rib Recipe

Perfect Garlic Prime Rib is a classic, comforting dish known for its rich flavor and tender, juicy texture. This will be a holiday favorite!

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Easy Brisket with Caramelized Onions

Ultimate Beef Brisket with Caramelized Onions is a perfect main course for weeknight dinner or for a holiday party, with leftovers perfect for sandwiches!

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Delicious Easter Side Recipes

Round out your Easter feast with these amazing sides! There are so many to choose from, so I split them into potatoes, veggies, and grains. Still can’t decide? Check out my new 2026 collection dedicated just to Easter Side Dishes.

Potato Side Dishes

Potato Gratin Dauphinois

Potato Gratin Dauphinois is a simple dish of sliced potatoes baked in heavy cream and topped with gruyere cheese and chives. Try it tonight!

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Butter Steamed Baby Potatoes Recipe

Butter Steamed Baby Potatoes are super easy to make in one skillet on the stovetop. Enjoy buttery, melt-in-your-mouth potatoes in 35 minutes!

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Sheet Pan Ham and Swiss Scalloped Potatoes Recipe

Sheet Pan Ham & Swiss Scalloped Potatoes are an easy holiday side dish. Tender, creamy potato slices loaded with Swiss cheese and deli ham.

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Balsamic Garlic Roasted New Potatoes Recipe

Balsamic Garlic Roasted New Potatoes are a simple, savory side dish with crispy edges, tender centers. Pairs beautifully with almost any meal!

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Slow Cooker Cheesy Potatoes Recipe

Slow Cooker Cheesy Potatoes are a no-stress crowd-pleasing side. Creamy, comforting, gooey, and perfect for feeding a group.

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Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes are soft, smooth piles of warm goodness that practically melt the moment they hit your fork! Easy for any holiday!

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Scalloped Potato Bundt Recipe

Scalloped Potato Bundt is a classic, cheesy potato dish with a twist. Thin potato slices layered in a bundt pan with a gooey sauce and cheese!

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Cheesy Ham and Hash Brown Casserole

Cheesy Ham and Hash Brown Casserole made with creamy potatoes and melty cheese is the ultimate comforting, savory breakfast dish.

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Melting Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Melting Sweet Potatoes are the ultimate comforting dish that's crispy on the outside but literally melts in your mouth. Try them today!

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Sweet Potatoes au Gratin

Sweet Potatoes au Gratin is the dish you need to add to your Thanksgiving spread. Sweet potatoes baked in heavy cream with cinnamon, nutmeg, and parmesan.

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Vegetable Side Dishes

Honey Glazed Carrots Recipe

Honey Glazed Carrots are the perfect holiday vegetable side dish made in a skillet with extra sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes!

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Creamed Corn

Creamed Corn is the ultimate, comforting side dish for any occasion, made with yellow corn, butter, heavy cream, and a little bit of sugar.

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Green Bean Bundles

Green Bean Bundles are a fancy side dish for Easter dinner. Fresh green beans wrapped in a slice of bacon, baked crispy with a buttery sauce.

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Baked Asparagus

This easy Baked Asparagus makes the perfect Spring dinner side. Flavorful asparagus cooked to tender-crisp perfection in about 15 minutes.

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Parmesan Spinach Casserole Recipe

Spinach Parmesan Casserole is an easy weeknight side dish with the perfect ingredients that is made in 30 minutes and is full of flavor!

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Stovetop Green Bean Casserole Recipe

Stovetop Green Bean Casserole is a warm, comforting holiday side-dish favorite made from scratch and perfect for sharing around the table.

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Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots

Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots with a touch of canola oil, cracked black pepper and Kosher salt makes the perfect side dish for a weeknight meal or a holiday crowd.

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Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Brussels Sprouts Gratin is a delicious and easy side dish made with Parmesan cheese, butter, and heavy cream.

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Indian Spiced Honey Roasted Carrots

Indian Spiced Honey Roasted Carrots are the perfect side easily roasted in the oven with garlic, ginger, garam masala, and honey.

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Sautéed Garlic Kale

Sautéed Garlic Kale is a great way to enjoy tender, flavorful leafy greens that are made with olive oil, garlic, butter, salt, and pepper.

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Grain Side Dishes

Parmesan Risotto Recipe

Parmesan Risotto is a creamy Italian side dish with fresh spring flavors, perfect for Easter dinner. Try making today!

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Stick of Butter Rice Recipe

Stick of Butter Rice is a rich, comforting side dish. With little prep work, its ready in an hour and always a favorite!

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Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe

Baked Mac and Cheese is the ultimate side dish for any meal made with three cheeses, this classic is perfect for the holidays and BBQ's!

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Spinach Artichoke Ravioli Bake Recipe

Spinach Artichoke Ravioli Bake is an easy cheese ravioli lasagna with a rich, creamy sauce made with cream cheese, spinach, and artichokes.

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Sheet Pan Mac and Cheese

Sheet Pan Mac and Cheese is the perfect creamy, comforting recipe with cheddar cheese, American cheese, mustard, hot sauce, and a crispy cracker topping.

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Baked Creamy Polenta

Baked Creamy Polenta is an amazingly versatile, simple, buttery dish easy to make and flavored with tasty parmesan cheese.

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Cornbread Casserole Recipe

Cornbread Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! Buttery casserole made with Jiffy cornbread mix is great for holidays or any time of year!

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Savory Herb Muffins

Savory Herb Muffins are deliciously buttery and flavored with oregano, thyme, and garlic. They're a comforting easy side dish for any meal.

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Homemade Crescent Rolls Recipe

Homemade Crescent Rolls are light, flaky, and airy with a buttery flavor. They're the perfect addition to a family dinner or holiday meal.

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Crusty Garlic Herb Bread Recipe

Crusty Garlic Herb Bread is an easy no-knead yeast bread recipe made with pantry staples, olive oil, and fresh rosemary, thyme, and garlic.

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Easter Brunch Dishes

From indulgent sweet rolls to healthy quiches to traditional treats like hot cross buns, here is an array of dishes for the perfect Easter Brunch.

Easter Bread Recipe

Easter Bread is a classic recipe for the sweet festive braided wreath of yeast bread baked with colorful Easter eggs nestled in the dough!

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Hot Cross Buns

Hot Cross Buns are traditional Easter treats you can easily make at home. Step-by-step recipe for fresh spiced raisin buns with sweet glaze.

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Easter Meat Pie

Easter Meat Pie, or Pizza Rustica, is a flavorful Italian pot pie with a delicious egg, meat and ricotta filling wrapped in a flaky crust.

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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes are the ultimate melt in your mouth tender fluffy pancakes recipe made with fresh lemon juice and creamy ricotta.

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Sausage Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls

Sausage Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls are easy homemade cinnamon rolls stuffed with pork sausage, fresh blueberries, and cinnamon sugar. With cream cheese icing!

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Lemon Blueberry Biscuits Recipe

Lemon Blueberry Biscuits are the perfect buttery, sweet, delightful treat. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even as a sweet snack.

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Orange Marmalade French Toast Bake Recipe

Orange Marmalade French Toast Bake is a delicious fluffy breakfast. Perfect for Holiday brunch or serving a large crowd. Try it today!

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Strawberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake

Strawberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake is an easy buttery cake recipe with fresh strawberries, cream cheese, and a brown sugar cinnamon crumble.

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Easy Spinach Quiche Recipe

Spinach Quiche is ready to bake in under 15 minutes with fresh spinach and jack cheese, the fancy sounding Quiche Florentine made EASY!

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Quiche Lorraine

Quiche Lorraine made with bacon, onions and swiss cheese in a flaky pie crust makes an easy breakfast or delicious brunch option for a crowd!

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Eggs Benedict

Try my Eggs Benedict made with a foolproof vinegar-free poaching method with creamy hollandaise sauce and ham steaks on an English muffin!

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Carrot Cake Monkey Bread

Carrot Cake Monkey Bread is the ultimate gooey pull-apart bread with fresh flavor from carrots and pineapples. It's a fantastic shareable party treat!

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Easy Carrot Muffins

Easy Carrot Muffins are made with whole wheat flour, buttermilk, shredded carrots, cinnamon, and ginger for a tasty, healthy fall muffin!

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Appetizer Ideas for Easter

Of course every Easter gathering has to have a plate or three of deviled eggs, but you can fill up the rest of your appetizer table with some of these tasty ideas.

Deviled Eggs Recipe

Deviled eggs are a classic Southern party favorite with a creamy, perfectly seasoned filling that's always a crowd-pleaser.

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Crudités with Herb Dip

Crudités with Herb Dip is a fresh veggie snack perfect for a party. Enjoy crunchy, healthy vegetables with creamy homemade dip.

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Ham Balls with Brown Sugar Glaze Recipe

Ham Balls are a great way to use leftover ham! These easy appetizers are savory, tender, and baked in a sweet, tangy glaze!

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Individual Carrot Souffles Recipe

These Souffles are sturdier than most but are creamy and soft. They make a delicious side dish for holiday dinners or brunch.

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Spinach Artichoke Puffs

Easy Spinach Artichoke Puffs are a rich, savory appetizer with your favorite party dip as the filling wrapped in a flaky, buttery pastry.

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Easy Spinach Dip Recipe

Easy Spinach Dip is the ultimate party dip! Creamy dip that you can prep in 5 minutes, then chill before serving with veggies or bread to dip.

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Cucumber Tea Sandwiches

Cucumber Tea Sandwiches are a classic finger food for brunch and tea. The creamy dill spread and crustless bread make them tasty and fancy!

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Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Bites Recipe

Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Bites make an easy and delicious party appetizer or a flaky and savory breakfast. Ready in under 25 minutes!

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Spring Soups and Salad

Perfect as a starter or as a light side for an Easter lunch, these salads and soups capture the fresh brightness of springtime.

Asparagus Soup

This easy Asparagus Soup is a creamy, flavorful way to enjoy fresh spring veggies. A perfect starter for your Passover or Easter dinner!

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Carrot Soup Recipe

Creamy Carrot Soup is an easy recipe made with wholesome ingredients that's earthy, creamy, sweet, and sure to warm you on the coldest days.

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Greek Chicken and Rice Soup (Avgolemono) Recipe

Greek Chicken and Rice Soup (Avgolemono) is a classic, comforting dish finished with a silky, lemony egg sauce and made easy in 30 minutes!

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Easy Mulligatawny Soup Recipe

Mulligatawny Soup is a cozy, curry-inspired dish that's creamy, flavorful, and ready in under an hour. Perfect for Easter or busy weeknights!

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Cream of Broccoli Soup Recipe

Cream of Broccoli Soup is an easy, healthy soup recipe made of fresh broccoli simmered in seasoned broth, then pureed until creamy.

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Cobb Salad

Cobb Salad is the perfect refreshing lunch with crunchy lettuce, creamy avocados, and it has plenty of protein with chicken breast, bacon, and boiled eggs.

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Green Bean Salad Recipe

Green Bean Salad is a crisp and tender salad, layered with texture, colorful to the eye, and tossed in a citrusy dressing.

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Nicoise Salad Recipe

A fresh, French inspired Niçoise Salad that’s perfect for quick lunches or elegant dinners. Simple, flavorful, and beautifully balanced.

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Strawberry Spinach Salad

Strawberry Spinach Salad is a refreshing summer salad with fresh berries, feta, chicken breast and light lemon dressing. Easy healthy lunch!

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Greek Orzo Salad

Greek Orzo Salad is a light summer side dish with tender orzo pasta, fresh veggies, olives and feta cheese tossed with lemony vinaigrette.

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Delicious Easter Dessert Recipes

Most of these dessert recipes take advantage of the bright flavors of a spring garden like carrot and lemon, and some are just fun colorful treats for kids. No matter which you choose, they are the perfect ending to a perfect Easter Dinner Menu.

Ultimate Carrot Cake Recipe

Ultimate Carrot Cake with Carrot Cake Jam is a moist, tender, nut-free showstopper dessert layered with creamy frosting. Everyone will enjoy!

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Lemon Meringue Pie

Lemon Meringue Pie is the perfect tart, sweet dessert with flaky buttery pie crust, creamy lemon filling and fluffy toasted meringue topping.

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Easter Cake

Easter Cake is the perfect fancy spring dessert with a spongy lemon cake, rich cream cheese frosting, and a festive candy nest topping.

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Easter Egg Nest Cupcakes

Easter Egg Nest Cupcakes are the perfect treat for your spring celebrations with tender vanilla cakes, creamy frosting, and cute candy eggs.

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Hummingbird Cupcakes Recipe

Hummingbird Cupcakes are based on the classic southern spice cake. The sweet, fruity flavors make this recipe an instant favorite at picnics!

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Carrot Bundt Cake

Carrot Bundt Cake is a perfectly moist and sweet easy cake recipe filled with warm spices, fresh carrot shreds, pineapple chunks, and walnuts.

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Carrot Cake Cheesecake Bars

Carrot Cake Cheesecake Bars are two tasty desserts in one bite. Easy homemade carrot cake with walnuts and a creamy cheesecake swirl, ready in just an hour!

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Lemon Cheesecake Recipe

This Lemon Cheesecake recipe is a decadent, creamy cheesecake topped with homemade lemon curd packed with fresh lemon flavor in every bite!

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Easter Chocolate Oreos

Easter Egg Chocolate Oreos are a no-fuss no-bake treat made with Lemon Oreos and lemon-flavored white chocolate. Easy to make with the kids!

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Peanut Butter Easter Eggs

Peanut Butter Easter Eggs are the perfect easy homemade candy recipe with rich, creamy peanut butter at the center of a chocolate shell.

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Honey Lime Berry Fruit Salad

Honey Lime Berry Fruit Salad is the most refreshing salad ever with blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, tart apples, fresh mint, and honey.

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Waldorf Salad Recipe

Waldorf Salad is a classic fruit and nut salad (can even be a dessert!). A holiday favorite for the whole family to enjoy around the table!

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Ideas for Leftover Ham

Even after everyone has seconds and thirds, there are always plenty of baked ham leftovers. These recipes let you enjoy every single bite without getting bored!

Ultimate Ham Sandwich Recipe

Ultimate Ham Sandwich is a simple toasted sandwich recipe stacked with savory layers, spread, and fresh crunch-perfect for a quick lunch!

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Pineapple Ham Casserole Recipe

Pineapple Ham Casserole is a creamy noodle dish that's complimentary in its sweet and savory combo. It will impress even the pickiest eater.

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Ham Bone Soup Recipe

Ham Bone Soup is a hearty soup recipe with plenty of flavor that develops as it simmers. A comforting dish, that makes a perfect meal.

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Ham Salad Recipe

Ham Salad is a tasty appetizer or sandwich filling that's quick to make, perfect for using up leftovers, and ready in just 5 minutes!

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Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup Recipe

Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup is creamy, full of veggies and ham, finished with heavy and sour cream for an easy, delicious hearty soup.

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Scalloped Potatoes and Ham

Easy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham is the best recipe for leftover ham during the holidays. Creamy, cheesy potato casserole with sliced ham and cheddar cheese!

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Ham and Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Ham and Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole will be your new go-to breakfast bake perfect for holidays, brunch, or even dinner.

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Ham and Cheese Pasta Salad

Ham and Cheese Pasta Salad is a simple but delicious creamy dish made with peas, ham, onion and cheddar cheese in a lemon and mayo dressing.

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With this giant roundup of recipes across every course, you are sure to find the perfect dishes for your Easter dinner this year. I’d love to hear which ones you added to your menu and any dishes I should include next year that you love making for your family. Let me know in the comments below!

Looking for some other main dish ideas for your holiday feast? Be sure to checkout my Thanksgiving Collection and Passover Dinner Recipes for more beef, turkey, ham, pork, and chicken options!

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