These Easter Lunch Recipes Are E.V.E.R.Y.T.H.I.N.G

The most important part of Easter? The Easter lunch, people! How else will you energise after a morning full of Easter egg hunts? Roast Lamb, Garlic Rosemary Pork Chops, Dr Pepper Pineapple Glazed Ham (as well as all of the sides - especially Cheesy Baked Asparagus, that stuff's a game-changer), there's SO much you can prepare for the big day. But, if you find yourself a little stuck for inspiration, and maybe motivation, we've got you covered with all the best Easter lunch recipes you could ever want. So, go on. Get cracking on that Easter Sunday menu!

Beef tenderloin is actually insanely easy to make, thanks to a marinade made up of ingredients you probably already have and a surprisingly quick cook time. If you only want to use rosemary (or thyme), that's fine. Just double up on whichever herb you're using.

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Braising lamb shanks might sound a little intimidating, but honestly, it couldn't be easier. After a quick sear, the oven does all the work for you! You'll have the most tender, fall-off-the-bone lamb for the most comforting dinner you've had all year!

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If you're not glazing your ham in a sweet-syrupy mixture of Dr. Pepper and pineapple juice, you're doing it wrong.

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When you need a super fast weeknight dinner, lamb chops are the way to go. They are quick to make and just as easy as pork chops! What could be better? So, switch up your dinner routine and make some lamb instead of the usual chicken.

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How do you show picky eaters how delicious vegetables can be? The answer is two-part: First, you make a sweet and sticky glaze; then, you roast. in the oven, the honey butter caramelises and turns plain, boring carrots into the most addictive side dish.

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Who said Easter dinner had to be stressful?

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Lamb meatballs aren't exactly the spaghetti and meatballs type, they are so much more. These spiced, herby meatballs have Mediterranean vibes and with an addicting green goddess sauce, we couldn't stop eating them. They'll soon be a new favourite.

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We love a hearty meat sauce for topping our spaghetti or pappardelle. Lamb changes things up a bit and is even more tender than beef. This ragù is perfect for making a big batch on Sunday night and freezing any leftovers for when your pasta craving hits—which I'm sure will be soon!

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Our favourite way to prepare asparagus is as a fancy side: Top it with garlic, a little cream, Parmesan, and mozzarella and bake it until the cheese is bubbly and golden and the asparagus is tender. This will be gone in seconds.

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This pork casserole is comfort food to the max. The honey-glazed apples add a delicious fruity sweetness to this rich and hearty pork and ale casserole. Feel free to use any soft herbs you like in the mash.

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Roast potatoes are one of the greatest food groups anyway, but adding Marmite into the mix and you've got yourself an absolute umami winner.

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So simple, yet so delicious.

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Creamed spinach is a simple side dish that is also the perfect way to use up any dying spinach. The creaminess will make you forget you're eating spinach and make everyone a fan. It seems like a lot of spinach, but it will boil down into almost nothing so don't skimp on it.

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Here at Delish, we think pork chops get a bad rap. Maybe it has something to do with all the dry, overcooked chops we were served as kids—but it doesn't have to be that way. Pork chops have the potential to be juicy, tender, and flavourful, really!

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Our biggest piece of advice: Don't overcrowd the pan.

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Pork can be intimidating to cook because it has a bad rep for being bland and boring. But if you cook it right, it can be extremely good. Good enough for a spot on your Sunday roast table in fact.

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Don't be intimidated by the name. Potatoes au gratin are actually really easy to master. You've got this.

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A roasted rack of lamb is the perfect showstopper, especially when it comes to Easter dinner. Because working with lamb meat isn't something people do often, it can seem intimidating. But trust us, it's really simple.

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Roast beef might sound fancy and complicated to make, but it's actually quite simple! With a good piece of meat and some simple herbs, you can have roast beef that's way more tender and flavourful than the store-bought kind.

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Is there anything better than a perfectly roasted potato? The test kitchen can devour a large pan of them like it's nothing and feel no shame.

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Intimidated by a whole chicken? Don't be! It's surprisingly easy to make, and there's nothing better than roast chicken leftovers. Great on salads and in sandwiches.

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Roasting lamb is just as easy, if not easier, than roasting a chicken. Seriously, all you need to do is rub lamb shoulder with a mixture of fresh herbs, garlic, and olive oil and throw it in the oven for an hour or so. Bonus points if you roast the meat on top of a bed of potatoes. (And why wouldn't you?)

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A roasted leg of lamb is the perfect centrepiece for a special occasion meal. Preparing an expensive cut of meat like this one can be anxiety-inducing, but we promise, YOU CAN DO THIS! Even prepared super simply, it can be incredibly delicious.

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For many, roast pork belly can be pretty intimidating. But I'm here to tell you that it's actually not, and you'll be grateful for giving it a go, because when cooked properly a slow cooked pork joint is one of the nicest things you can eat.

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You may not normally think to turn to your slow cooker for a large, lean piece of meat, but this dish will definitely change your mind. Pork loin stays super tender and juicy as it cooks, and the sweet and tangy glaze on the outside is incredibly addictive. Don’t skip these essential, flavour-building steps to get the most out of this dish.

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Throw all the ingredients in and cook it low and slow, and you'll have the ultimate fuss-free meal ready and waiting.

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Glazed ham is an absolute staple at the dinner table. And nailing it is way easier than you’d think. Spiral sliced hams are pre-cooked, so you don’t have to stress about getting it to a precise temperature. The key here is keeping it moist and adding lots of flavour.

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Add some freshness to the beefy classic with this insanely delish slow cooker dinner.

Get the Slow Cooker Spring Beef Bourguignon recipe.