This no-fuss brunch menu is mostly make-ahead, and everything tastes good at room temperature, so the cook can be in on the Easter fun. Serve this meal buffet-style and enjoy mingling with your holiday guests.

beverage

Minted Mandarin and Strawberry Coolers

main

Cheese, Leek, and Herb Souffle Casserole

side

Spring Salad with Herbs

Oven Browns

Rosemary, Fennel, and Garlic Lamb-Sausage Rounds

Cinnamon-Bun Bites

dessert

Raspberry Custard Tart

Serves 8

Celebrate spring with a fresh, easy dinner menu in which everything is simply roasted and can be served at room temperature. For decor, gather blooming branches from the yard -- or the farmers' market -- and group them in whatever vessels you have on hand, whether juice glasses or carafes.

beverage

Lillet Rose Spring Cocktail

main

Salmon with Cucumber-Radish Relish

side

Barley Salad with Herbs

Roasted Asparagus with Lemony Breadcrumbs

Serves 4

The iconic Easter ham gets an update with a new-fashioned glaze of country mustard and fresh pineapple. It's then paired with an spring salad, citrus-and-hazelnut-garnished leeks, a rich potato gratin, and roasted asparagus. An egg-shaped cake flavored with almond and coconut finishes the meal.

This showstopping menu brings fresh flavors to the table. Best of all, the dishes can all be started in advance.

Our Greek-style supper is a delicious way to celebrate the coming of spring.

This classic menu starts with a baked ham coated with a sweet yet tart citrus glaze, and ends with a lemon cake and bunny-shaped sugar cookies.

Let guests mingle over an elegant spring brunch, including poached salmon and fruity cocktails.

A succulent herb-roasted leg of lamb is the star of this traditional Greek menu.

This light brunch menu is full of first-of-the-season ingredients. It's perfect for Easter or a spring baby or bridal shower.

Our Easter menu revitalizes the classics to create a memorable feast -- and begin springtime traditions anew.

This breezy Easter meal includes all the classics and is a cinch to pull off.

Garner rave reviews with an Easter menu that emphasizes fresh ingredients.

A holiday feast of baked ham, vibrant produce, and meringue that takes the cake.

Warm up to sunnier days -- or celebrate Easter -- with this bright idea: an easy menu of smoky ham, spinach quiches, and lemon cake, all made ahead.

main
Spinach and Gruyere Quiches
Ham with Parsley-Mustard Sauce
side
Spring Salad with Tangy Vinaigrette
dessert
Lemon-Ginger Bundt Cake
Serves 8