7 Easter Side Dishes To Bring To Dinner

Easter is a time for gathering with loved ones and enjoying delicious food together. If you’re looking for the perfect side dish to bring to the Easter dinner table, look no further. Here are seven mouthwatering dishes that are sure to impress everyone at the feast.

1. Creamy Scalloped Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 4 large potatoes, thinly sliced
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine potatoes, onion, heavy cream, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
4. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
5. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
6. Garnish with parsley before serving.

2. Honey Glazed Carrots

Ingredients:

• 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons honey
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Add carrots and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in honey, salt, and pepper.
4. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until carrots are tender.
5. Garnish with parsley before serving.

3. Asparagus and Prosciutto Bundles

Ingredients:

• 1 pound asparagus spears
• 4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Balsamic glaze for drizzling

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Trim the tough ends of the asparagus.
3. Divide asparagus into bundles of 3-4 spears each.
4. Wrap each bundle with a slice of prosciutto.
5. Place bundles on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
6. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until asparagus is tender.
8. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

4. Deviled Eggs

Ingredients:

• 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Paprika for garnish
• Fresh chopped chives for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cut eggs in half lengthwise and remove yolks.
2. In a bowl, mash yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
3. Spoon mixture back into egg whites.
4. Sprinkle with paprika and garnish with chives.

5. Spring Pea Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh or frozen peas
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 1/2 cup diced celery
• 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. If using frozen peas, thaw them under cold water and drain well.
2. In a large bowl, combine peas, red onion, celery, bell pepper, mayonnaise, dill, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
3. Stir until well mixed.
4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

6. Cheesy Garlic Bread

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf French bread
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut bread in half lengthwise and place on a baking sheet.
3. In a small bowl, mix butter and garlic.
4. Spread butter mixture over bread halves.
5. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Sprinkle with parsley before serving.

7. Lemon Blueberry Trifle

Ingredients:

• 1 package lemon pound cake, cubed
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 package instant lemon pudding mix
• 2 cups cold milk
• 1 cup whipped cream

Instructions:

1. In a trifle dish, layer half of the cubed pound cake.
2. Sprinkle with half of the blueberries.
3. In a bowl, whisk together pudding mix and milk.
4. Pour half of the pudding over the blueberries.
5. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
6. Top with whipped cream before serving.

These Easter side dishes are not only delicious but also easy to make. Bring one (or more) of these dishes to your Easter gathering and impress your family and friends with your culinary skills.