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Four crowd-pleasing recipes to host like a pro this Easter

Take the pressure off with these simple dishes!
April 13, 2022 11:42 a.m. EST
April 13, 2022 11:42 a.m. EST

Entertaining can be stressful—but what if we told you it didn’t have to be? All it takes is a collection of tasty and easy meals to make for your crowd. Our food experts shared their go-to meals to make to become the host with the most—perfect to prep before your guests arrive. Skip cooking a whole turkey and whip up Ronnie Woo’s deliciously spicy and sweet roasted turkey breast in no time or serve Shahir Massoud’s fluffy hot cross buns for your family brunch and watch them disappear. 

Hot cross buns 

This recipe is all you need to host the perfect brunch this Easter! Fluffy and fragrant, you will be amazed at how easy is it to make these delicious hot cross buns. 

Sweet and spicy lemon roasted turkey breast 

You don't have to make a full turkey for Easter! Ronnie Woo shared a sweet and spicy recipe for a simple turkey breast that's sure to impress. 

Whole roast leg 

A great make-ahead dish for Easter is a whole roast leg of lamb. This one-pan dinner is a set it and forget it in the oven kind of meal and it's perfect for feeding a crowd. 

Seared halloumi cheese salad with champagne vinaigrette

A fun and simple salad with lots of fresh, spring flavours and ingredients like mint, peas, arugula, and creamy halloumi. Served with a bright champagne vinaigrette, add this side dish to your holiday dinner to keep things fresh. 

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