My Picks for an Easy Easter Table


Easter always sneaks up on me.

I know many of you are gardeners and are already planting—or at least planning what to plant next. Here in North Texas, we’ve had a warmer-than-usual spring, so I want to be outside instead of in my kitchen. Even pulling weeds with the weed popper my husband bought on a whim feels rewarding when you’re not sweating.

But Easter is only one week away. Time to plan a menu.

I pulled together a few favorites from my kitchen that work especially well this time of year—from traditional Hot Cross Buns to colorful side dishes that brighten the plate without making extra work for the cook. Because so many of you are bread-makers, I included my Orange Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing in case you are serving breakfast or brunch instead of lunch.

🌷 A Traditional Favorite

Hot Cross Buns

Soft, lightly spiced, and perfect for Good Friday or Easter weekend.

🥕 Fresh Spring Side Dishes

Smoky Roasted Baby Carrots with Paprika

A natural Easter pairing that adds color without extra fuss.

Cheesy Rice Pilaf with Peppers and Peas

A natural Easter pairing that adds color without extra fuss.

Roasted Eggplant and Potatoes with Ranch Seasoning

Great if you want something a little different from the usual casseroles.

Roasted Edamame with Mushrooms and Balsamic Glaze

Another super-simple side dish you can cook in the oven alongside your meat.

🍊 Something Sweet and Seasonal

Orange Rolls (Bread Machine Dough + Cream Cheese Icing)

Topped with cream cheese icing, they’re a cheerful choice for brunch or breakfast.

However you’re spending the weekend, I hope there’s something here that makes your table feel a little more like spring.

Wishing you a peaceful spring weekend,

Paula Rhodes | Home Economist

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p.s. For you bread bakers, I’ll be back soon with the first email in my new series about why bread dough sometimes seems to need more flour than expected.

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