Easter
Easter is a wonderful gathering time for my family. We always have an elaborate but lite Spring Dinner, and always, always have some kind of lemon, coconut or strawberry/rhubarb dessert. Well actually- all three ☺ These are ideas for an Easter Dinner, but if you instead throw a brunch, refer to the Mothers Day Brunch ideas, also in the Spring.
Cocktails:
Starters:
- Goat Cheese and Rosemary Crackers
- Asparagus Pesto Pizza
- Frisee and Lardon Salad with Poached Egg
- Roasted Asparagus
- Creamy Parmesan Polenta with Young Spring Garlic
- Crostini with Fava Bean Puree, Ricotta and Cherry Tomatoes
Dinner:
- Rack of Lamb with Zinfandel Sauce and Blackberries
- Pan-seared Branzino with Artichokes and Morels
- Halibut with Caramelized Spring Leeks en Papillote
- Saffron Poached Halibut
Dessert:
- Lemon Bars with a Shortbread Crust
- Lemon Poppy Seed Layer Cake
- Lemon Raspberry Trifle
- Rhubarb Compote
Mother’s Day Brunch
Every mom deserves a special day. Believe me, now that I am one, I really understand how important it is to honor your own mother! A lovely way to start the day is with a breakfast or brunch. Here are some ideas as you put together your own special meal.