Sure, we all have traditions, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't stray from the norm now and then. Instead of the usual spread that you've churned out for years, surprise your guests with something a little different. Trust us, they'll be more than happy to shake things up:
Do like the Italians
It's a well-known fact that Italians take food seriously, so it's a no-brainer to trust them to do Easter right. This year channel your inner nonna and swap out the usual menu for an Italian-inspired feast complete with tender lamb shoulder, braised artichokes, and a lemony ricotta cake.
...Or the Brits
For a fun twist, ditch the dinner menu completely and go for a more refined affair in the form of an afternoon tea party. Serve pots of your favorite tea with a mix of bites including dainty tea sandwiches, sweet lavender scones, and buttery shortbread.
Save Boring Ham For Another Day
Ham is an Easter classic, but that doesn't mean you can't change it up. If you're going to do it, you may as well do it right. So make this year the year you stop serving your guests the usual flavorless ham. Treat your ham right by prepping it properly, then giving it the true holiday treatment with a DIY glaze.
Give Your Eggs Some Extra TLC
It's basically a requirement that you eat eggs in some shape or form on Easter. But eggs can be so ordinary, especially mayo-rich deviled eggs, so give them a facelift. Spice up deviled eggs with additions like pickles, spicy Spanish chorizo, or even crushed up potatoes chips.
Reinvent your Leftovers
You do it for Thanksgiving, so why not Easter? Instead of eating through your leftovers as is, transform them into something even better. Yes, it's called the Hamgiving sandwich, and though we may have just coined the term, we have a feeling it has serious staying power.
