Classic Easter Dinner Ideas Your Whole Family Will Enjoy

Happy Easter from the Pioneer Grill!

As a time for hope and new beginnings, Easter has a special way of bringing family and friends together. With renewal in our hearts, we gather around the table to enjoy one of the most joyous meals of the season — Easter dinner!

Whether you’re attending an Easter potluck or preparing the entire meal yourself, we have good news. We’ve assembled some of the best traditional Easter dinner ideas. For our full lineup of savory sides, mouthwatering main dishes, and delectable desserts, we invite you to keep reading. There’s a little something for everyone below.

An Iconic Easter Entree

As a traditional Easter dinner recipe, glazed ham is always a welcomed addition to the table. Here, the caramelized coating and tender meat offer the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Not to mention, glazed ham is easier to make than you think.

Whether coated with brown sugar, honey, maple syrup, or a combination of the three, you can’t miss with glazed ham. For a tangy twist, a little pineapple or orange juice can go a long way. Then, for an A+ on presentation, try slicing up either of these fruits onto the tray.

Fan-Favorite Easter Sides

What better way to complement your glazed ham than with the golden glow of scalloped potatoes? Prepared and served in a casserole dish, scalloped potatoes feature rich, creamy layers of finely sliced potatoes garnished with fresh herbs to top it all off. For easier prep work and uniform potato slices, we highly recommend using a mandoline slicer if you can.

Now let’s add some color to the table! As a healthy and delicious Easter dinner side, spring vegetables are quick to prepare and easy to enjoy. Best of all, you can customize the recipe to your liking. Toss in some fresh peas, sliced carrots, chopped asparagus, and beyond, for a fresh and flavorful side that pairs well with your glazed ham.

Spring-Inspired Easter Desserts

No Easter Sunday is complete without a few sweets. Whether that’s cake, pie, or cupcakes, the options are truly endless. As we transition from the cold of winter to the promise of spring, here are a few seasonal desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth.

With a classic cream cheese frosting, carrot cake is hands down the most popular Easter dessert. On the other hand, you might consider either lemon or blueberry cupcakes or lemon meringue pie for some citrusy sweetness that naturally complements springtime.

Taking the Next Step

If any of these Easter menu ideas struck a chord, we have more good news. We are currently taking Easter lunch reservations at the Pioneer Grill in Alexandria, MN, where we’ll be featuring each of the classic dishes above. We invite you and your family to come enjoy our glazed ham, scalloped potatoes, spring vegetables, and seasonal desserts.

For reservations, give us a call at (320) 759-4610. We look forward to having you! Happy Easter!