Easy Food Diets

 

Happy almost-Easter! 

We host Easter each year (except for when Im pregnant or have a newborn, which means we havent done it for the past two years. But thats not my fault because other people have offered, and Id just be an idiot to not accept the offers. So, I still stand by my declaration that we host Easter every year...) and I love it.

Adam usually puts something on the barbecue, our family helps out by bringing side dishes or beverages, and I line up a bunch of crockpots on the countertop. 

There are too many of us to all sit around the table, so we kind of eat in shifts. The kids run around in circles because its fun for the uncles to "chocolate them up" and the Easter egg hunt out back results in squished flowers, mud tracked indoors, and eventually tears when the egg-grabbing turns a bit too competitive. 

Its certainly not a scene Norman Rockwell would have chosen to paint--- but he should have.

Because honestly? The day couldnt possibly be any better.

and I cant wait.

If youre hosting, or bringing along something to share this year, Ive got you covered. The slow cooker is your friend. Use it! And enjoy your family. 

Honey Glazed Ham  (this is what were having!)

Maple Ham

Mint Glazed Lamb (this is what were having!)

Lemon and Rosemary Lamb

Traditional Leg of Lamb 

Leg of Lamb with Prunes

Mashed Potatoes with Sour Cream and Cream Cheese

Companys Coming Potatoes AuGratin

Roasted Vegetables

Best Brussels Sprouts, ever!

Cinnamon Glazed Carrots

Pecan-Topped Baked Sweet Potatoes

Honey Lentils

want more? here you go!

Apricot-Balsamic Brie

Cranberries and Candied Pecans Brie

Spinach Artichoke Dip

Crab Dip

Roasted Garlic

Taco Dip

Tomatoes with Goat Cheese

want more? here you go! and dips, too!

 cheesecake

oreo cheesecake

creme brulee

peanut clusters

rocky road

rice krispies treats (hey, the REAL rice krispies are going gluten free in about a month. score!)

holiday pears (not for kids)

want more? here you go!

but whatever you do: DO NOT HARDBOIL YOUR EGGS IN THE CROCKPOT.

youre welcome!

:-)

If youre entertaining, and need a bit of help getting the house in order, no worries. Ive got you covered with that, too!