What Is Easter All About?
Easter is a Christian celebration that marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after his crucifixion. This begins on Good Friday and finishes on Easter Monday. For most Christians, Easter follows a period of penance called Lent that begins on Ash Wednesday and finishes on Holy Saturday. Lent is a 40 day period in which many people usually give up something such as sweets or chocolate to honour the period in which Jesus was said to have fasted. An extremely holy holiday for those who celebrate, Easter usually involves a lot of delicious food, from hearty roasts to playful chocolate eggs for the little ones. Looking for Easter food ideas? Check out some of our weekly recipes ahead of the occasion.
Good Friday Recipes
On Good Friday, it’s a tradition to not eat meat to reflect on the sombre day. This doesn’t mean your meals have to be plain or boring, though. In fact, it’s a good time to start off the celebratory period with a home-cooked, family meal. Chefs Plate has plenty of vegetarian and fish & chip recipes which are cheaper than getting take out. Why not try our Panko-crusted basa with salt and vinegar potatoes for a nutritious take on the popular Good Friday dish.
Easter Meal Ideas
For a lot of people, Easter is going to be the first time in 40 days they’ve got to really indulge, so it’s important to make sure you serve up something super tasty. If you opt to choose a Chefs Plate recipe for your Easter line-up, there is plenty of dishes to choose from, like our comforting pork meatloaf and shallot pan sauce with mashed potatoes and broccoli or our roast pork tenderloin with maple butter and sweet potato hash that’s guaranteed to go down a hit with the entire family. And if you’ve got a few vegetarians in the house, we have plenty of delicious vegetarian recipes to choose from, like this simple yet satisfying lentil bolognese with garlic toast.Exciting Easter Side Dishes
On big occasions like Easter, it’s important to fill the table with some memorable side dishes. And if you’re in need of some inspiration, you’ve come to the right place. Our delicious and rich cauliflower mac and cheese is bound to get the cheese lovers in your family’s taste buds tingling, while our chili spiced loaded potatoes are the perfect accompaniment for those of you who like a little bit of spice in their life.
Easter Dessert Recipes
It’s no secret that the Easter celebrations aren’t complete without a little something sweet. And this year, instead of eggs, why doesn’t the Easter Bunny bring something a little bit different? Chefs Plate has a huge range of sweet treat recipes and add-ons for you to enjoy over the Easter period. Why not try these delicious and chocolatey brown butter fudge brownies? Perfect for adults and children, each bite will have you wanting more. Or for those who like something a little bit lighter, our tangy lemon loaf is an absolute crowd pleaser.