As Easter Sunday approaches, many people are wondering if Food Lion will be open to pick up last-minute ingredients for their holiday meals. The answer is yes, but it’s always a good idea to check your local store’s hours before heading out. Now that we’ve got that out of the way, let’s get cooking! Here are two recipes that are perfect for your Easter celebration.
Recipe 1: Easter Ham with Pineapple Glaze
Ingredients:
- 1 (7-8 pound) fully cooked bone-in ham
- 1 can of pineapple slices
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F.
- Place the ham in a roasting pan and score the surface with a sharp knife in a diamond pattern.
- Place the pineapple slices over the ham, securing them with toothpicks.
- In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and ground cloves. Cook over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.
- Brush the glaze over the ham and pineapple.
- Bake the ham for about 2 hours, basting every 30 minutes with the glaze.
- Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 481
Total Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 178mg
Sodium: 2167mg
Total Carbohydrates: 40g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 38g
Protein: 42g
Cooking Time:
2 hours
Equipment:
- Roasting pan
- Small saucepan
- Toothpicks
- Basting brush
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the ham with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes.
Variations:
Try using different fruit for the glaze, such as apricot or peach.
Substitutions:
You can use a boneless ham instead of bone-in if you prefer.
Storage:
Leftover ham can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Tips:
Be sure to baste the ham every 30 minutes to keep it moist and flavorful.
FAQs:
Can I use fresh pineapple instead of canned? Yes, but you may need to adjust the cooking time.
Recipe 2: Easter Bunny Cupcakes
Ingredients:
- 1 box of white cake mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 egg whites
- 1 cup water
- 1 can of vanilla frosting
- 24 marshmallows
- 48 chocolate chips
- Pink food coloring
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Combine the cake mix, vegetable oil, egg whites, and water in a large bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners and fill each one about 2/3 full with the cake batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
- Add a few drops of pink food coloring to the vanilla frosting and mix well.
- Frost each cupcake with the pink frosting.
- Cut each marshmallow in half and place two halves on each cupcake for the bunny ears.
- Use two chocolate chips for the bunny eyes and one for the nose.
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 210
Total Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 200mg
Total Carbohydrates: 31g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugars: 22g
Protein: 1g
Cooking Time:
18-20 minutes
Equipment:
- Muffin tin
- Paper liners
- Large bowl
- Mixing spoon
- Frosting spatula
Serving Suggestions:
These cupcakes are perfect for an Easter dessert table or as a fun activity for kids.
Variations:
You can use different colors of frosting to make different types of bunnies.
Substitutions:
You can use homemade frosting instead of canned if you prefer.
Storage:
Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Tips:
You can use a piping bag with a star tip to create a textured look for the frosting.
FAQs:
Can I use a different type of cake mix? Yes, you can use any flavor you like.
Final Thoughts
Easter is a time to come together with family and friends and enjoy good food and company. These two recipes are sure to be a hit at your Easter celebration. Whether you’re making a ham with pineapple glaze or bunny cupcakes, these dishes are both delicious and festive. Give them a try and enjoy the holiday!