Ideas for Easter: Got a Crowd Coming Over? Think Big Cuts of Meat

The New York Times has some interesting ideas on how to feed a large crowd for your Easter holiday:

"This year we found a way to boost our confidence: by mastering the cooking of a few large cuts of meat.

They feed hordes, are simple to prepare, and inevitably arrive at the table to an ovation tinged with awe. These large cuts lead to great leftovers, too.

The centerpiece of a large informal dinner should be showstopping, but not showy — or bankrupting. And while it seems the height of luxury to tell a friend, "Of course, bring your six houseguests to dinner!" you can say so with little self-doubt when you pick the right meat.

We bypassed expensive choices like crown roast of lamb and standing rib roast in favor of three humbler cuts: fresh ham, whole beef brisket and bone-in leg of lamb."

Includes recipe for:

• Moroccan Leg of Lamb With Mint Dressing


• Roasted Fresh Ham for a Crowd


• Matt's Whole Brisket With Tomato Gravy

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Recipes: Macaroni and Lots of Cheese

Macaroni and cheese, for a lot of people, is a "comfort food." I tend to agree. But if your idea of Mac 'n' cheese is something created with a box from craft, or even if it isn't, the New York Times has a really interesting Dining article on it.

Like me, Ms. Spieler believes that macaroni and cheese, which is often served alongside fried chicken or barbecue, deserves pride of place as a main dish. "I love it so much that I want to focus on it," she said. A crisp green salad and a glass of wine turn mac and cheese into a meal, she added.

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Recipe News: Recipe: Chicken enchilada bake

Includes recipe for:

• Chicken enchilada bake

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Recipe News: Microwave Italian Pot Roast Recipe

"Oh, no, you had a flat tire and company is coming in just 2 hours. That pot roast you were going to cook in the oven will never get done in time. Move the popcorn out of the way and get that roast cooked to perfection in your microwave!"

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• Italian Pot Roast Recipe

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Recipe News: Quick and Easy Italian Stuffed Peppers Recipe

"Microwaves aren't just for popcorn! This tasty dish is simple to make. A great recipe for after work, in a small apartment, single person, or couple."

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• Quick and Easy Italian Stuffed Peppers Recipe

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Recipe News: Grilled Rack of Lamb With Cherry and Thyme Recipe

"This recipe uses a touch of garlic and two great flavors - cherry and thyme - that partner perfectly with this grilled rack of lamb. You'll never think mint and lamb again."

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• Grilled Rack of Lamb With Cherry and Thyme Recipe

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