Recipes and Wine Picks for Easter Dinner

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March 26, 2024

A set of wines and plates on an Easter dinner table

As Easter approaches, it’s time to gather with loved ones and indulge in a feast that celebrates the spirit of the spring season. Whether you’re planning a traditional Easter dinner or looking for innovative recipes to add a modern twist, we have just the recipe to add to your table. From succulent roasted lamb and glazed ham to vibrant spring salads and tasty desserts, we’ve curated a collection of mouthwatering recipes that will elevate your Easter celebration to a culinary masterpiece. Get ready to delight your guests with flavors that embody the essence of this joyous season. Plus, view our top Easter wine picks from contributor Adam Knoerzer to create a dinner that’s completely planned through.

Recipes and Wine Picks for Easter Dinner

Ham With Blueberry Yuzu Glaze

The ham is the centerpiece of the Easter dining table but it doesn’t have to be the basic honey-glazed ham you’ve always had. Our Blueberry Yuzu Glaze is a marriage of sweet and spiced flavors with a hint of berry for something different. Add a delicious decoration of rosemary pecans and your gathering is ready.

Rack of Lamb with Traditional English Mint Sauce

If you’re looking for a protein that isn’t ham, lamb is another popular choice for your main Easter dish. It’s tender and absorbs all the yummy flavors it’s cooked in. In this case, our Rack of Lamb is paired with a Traditional English Mint Sauce. This sauce is vinegar-heavy with tinges of fresh mint which compliments the slightly-gamey taste of lamb.

Roasted Potato Salad

Easter is a great marking of the spring season and having a spring side on hand can enhance fresh flavors at your table. Our Roasted Potato Salad is loaded with good-for-you ingredients like celery, arugula, and red onion. Plus, the addition of a vinegar-based dressing instead of the usual mayonnaise makes the salad lower in sugar, fat, and even more tasty with the additional zest.

Brussels Sprouts in Orange and Apricot Sauce

When cooking vegetables, you can ultimately create a whole new dish just by experimenting with different additions. Here we take brussels sprouts and roast them in an orange apricot sauce that becomes like a glaze. It gives the brussels sprouts a sweet kick you wouldn’t expect from this hearty veggie. Finish this dish off with some fried onions for an extra crunch.

Roasted Radishes and Farro with Mint Lime Vinaigrette

If you’re looking for a light, spring salad to serve before your dinner, try this medley of farmer’s market produce. The main feature of this salad is the farro, a rich, nutty grain that’s filling but not overpowering. We adorn this ancient grain with roasted radishes, feta cheese, pomegranate seeds, and a Mint Lime Vinaigrette that you’ll start using on all your salads.

Carrot Miso Cupcakes

You can’t have a proper Easter feast without dessert. These delectable Carrot Miso Cupcakes are an elevated nod towards the Easter Bunny. They use fresh grated carrots in the batter and little carrot decorations on top. Plus, a touch of white miso paste balances out the sweetness of the cream cheese frosting with a unique, mild umami flavor.

The Wines

Pierre Sparr Crémant d’Alsace Brut Rosé NV (Alsace, France)

A beautiful pale salmon color in the glass, this standout offers high-quality fizz full of soft red fruit flavors like strawberry and underripe cherry with a creamy mousse and a hint of toasted nuts. Serve as a welcome drink or enjoy throughout your meal.

Zorzettig Friulano 2021 (Friuli, Italy)

This is a bargain find on shelves. This white wine is full of delicate and crisp pear and melon aromas accompanied by spring blossoms. On the palate, a burst of refreshing citrus brightens things up and preps you for your next bite.

De Wetshof “Limestone Hill” Chardonnay 2022 (Robertson, South Africa)

Completely unoaked, this Chardonnay is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. It has pristine aromas and flavors of juicy grapefruit, white peach, and a kiss of nuttiness. This is for all of your friends and family who swear they don’t like Chardonnay. It is a wine to change hearts and minds with utter deliciousness thanks to the chalky limestone soils in which the grapes grow.

Türk Blauer Zweigelt Elegant 2021 (Niederösterreich, Austria)

This juicy red wine offers tons of sour cherry, blackberry, and raspberry aromas and flavors without weighing down the palate thanks to its velvety and soft tannins and high acidity. If you’re looking for a cheaper alternative to Pinot noir or Beaujolais, give this Zweigelt a look.

Domaine des Tourelles ‘Vieilles Vignes” Carignan 2020 (Bekaa Valley, Lebanon)

Fleshy red fruits swirl around the nose accompanied by hints of licorice root, rosemary, and earth for a satisfying sip that delivers bold flavor with finesse thanks to its silky smooth tannins and time aging in concrete. If lamb or other red meats find their way to your table, make sure this wine is in your glass for maximum enjoyment.

Story by Kylie Thomas and Adam Knoerzer
Photo by Juliette F

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4 Ways to Design Your Stairs

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Kylie Thomas

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March 26, 2024

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A staircase is embellished in multi-patterned and colored tiles. — Photo courtesy of Norman Design Group via Centsational Style

Don’t let the fact that staircases have a utilitarian function get in the way of turning them into a design moment, something to bring you a bit of joy every time you go up or go down. With a little bit of paint, tile, or some hardware, it’s easy to transform this place of transition into a place of wonder.

Left: Rejuvenation, Plain Finial Stair Rod, photo courtesy of Rejuvenation Right: P. E. Guerin, Pineapple Carpet Rod Finial, photo courtesy of P. E. Guerin

Stair Rods

Practical or fanciful (sometimes both) this 18th century invention was originally meant to convey grandeur and opulence. It still can. Opt for simple rods with unadorned brackets or go for it with highly polished brass rods and elaborate finials. Both do the job (holding the rug in place) but bring varying degrees of decoration.

Photo courtesy of Norman Design Group via Centsational Style

Tile and Wallpaper Risers

Stair risers are a perfect place for a little extra something. You get a view of the whole thing from straight on, or little bits as you ascend. For something modest, go with plain colored tile or paint; for something more elaborate, use tile with bold prints or paint in different colors for each step.

Left: Faux Carpet, photo courtesy of Jenny Keenan Design Right: Just the Risers, photo courtesy of Crown Paints

Paint

A bit of trompe l’oeil (although it’s not going to really trompe anyone, it’s still fun) whereby you paint on a “runner”. Choose a contrasting solid color or go wild with pattern. You can stencil on embellishments or paint on stripes or dots or whatever makes you happy.

Left: Ric Rac Herringbone Right: Santa Cruz Stripe Cerise, photos courtesy of Jennifer Manners

Stair Runners

Instead of a traditional carpet stair runner, opt for something out of the ordinary. Choose grasses, flat weaves, or other texturally rich examples.

Story by Stephen Treffinger

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Sunday Bolognese Sauce

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March 25, 2024

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Sundays are the moments for loved ones, cherishing quality time and indulging in meals that may require some extra effort to prepare. This Bolognese recipe for Sunday dinner will remind you that despite the abundance of modern kitchen gadgets and appliances, nothing can replace the satisfaction of tending to a pot of simmering Sunday gravy. It’s a simple pleasure that money can’t buy and a great way to appreciate the traditional slow-cooking methods passed down through generations.

What is Bolognese Sauce?

You’ll sometimes hear Bolognese sauce referred to as ragù alla bolognese, its proper name in Italian. Everyone claims they have the “most authentic” or “the best” bolognese sauce, but ours focuses on how this dish brings people together through food. This is part of the beauty of Italian cuisine. It focuses on share-ability and heartiness. Bolognese sauce originates in the town of Bologna, but people all around the world now make it. (Ask any of your Italian friends, and you’ll probably hear a recipe with personal and regional tweaks). But it’s been around for a long, long time. The first Bolognese sauce came from Alberto Alvisi, the cook for the Cardinal of the region in the 18th century.

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Sunday Bolognese

Author: Gabe Gomez

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This sauce could feed an army.

Ingredients

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2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 large carrot, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
1/2 cup Sangiovese Wine
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 cups canned plum tomatoes
1/2 cup whole milk cup
Pinch of Salt to taste
Pinch of pepper to taste
2 bay leaves
1½ pounds dry pasta (Your choice, bucatini or tagliatelle will do nicely)

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In a dutch oven over medium-high heat, add oil and onions. Cook for five minutes, then add carrots and celery. Cook until tender. Move the vegetables to the side of the dutch oven. Add the tomato paste to a cleared section of the dutch oven and cook the paste for one minute. Integrate the vegetables when the tomato paste changes consistency and darkens the color.
Add ground beef and add pork to the vegetables. Add a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook until meat is brown and well incorporated with vegetables-five to seven minutes.
Add wine to the meat and vegetable mixture. Deglaze the bottom of the dutch oven, stir, and let simmer uncovered for two minutes.
Add canned tomatoes, and stir gently to incorporate all ingredients. Gently add milk after two minutes, stir, and incorporate all ingredients. Add bay leaf. Pinch of salt to preference. Cover the dutch oven, lower the temperature, and cook for two hours. Stir occasionally
Boil the pasta to an al dente finish. Toss and incorporate with plenty of sauce until well coated. Add a small amount of starchy pasta water. Serve on a family-style platter with freshly grated parmesan on the side.

Recipe by Gabe Gomez
Photography by Emanuel Ekstrom

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Spring Paint Trends 2024

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Kylie Thomas

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March 25, 2024

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A midnight blue painted room with a bright pink door open.

Spring paint trends can give you an inside look at what tones may coordinate with your everyday life. Explore our top picks for 2024 with swatches from Benjamin Moore that bring minimalism, maximalism, and nature into your home.

Minimalism

As we adopt a more focused and positive outlook for the future, crisp and uncluttered spaces provide clarity of mind, making minimalism a style of choice. This aesthetic continues to evolve by infusing warmth through color, natural materials, and texture, as well as notes of Japanese and Scandinavian design. Embracing natural light and then drawing connections between tranquil landscapes outside and interior comforts result in the truly welcoming rooms we crave.

Color selections are infused with warmth while remaining fresh and rejuvenating. Slightly tinted neutrals provide variety and softness for an enveloping and comforting ambiance.

Painted using Decorator’s White OC-149

Decorator’s White OC-149:

A designer favorite year after year, Decorator’s White has just a touch of cool gray for a sleek, stylish appeal while making this an incredibly versatile hue.

Calm OC-22:

Per its name, a slight touch of grayed violet exudes a soothing mood, making this color a very popular choice.

Painted using Steam AF-15

Steam AF-15:

For a white that is just slightly softened and infinitely versatile, Steam is an ideal hue for both walls and trim.

Pristine OC-75:

This delicate off-white has a soft blush cast, making it both welcoming and flattering.

Painted using Gray Mist OC-30

Alabaster OC-129:

A touch of pink brings warmth to this white hue while maintaining a crisp look.

Gray Mist OC-30:

Hushed greige tones contribute to the versatile quality of this hue, particularly when working with neutral color palettes.

Painted using Wind Chime AF-465

Wind Chime AF-465:

A soft celadon, Wind Chime delivers a sense of harmony and tranquility that is perfect for any room.

Pashmina AF-100:

This sophisticated neutral has the right amount of warmth and works well with many decorative styles.

Maximalism

After several years of neutrals dominating color selections, self-expression and a willingness to indulge in color creates the backdrop for spaces designed in a maximalist style. Bold, saturated hues that are unapologetic and exuberant delight the eye while making an impactful statement. Both large and small spaces benefit from the desire to bring personality and fun into the home, resulting in memorable rooms that are sure to tell a visual story.

Saturated colors, whether deep or pale, drench spaces demonstrating a willingness to play with color and explore unique color pairings. To enhance the vibrancy and character of these hues, crisp white, and a navy so deep it is almost black provide contrast, heightening the dramatic looks associated with maximalism.

Painted using Stuart Gold HC-10

Snowfall White OC-118:

For a pristine white, Snowfall White is an ideal choice in its ability to maintain a slight touch of warmth, while remaining crisp enough to pair well with bright colors.

Midnight Blue 1638:

This intriguing blue is just a step away from black, resulting in a hue that is slightly softened while maintaining a wonderful depth.

Painted using Midnight Blue 1638

Raspberry Blush 2008-30:

This vivacious coral brings charisma and energy to a room, making the walls a main event filled with personality.

Romance 1333:

A mid-tone pink that makes a bold statement even with a small dose, especially when paired with super deep hues, or fresh white.

Spring Rain 723:

For a crisp sky blue that falls at the lighter end of the mid-tone blues, this color has personality while evoking a clear summer sky.

Painted using Blueberry Hill 812

Blueberry Hill 812:

Infused with a touch of violet, this saturated blue takes a step away from a true primary that is sure to stand out.

Casco Bay 2051-30:

This deep teal hue takes its inspiration from the colors of the tropics, creating an effect that is both dramatic and soothing.

Stuart Gold HC-10:

A vibrant gold hue often associated with traditional interiors remains modern through its boldness and ability to bring unexpected color to an interior.

Influenced by Nature

Whether relaxing at a seaside retreat, taking a walk on a trail through the woods, or looking out over a snowy vista in the mountains, nature is a strong source of color inspiration for our homes. The colors of our natural surroundings are familiar and comforting, with an air of stability reassurance that gives a rooted feel to interiors. Particularly as lines between interior and exterior living spaces continue to blur, nature-inspired hues draw connections to the myriad of colors found in the sky and earth.

With sustainability and respect for our natural surroundings top of mind, both warm and cool colors reflected in nature never fail to deliver rooms that are welcoming and soothing, with rich deeps that bring timeless elegance to a home.

Painted using Distant Gray OC-68, Constellation AF-540, and Gray Cloud 2126-60

Distant Gray OC-68:

A classic bright white with a touch of blue-gray that pairs well with hues on the cooler side.

Gray Cloud 2126-60:

This pale gray has a soft blue undertone, creating an ethereal sensibility.

Painted using Collector’s Item AF-45 and Gloucester Sage HC-100

Collector’s Item AF-45:

This off-white balances the right amount of cream and then a slight touch of pink, making this a flattering and flexible color.

Constellation AF-540:

A pale blue with a dreamy quality, this hue is an ideal choice when just a hint of color is desired.

Painted using October Mist 1495, Natural Linen 966, and Collector’s Item AF-45

Natural Linen 966:

True to its namesake, Natural Linen is versatile enough to be both a rustic and elegant color schemes.

October Mist 1495:

This gently shaded sage brings a hint of gray to a pale green, anchoring rooms without losing an uplifting quality.

Painted using Terra Mauve 105

Gloucester Sage HC-100:

A hue that conjures mossy greens, Gloucester Sage has the right amount of earthy depth and welcoming appeal.

Terra Mauve 105:

This color takes its cues from rich clay hues with warmth and an understated sense of luxury.

Story by Andrea Magno, Benjamin Moore / Photos Courtesy of Benjamin Moore

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Burgundy Braised Lamb Shank Dinner

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Kylie Thomas

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March 25, 2024

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A white plate holds a lamb dinner with burgundy braised lamb shank, roasted vegetables, and a homemade dressing, all on a white table.

When Executive Chef, Kevin Hermann makes a lamb dinner, he goes all out. He combines a Burgundy Braised Lamb Shank with fresh roasted root vegetables tossed in a homemade gribiche dressing. Each element balances the other out with a variety of flavors and textures. It all leaves you with a bite that’s juicy, savory, tender, and keeps you coming back for more. Plus, many of the ingredients in this braised lamb shank dinner are perfect to help embrace and welcome the spring season.

What is the Gribiche Dressing in Our Braised Lamb Shank Dinner?

A gribiche dressing means that it uses boiled eggs to make a cold-egg sauce. The yolks of boiled eggs mix into mustard (in our case dijon for more of an elevated sauce) along with whatever other seasonings and herbs the maker desires. To match the Braised Lamb Shank and root vegetables, we’re using capers, tarragon, lemons, chives, and parsley to achieve a flavor that’s tangy, savory, and herbaceous all at once.

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