Among the plethora of Easter recipes that are in vogue, the ideal of falling wafer-thin and made-from-scratch snacks is one of the more prepackaged and traditional favorites. Despite the delectable mix of sweet, salty and smelly characteristics, people tend to overlook the health benefits of these tasty treats. Granted, the long and tedious work involved in making and decorating this typically involves a lot of peeling, chopping, breaking apart, mixing, kneading and a few drops of sauce, but these items are not as messy as they may appear. The benefits of Easter recipes largely derived from recipes for dessert, which is a significant amount of calories, fat and kilojoules.
Easterilled Eggs – The First Matter of the Easter Dinner
Upon rising, mix together a couple of eggs, two tablespoons butter, a tablespoon of honey and a pinch of salt (optional). Cut the eggs and add a dash of milk or ice water and whisk until the whole thing is well mixed. Some cooks may choose to add some more salt while making the eggs, but a roux or gravy and milk is generally the appropriate accompaniment. This mixture is used on indeedior, more formal and upscale dinner tables. While it does not have the puckery tang of actual scrambled eggs, it does add a lovely micro-bodied flavor to the eggs that is remarkably appealing to the palate.
EasterFish
The traditional fish Easter dish is rather like hamburger meat save for the substitution of broths for the hamburger. Fish, especially tuna, is considered the principal meat of the Easter holiday, although it is not traditionally eaten on Easter. Electric fryers are used to cook the fish in a very short time, usually less than five minutes, and the preparation is quick and easy to accomplish. As with the other popular Easter recipes, this fish meal is prepared with a variety of freshly available ingredients, namely potatoes, carrots, celery, and various types of already frozen meats. Usually, these meats are already thawed and have not been prepared in any way. With the appropriate seasoning, salt, and a few spices, the fish is quickly and efficiently prepared for service. Approximately 5 seconds per pound and prepared in bulk, fish makes an excellent addition to any family’s Easter feast.
Creamy Fresh Salad
Make the most of your salad routine with a seafood-quality seafood platter for a relaxed event that is sure to please. These platters are readily available in most specialty, grocery, and large chain grocery stores. The variety of pre-cut pieces will range from small to large; it will be of interest to see what all of the pieces add to the bottom line cost wise. Usually, two or three types of fish will be offered. Choose from non-traditional favorites like confesses, Atlantic salmon, Thai catfish or frozen Florida Keys salmon. With condiments including lemon, vinegar mayo, and mustard, the salads are finished off with a serving of desert. In the Southern jurisdictions of the U.S. this traditional holiday dish is known as a Debr Rise. If you’re looking to spruce up your own party, it’s easy to prepare. Simply add any combination of baked potatoes, carrots, and other vegetables and before long you’ve got yourself a fine meal on your plate.
With so many varieties of fish and other seafood available from specialty grocery stores and online, you can’t go wrong. Even though I have told you about a couple of good recipes, these are only a few of the combinations already available. So, if you looking to prepare a fine Italian meal for the holidays, take advantage of the emerging trend toward adopting a healthier lifestyle, and try this trend with confidence. Healthy Italian appetizers, known as antipasto, are a great way to add a little spice to your meal. And just as with salads, quality Italian meals don’t have to be difficult. Just remember that time management is essential, as well as the ability to handle a plethora of food colors, textures and flavors. With a little bit of dedication you can learn to cook healthy Italian food and enjoy the elegance of a fine Italian meal in the comfort of your own home.
