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    Home » MSN Slideshows

    Retro Easter Recipes That Deserve a Comeback—Do You Agree?

    Published: Apr 1, 2025 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    Remember those Easter spreads from way back when? Deviled eggs with a little paprika on top, Jell-O molds that were almost too pretty to eat, and ham glazed just right. Somewhere along the way, a lot of those classics disappeared from the table—but maybe it’s time to bring them back! Let’s take a look at these retro Easter recipes and see if they’re ready for a comeback.

    Old Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes And Ham

    A serving spoon removing some potato and ham casserole.
    Old Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes And Ham. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    Scalloped potatoes and ham is a comforting casserole of potatoes and tasty chunks of ham in a creamy white sauce under a layer of gooey gruyere.
    Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes And Ham

    Creamy Green Bean Casserole Without Canned Soup

    A serving spoon in a green bean casserole made from scratch,
    Creamy Green Bean Casserole Without Canned Soup. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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    Follow these steps at home to make this creamy casserole with fresh green beans. No canned mushroom soup here! A homemade cream sauce is used.
    Get the Recipe: Creamy Green Bean Casserole Without Canned Soup

    Creamy Red Cabbage Coleslaw With Buttermilk

    A bowl of creamy coleslaw with shredded purple cabbage, carrots, and herbs sits on a gray cloth napkin next to vintage silver utensils—perfect as one of your favorite dinner side dishes.
    Creamy Red Cabbage Coleslaw With Buttermilk. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Looking for a mouthwatering red cabbage coleslaw recipe? Try our quick and easy Southern dish that is perfect for busy cooks. Enjoy the creamy goodness!
    Get the Recipe: Creamy Red Cabbage Coleslaw With Buttermilk

    Pineapple Ham Glaze Recipe

    Pineapple Ham Glaze Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    Elevate your ham game this year by basting on this amazing Pineapple Ham Glaze! Made with only 5 ingredients, it’s so easy and so yummy!
    Get the Recipe: Pineapple Ham Glaze Recipe

    Award Winning Best Carrot Cake Recipe

    Award Winning Best Carrot Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Grandbaby Cakes.

    This award winning carrot cake recipe is moist and tender with pineapple, spices, and an addictive brown butter cream cheese frosting.
    Get the Recipe: Award Winning Best Carrot Cake Recipe

    Classic Deviled Eggs- Just 4 Ingredients

    An egg platter with deviled eggs.
    Classic Deviled Eggs- Just 4 Ingredients. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Classic deviled eggs with mayo, mustard, and a sprinkle of paprika and parsley. A simple, tasty appetizer that everyone will love.
    Get the Recipe: Classic Deviled Eggs- Just 4 Ingredients

    Cornbread Corn Pudding

    A spoonful of cornbread corn pudding.
    Cornbread Corn Pudding. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This baked cornbread casserole features a custardy cornbread pudding base,mixed with toasted cornbread and fresh or frozen corn. Top with grated cheese!
    Get the Recipe: Cornbread Corn Pudding

    Scalloped Sweet Potatoes with Two Types of Potatoes

    Scalloped Sweet Potatoes with Two Types of Potatoes. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Scalloped sweet potatoes are a delicious and elegant side dish that are perfect for any occasion. Thinly sliced sweet potatoes and Yukon Gold potatoes are layered in a buttery, creamy sauce and baked until tender and golden
    Get the Recipe: Scalloped Sweet Potatoes with Two Types of Potatoes

    Old-Fashioned Carrot Salad With Raisins

    A bowl of carrot and raisin salad next to a bunch of carrots.
    Old-Fashioned Carrot Salad With Raisins. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Fresh carrot raisin salad is EASY and so flavorful! All you need is a bowl and a grater to make this slightly sweet classic salad.
    Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Carrot Salad With Raisins

    Creamy Macaroni Salad With Cheese

    Creamy macaroni salad with a wooden spoon.
    Creamy Macaroni Salad With Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    A Southern-style macaroni salad made with a creamy mayo, sour cream and dijon mustard dressing. Mix with cheddar cheese to finish, and served chilled.
    Get the Recipe: Creamy Macaroni Salad With Cheese

    Baked Macaroni & Cheese With Cottage Cheese

    A serving of mac and cheese being removed from a casserole dish.
    Baked Macaroni & Cheese With Cottage Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    With cottage cheese blended into its sauce, this baked one-pot mac and cheese recipe is ultra-creamy. A delicious twist on classic mac & cheese.
    Get the Recipe: Baked Macaroni & Cheese With Cottage Cheese

    Lemon Blueberry Bread Recipe

    A loaf of blueberry bread on a cutting board.
    Lemon Blueberry Bread Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    The smell of freshly baked bread is always irresistible. Impress your family and friends with a this Lemon Blueberry Bread Recipe.
    Get the Recipe: Lemon Blueberry Bread Recipe

    Creamy Easter Deviled Eggs With Cream Cheese

    Deviled eggs with mustard and herbs.
    Creamy Easter Deviled Eggs With Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Learn how to make the best deviled eggs with cream cheese. This simple and creamy recipe is perfect for any occasion and loved by everyone.
    Get the Recipe: Creamy Easter Deviled Eggs With Cream Cheese

    Old-Fashioned Apple Dumplings Recipe

    Old-Fashioned Apple Dumplings Recipe. Photo credit: Southern Plate.

    This easy 5-ingredient old-fashioned apple dumplings recipe includes cinnamon-spiced apples baked in biscuit dough and buttery sugar syrup.
    Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Apple Dumplings Recipe

    Mashed Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallow Meringue

    A spoon dipping out a portion of sweet potato casserole with marshmallow topping.
    Mashed Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallow Meringue. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    A grown-up version of the classic sweet potato side dish that cuts down the sweetness by using a homemade marshmallow meringue topping.
    Get the Recipe: Mashed Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallow Meringue

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    Barbara Curry is the culinary adventurer of Butter & Baggage. With a dedicated enthusiasm for real butter made from happy cows she is in constant pursuit of delicious recipes and tasty dishes. She shares her experiences, ventures, and occasional misadventures because let’s face it things can get messy in any kitchen.

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