With the Easter weekend almost here, it’s the perfect excuse to bring together the whole family for a spring-time feast. To help get you started, check out some of ProCook’s top recipes for the ultimate roast leg of lamb followed by Easter egg nests for the little ones and scrumptious hot cross buns.
How to roast a leg of lamb
First off, you can’t go wrong with a classic roast on Easter Sunday and as we all know, it has to be lamb. It may sound daunting but it’s surprisingly easy to make the roast leg of lamb at home and requires very little prep work to deliver a juicy, tender meat that is packed full of flavour. This recipe is a foolproof way to impress your loved ones and by cooking it in garlic and rosemary it will fill the home with the most incredible fragrances that will have everybody asking “is it ready yet?”. Find the recipe here
Chocolate Easter egg nests
Easter is a great time to get in the kitchen and this recipe is perfect for getting even the littlest of hands involved. All you need for this recipe is a saucepan, a heat-proof bowl, a wooden spoon and some cupcake cases – oh and the expectation to get a little messy!
The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity, any plain chocolate will work a treat for an extra gooey cake, or you could even try using dark chocolate for a slightly more grown up take on this timeless treat! Find the recipe here
Delicious hot cross buns
While the little ones tuck into yet another chocolate Easter egg or nest cake, there’s nothing better than indulging in a delicious homemade Hot Cross Bun. Traditionally enjoyed on Good Friday these Hot Cross Buns are so tasty we think you’ll be tucking into these all weekend long and whether you prefer them toasted or simply warmed up, we think these will be a massive hit every household. Find the recipe here
