EASTER for many Christians is a time of repentance, humility, forgiveness and love.
It’s one of the most observed religious events on the Christian calendar and it’s during Easter that many Christians around the world gather to commemorate the death of Christ.
Easter is also the time in which many believers get together with family and friends to have a luscious meal than is mainly done here in Fiji.
During Easter Fijians prepare traditional Easter meals with many people opting for a traditional lovo.
Website www.ehow.com highlights its list of traditional Easter dinner recipes that are simple to make.
List of some Easter recipes
* Rack of lamb — The rack of lamb is not only tasty, it’s easy to make since it only takes a quick 30 minutes in an oven set to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Marinate in a blend of olive oil, rosemary, thyme, parsley and garlic for one hour before roasting.
* Roasted chicken and root vegetables — This one-pan meal will quickly become a weeknight staple once you taste how tender and juicy the chicken is. Add vegetables with low water content like potatoes, parsnips, carrots and onions to keep things from getting soggy.
* Stuffed salmon — Infuse a salmon filet with tons of flavour by stuffing it with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, basil and cheese before baking in the oven. Serve with a simple chopped salad for a healthy option.
* Roasted leg of lamb — This traditional Easter main course is a classic for a reason. Covered with lemon zest, garlic, rosemary and salt and pepper, this tender leg of lamb is melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
* Bunny cake — No Easter dinner is complete without an adorable bunny cake for dessert. Make a standard loaf cake and decorate with pastel-coloured icing, cardstock ears and a coconut-covered cake ball for the tail.
