Last Updated on April 4, 2026 by Daily News Staff

(Feature Impact) When your kitchen is full of colorful eggs, candy baskets, tempting sweets and all that comes with Easter, sometimes a holiday classic is just the answer for simplifying the season. Perfect for pairing with deviled eggs, potato salad and a traditional Sunday feast, this Maple-Glazed Easter Ham provides a hands-off approach to the main dish.

With an easily prepared glaze and your oven doing most of the work, you can keep your attention on time spent with loved ones. Visit Culinary.net to find more seasonal favorites, both classic and contemporary.

Maple-Glazed Easter Ham

Recipe adapted from Southern Living

Total time: 3 hours

Servings: 10

• 1          bone-in spiral-cut ham (8-9 pounds)
  
• 1          cup pure maple syrup
  
• 1/2       cup packed dark brown sugar
  
• 1/2       cup (4 ounces) bourbon
  
• 1/2       teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  
• 1/4       teaspoon ground cinnamon
  
•             orange slices and wedges, for garnish
  
•             fresh rosemary sprigs, for garnish

1. Preheat oven to 350 F.
2. Place ham in large roasting pan and fill with 1/2 inch of water. Cover pan with aluminum foil and bake about 2 hours, basting every 30 minutes with juices from pan, until meat registers 120 F at thickest portion.
3. In medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stir maple syrup, brown sugar, bourbon, ginger and cinnamon; bring to boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 6-8 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover to keep warm and set aside.
4. Remove ham from oven and discard foil. Increase oven temperature to 400 F. Using pastry brush, glaze ham with 1/3 cup maple-bourbon mixture.
5. Bake ham about 30 minutes until top is lightly caramelized and meat registers 145 F at thickest portion, brushing with remaining glaze every 10 minutes.
6. Remove from oven and transfer ham to serving platter. Let rest 15 minutes and garnish with orange slices, orange wedges and rosemary sprigs.

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Last Updated on March 28, 2026 by Daily News Staff

(Family Features) If you’re in need of a soup outside the usual mushroom or celery varieties, turn to another springtime favorite: carrots. More than just a veggie you can serve with dip, they’re creamy, delicious and pair well with ginger in this Creamy Carrot Soup. Discover more easy recipes for family meals at Culinary.net.

Creamy Carrot Soup

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”
Servings: 4-6

• 2 cans (14 ounces each) carrots
• 2 cups broth of choice
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 2 teaspoons ginger
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• honey
• BLT wraps, for serving

1. In blender, blend canned carrots, including juices, until smooth. Transfer to pot and add broth.
2. Mix in brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, ginger and orange juice. Bring to simmer then add cream. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
3. Drizzle honey over each bowl. Serve with BLT wraps.

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(Feature Impact) Once the Easter baskets are put away and the main course is cleared from the kitchen, you can liven up the dessert table or send guests off with a thoughtful treat thanks to these Chocolate Easter Egg Cupcakes. Moist cake, creamy frosting and chocolate-coated candies combine for a seasonal sweet that’s sure to impress.

To find more dessert ideas that satisfy chocolate lovers – and all your loved ones – visit Culinary.net.

Chocolate Easter Egg Cupcakes

Recipe adapted from A Classic Twist

Prep time: 30 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Cupcakes:

• 1          cup all-purpose flour
  
• 1          cup sugar
  
• 1/3       cup cocoa powder
  
• 1          teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2       teaspoon baking powder
  
• 1/2       teaspoon salt
  
• 1          egg, at room temperature
  
• 1/2       cup buttermilk, at room temperature
  
• 1/2       cup hot water
  
• 1/4       cup vegetable oil
  
• 1          teaspoon vanilla extract

Frosting:

• 3          sticks unsalted butter, softened and cubed
  
• 3          cups powdered sugar, sifted
  
• 2-3       tablespoons milk
  
• 1          teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  
• 1          pinch salt
  
• 2-3       drops brown food coloring
  
•             egg-shaped chocolate-coated candies

1. To make cupcakes: Preheat oven to 350 F. Line 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In bowl of electric mixer, sift flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
3. In medium bowl, whisk egg, buttermilk, water, vegetable oil and vanilla extract.
4. Mix dry ingredients on low speed 1 minute. Add wet ingredients. Mix 2 minutes on medium speed and scrape sides and bottom of bowl. Mix 1 minute on medium speed.
5. Divide evenly among cupcake liners.
6. Bake 12-15 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out almost clean.
7. Cool cupcakes on wire rack.
8. To make frosting: Using paddle attachment of electric mixer, whip butter 8 minutes on medium speed until pale and creamy. Add powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract and salt; mix on low speed 1 minute. Increase speed to medium and mix 6 minutes until frosting is light, creamy and fluffy. Add food coloring and whip 1 minute.
9. Pipe frosting onto cupcakes and top with egg-shaped chocolate-coated candies.

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At our core, we at STM Daily News, strive to keep you informed and inspired with the freshest content on all things food and beverage. From mouthwatering recipes to intriguing articles, we’re here to satisfy your appetite for culinary knowledge.

Visit our Food & Drink section to get the latest on Foodie News and recipes, offering a delightful blend of culinary inspiration and gastronomic trends to elevate your dining experience. https://stmdailynews.com/food-and-drink/