Food and Recipes Party Food and Drink The Elegant Easter Potluck By Patricia S York Patricia S York Assistant Food Editor Pat is an Assistant Editor at Southern Living and has been a part of the team since 2006. She works with the Senior Food Editor to plan monthly print food features and stories that will highlight Southerners making a difference through food, share delicious recipes that utilize seasonal produce, and offer exceptional reader service. Pat also writes digital content on a variety of topics including cooking, gardening, and pets.One of the reasons Pat enjoys living in Birmingham is because it is centrally located between the mountains and the Gulf coast. She spends her free time gardening, hiking with her dogs, and pursuing her goal of becoming a better horsewoman. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on March 14, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Hector Sanchez Want to plan an everyone-pitches-in-meal that still looks stunning? Here's how 01 of 07 A Stress-Free Easter Feast Hector Sanchez It’s a scene that has been played out across the South for generations: a crowd of close friends and family gather together for a celebration that is centered around cooking and sharing signature dishes, from classic deviled eggs and cheesy casseroles to jiggly congealed salads and mile-high layer cakes. Known as a potluck, this type of impromptu, “no-rhyme-or-reason” get-together was historically a casual event—not a well-planned menu. Today’s hostess organizes a potluck with more attention to detail and less of that “just surprise us with something special” attitude. But despite the differences, the purpose behind these parties still rings true: gathering around the holiday table to enjoy delicious fare with people we love. Here, find our secrets for stress-free hosting, tips for being a good guest, and our favorite recipes for this Easter’s feast. 02 of 07 Asparagus, Spring Onion, and Feta Quiche Photo: Hector Sanchez Recipe: Asparagus, Spring Onion, and Feta Quiche This elegant breakfast classic is full of fresh spring ingredients. Garnish with flat leaf parsley for a winning presentation. 03 of 07 Green Bean Potato Salad with Lemon-Soy Vinaigrette Hector Manuel Sanchez Recipe: Green Bean Potato Salad with Lemon-Soy Vinaigrette Potato salad gets a fresh and crunchy twist with bright flavors and lots of yummy texture. Make the Lemon-Soy Vinaigrette ahead of time for an easier assembly. 04 of 07 Creamy Spring Pasta Bake Hector Manuel Sanchez Recipe: Creamy Spring Pasta Bake Baked pasta gets a spring spin with baby sweet peas and ham. We love the crunchy, savory topping made with croutons and Parmesan cheese. 05 of 07 Champagne Punch Hector Sanchez Recipe: Champagne Punch Recipe: Mint-Lime-Champagne Punch Recipe: Blueberry-Lavender-Champagne Punch Recipe: Strawberry-Ginger-Champagne Punch While the simple Champagne Punch is tasty on its own, the fruity stir-ins add an extra flavorful touch. For a nonalcoholic option, have lemon-lime soda or seltzer water on hand. 06 of 07 Chocolate Truffle Pie with Amaretto Cream Hector Manuel Sanchez Recipe: Chocolate Truffle Pie with Amaretto Cream Start with refrigerated pie crusts to make prep for this pie a breeze. Slivered almonds mixed into the batter give each sweet bite a crunch. 07 of 07 Lemon Sherbet Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting Hector Manuel Sanchez Recipe: Lemon Sherbet Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting These citrus treats are too good to keep to yourself. Make an extra batch and bring to a friend for the sweetest surprise. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit