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13 Easter desserts way better than Easter basket candy

It’s easy to rely on candy during Easter, but dessert can feel more meaningful when there’s something homemade involved. Inside this list, 13 Easter desserts offer better ideas for anyone who wants something a little different this year. I like when dessert feels like part of the celebration

11 fish and seafood dinners the whole family will actually eat

Getting everyone on board with seafood dinners can be harder than it sounds, especially when people expect the same few dishes. With 11 fish and seafood dinners in this collection, it helps anyone who wants meals that feel easy to plan without second-guessing. I like having a list like

Hot cross buns evolve with new forms and flavors for modern bakers

Hot cross buns go beyond one standard batch as bakers bring new flavor variations and serving options to the Easter staple. The classic bun still carries the spice, dried fruit and cross that people expect, but recipe collections now place chocolate, citrus and sourdough versions beside the standard bake. The

Easter brunch shifts toward make-ahead dishes and low-stress hosting

Easter brunch gets a head start this year as hosts work ahead of the clock. Consumers planned to spend $23.6 billion on Easter in 2025, with food ranked as the second most popular purchase at 89%, keeping meals at the center of the celebration. As schedules tighten and gatherings

Natural egg dye returns as cooks turn to pantry staples and botanicals

While many still choose boxed Easter kits, natural dye returns to kitchens as families use onion skins, turmeric, tea and other pantry ingredients for holiday coloring. The method fits easily into holiday prep because it relies on staples and dried botanicals already meant for meals, keeping the activity within the

Parking lots down, Bozeman economy up!

DISCLAIMER: This is a satirical piece. It does not necessarily represent the views of the Exponent or its writers and should not be construed as truth. As students struggle to find parking in time for class, the MSU administration has rolled out a bulletproof solution: Get rid of all the

7 pasta salads way better than anything from a box

Some pasta salads just don’t hit the same, especially the boxed kind that feels a little too plain or predictable. If you’ve been wanting something with more personality but still simple enough to pull together, these 7 options give you exactly that without overcomplicating things. You’ll find