We know what we’ll be eating!

De Laurentiis' spread will include anArtichoke and Fennel Crudo,Pizza Rustica,Italian Springtime LambandCassata Zuccotto Cake.

She also recommends an Easter essential: some festive chocolate.

a photo of Giada De Laurentiis

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The Artichoke and Fennel Crudo, for instance, can be prepped in just 15 minutes.

You’ll need about 45 minutes to prep this pie, plus an hour to bake it.