by Valentine’s Day is upon us. I hope that you are ready for that special dinner. If not, don’t worry, we have compiled a list of our most popular Valentine’s Day recipes. Start it off your night with a nice refreshing cocktail! Then select an entree and a couple of sides. Finally pick one of our Valentine’s Day Desserts. You can even pick two. Try our sinful chocolate souffles and strawberry poppers. Hope you have a great date night.
Cocktails
Champagne – Nothing beats champagne on Valentine’s Day! If you are on a budget, check out our under $15 champagne taste test.
The Perfect Martini – Time to get James Bond fancy!
Prosecco Mimosas – The citrus adds a nice balance to the sweet prosecco. A must try!
Entrées
Roasted Pork Loin – Takes no time to prep and is ready for eating within the hour. A super simple recipe that packs a big bang.
Grilled Lobster Tails – Lobster tails are always on sale around Valentine’s Day. You can pick these up for around $5-6 each. Make your Valentine feel special and pick up a couple lobster tails.
Salmon with Mango Salsa – This is light and vibrant dish. The salsa added a great texture to the dish and the mango/jalapeno added a freshness not ordinarily seen in salmon dishes.
Blue Cheese Filets – If you love steaks you will love this filet. This filet is prepared indoors under the broiler so it is an easy recipe for you apartment dwellers.
Beef Wellington – One of the most popular dishes on our site. It says fancy, but eats like a steak. It is the best of both worlds.
Sides
Creamed Spinach – A steakhouse staple that is easy to make.
Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes – Nothing says I love you like a little goat cheese. The light bite of the goat cheese makes these potatoes pop. This is a must have.
Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots – The sweetness of the brown sugar paired with perfectly cooked carrots makes this a dish for any occasion.
Dessert
Chocolate Souffles for Two – Its Valentine’s Day you need chocolate. This recipe creates a light and airy souffle that will make anyone’s heart melt.
Bourbon Apple Dumplings – If you don’t want to go the chocolate route, try these amazing dumplings. Use store bought pie crust to make these even easier.
Strawberry Poppers – A nice sensual dessert perfect for Valentine’s Day. These are easy to prepare and can be done up to a day ahead.
Hope this helps you with your Valentine’s Day meal planning. Have fun!
-Rex
