Pan-Seared Tenderloin Steak with Sauce
Make your Valentine's Day dinner romantic with this recipe for pan-seared steak tenderloin. The sauce adds a tangy finish with a mix of dry red wine, onion or garlic, beef broth, and heavy cream.
Makes: 2 servings
Start to Finish: 25 mins
Mini Crab Cakes with Orange Aioli
Make dinner at home a special occasion with these mini crab cakes. Our orange aioli -- a mix of mayo, sour cream, orange juice, and herbs -- pairs nicely with the natural, mild sweetness of crab meat. Serve the cakes on a bed of spinach for extra-special presentation, if desired.
Makes: 2 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Cook: 8 mins
Easy Marinated Shrimp Scampi for Two
This simple recipe for shrimp scampi uses a flavorful marinade of garlic, lemon peel, crushed red pepper, and dry white wine. Prepare a side dish, such as a plate of roasted veggies or a light salad, while the shrimp marinates. An elegant, romantic dinner will come together all at once.
Makes: 2 servings
Prep: 35 mins
Marinate: 1 hr
Broil: 4 mins
Spicy Beef & Broccoli Noodle Bowl
Beef, egg noodles, and broccoli cooked in a peanut sauce adds Asian flair to your romantic evening. Serve this dish with a sprinkling of green onions and a side of sticky rice for a well-rounded meal.
Makes: 2 servings
Start to Finish: 20 mins
Mediterranean Tabbouleh Salad with Chicken
Greek flavors mingle in this chilled grain recipe that tops slices of grilled chicken breast for a special-occasion salad. For less stress, make the salad the night before and grill the chicken breasts the day of for an easy-prep meal.
Makes: 2 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Chill: 4 hrs to 24 hrs
Stand: 30 mins
Risotto with Chicken & Spring Peas
Make your sweetie an extra-special dish for Valentine's Day. This warm and creamy risotto takes a bit of time, but it's worth it. This adaptation of the classic Italian rice dish adds peas, carrots, chicken, and spinach into the mix for a hearty and satisfying main course.
Makes: 2 servings
Start to Finish: 30 mins
Lemon Shrimp & Bread Salad
This zesty salad with lemon-pepper-marinated shrimp is great as a main dish; oven-roasted sweet peppers, pita rounds, and other veggies give the salad an enticing array of color .
Makes: 2 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Marinate: 1 hr
Grill: 16 mins
Italian Sausage & Spinach with Pasta
Try this hearty pasta dish for your romantic menu -- skillet-cooked sausage, sweet peppers, and onions add a great flavor mix to regular weeknight spaghetti.
Makes: 2 servings
Start to Finish: 35 mins
Blue Cheese, Walnut & Pear Crostini
For starters, top a few slices of thick French bread with sliced pear, blue cheese, and walnuts. Toast the crostini under the broiler for a few minutes to get a warm, easy appetizer.
Makes: 2 servings
Prep: 10 mins
Stand: 30 mins
Broil: 2 mins
Arugula & Tomato Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette
The zesty flavor of arugula leaves pairs well with tangy goat cheese, chopped hazelnuts, and tomato wedges in this simple salad. Champagne vinaigrette -- a mix of champagne vinegar, chopped shallots, lemon peel, and olive oil -- adds a sweet finish to this easy side dish.
Makes: 2 servings
Start to Finish: 20 mins
Grilled Steak Salad
Spice up an everyday salad with marinated grilled steak. Sweet peppers, corn, and green onions are also seared on the grill to add bright color and flavor to a bed of romaine lettuce. It's all topped with a tasty cilantro dressing.
Makes: 2 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Marinate: 30 mins
Grill: 17 mins to 21 mins
Meaty Ragu with Pasta
Serve a homemade version of classic Italian meat sauce and pasta with this easy recipe. Pappardelle or tagliatelle noodles (look for thicker, flatter noodles) are best for soaking up this tasty sauce.
Makes: 2 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Cook: 20 mins
Pork & Mango Salad
A fruity vinaigrette made from mango chutney, Dijon mustard, and white wine vinegar complements this mixed green salad with pan-cooked pork tenderloin. Serve the salad as a hearty side with a lighter main dish, or with another side to complete your Valentine's Day dinner.
Makes: 2 servings
Start to Finish: 30 mins
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