I have a feeling a lot of people will be spending their Valentine’s Day date night at home given that it coincides with the return of The Walking Dead after a long winter hiatus. (I’m sure Eric and I aren’t the only ones with this plan…right?) I’m thinking a nicer-than-usual Valentine’s dinner + an evening of TV together on the couch sounds like the perfect date.
Other benefits of doing Valentine’s Day dinner at home include the savings, the avoidance of long waits, going out in the cold, and a fun project that the two of you can do together.
If you’re planning a night in just like us, I figure you might appreciate some awesome meal ideas. Check out this list I’ve pulled together and get ready to create a memorable (and delicious!) night.
25 Romantic Recipes for a Valentine’s Date Night at Home
Appetizers
- Pistachio and Goat Cheese on Puff Pastry Wafers
- Baked Cheese
- Mozzarella Cheese Filled Hearts with Roasted Red Pepper Pesto
- Crab Cake Poppers
- Roasted Pear, Gorgonzola, and Honey Toast
Soups & Salads
- Smoky Coconut and Butternut Squash Soup
- Creamy Tomato Bisque
- Pomelo Salad with Roasted Coconut
- Caprese Stuffed Avocados
- Spinach Strawberry Champagne Salad
Beef
- Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Cream Sauce
- Spinach & Mozzarella Stuffed Ground Beef Roll
- Filet Mignon with Balsamic Glaze
- Red Wine-Braised Short Ribs
- Mongolian Beef
Chicken
- Pecan Crusted Chicken with Goat Cheese & Strawberries
- Chicken with Brown Butter & Caper Sauce
- Cajun Chicken Pasta
- Chicken in White Wine Sauce with Mushrooms
- Sundried Tomato, Spinach & Cheese Stuffed Chicken
Seafood
- Parmesan Risotto with Roasted Shrimp
- Cornmeal Dusted Tilapia with Tomato Basil Sauce
- Pecan Crustard Honey-Mustard Salmon
- Halibut with Pinot Grigio Pan Sauce
- Grilled Oysters
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