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Easy Valentine's Day Recipes

Planning the perfect romantic meal? Whether you’re looking for an elegant dinner, a budget-friendly option, or a decadent dessert, these Easy Valentine’s Day recipes will make your special night unforgettable!

Need a suggestion? Consider the Easy Baked Garlic Lemon Halibut, the Authentic Chicken Saltimbocca, or really make an impression with the BEST Filet Mignon Recipe ever!

Romantic Valentine’s Day Dinners

Impress your date with these romantic dinner recipes that are as delicious as they are beautiful.

  • The best mussels marinara with garlic and white wine feature image close up in bowl with all the toppings
    Easy Mussels in Marinara Recipe
  • steamed littleneck clams in white wine and garlic sauce feature image close up open shells with parsley and lemon
    Easy Steamed Littleneck Clams
  • easy lemon garlic baked halibut recipe feature image close up cooked with crispy topping on a bed of lemon
    Easy Lemon Garlic Baked Halibut Recipe
  • pappardelle bolognese recipe authentic homemade Italian sauce feature image close up with parmesan and basil
    Pappardelle Bolognese Recipe + Video
  • chicken saltimbocca feature image
    Authentic Chicken Saltimbocca Recipe
  • A feature image of the scallop recipe with the linguine being twirled around a fork.
    Easy Bay Scallop Pasta Recipe (Lemon & Garlic Sauce)
  • Classic osso buco with saffron risotto feature image close up of veal on risotto with gravy and herbs.
    Classic Osso Buco with Saffron Risotto
  • Filet Mignon close up with broccoli
    The BEST Way to Cook a Medium Rare Filet Mignon (Sous Vide)

Quick and Easy Valentine’s Day Dinners

Short on time? These quick and easy Valentine’s dinner ideas make date night effortless.

  • best prosciutto flatbread recipe with arugula feature shot.
    Easy Prosciutto Flatbread Recipe
  • Shrimp scampi without wine in a white bowl with parsley, parmesan, and lemon.
    Shrimp Scampi Without Wine
  • ravioli with pesto and tomatoes feature image close up
    Easy Creamy Pesto Spinach Ravioli + Video
  • Pan seared lamb loin chops feature image over a bed of rice
    Pan Seared Lamb Loin Chops

Valentine’s Day Desserts

No Valentine’s celebration is complete without a sweet and indulgent dessert!

  • Feature image of dark chocolate brownies in a baking dish sliced and ready to serve.
    The BEST Dark Chocolate Brownies Recipe
  • Delicious Lemon Ricotta Cake with Fresh Raspberries feature image
    Lemon Ricotta Cake Recipe (with Fresh Raspberries)
  • Old fashioned peanut butter cookies feature image close up
    Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies
  • Southern Banana Pudding feature image close up
    Southern Banana Pudding

Valentine’s Day Breakfast Ideas

Start the day with a heartfelt breakfast that sets the tone for romance.

  • Sliced of nutella toast with all of the toppings on a plate. Outside shot.
    The BEST Nutella Toast Recipe
  • Sous vide eggs on toast with runny yolk.
    Sous Vide Soft Boiled Eggs (in Shell)
  • Sourdough French toast on a white plate with whipped cream and blueberry syrup.
    Sourdough French Toast Recipe
  • grapefruit brulee with blackberry garnish and mint
    Brûléed Grapefruit

Budget-Friendly Valentine’s Dinners

Romantic doesn’t have to mean expensive! These affordable Valentine’s recipes are just as special.

  • Bucatini cacio e pepe twirled on a plate with pepper sauce on top and a fork inserted.
    Bucatini Cacio e Pepe
  • Spicy rigatoni carbone feature image close up with basil and parmesan
    Carbone Spicy Rigatoni Vodka: Copycat Recipe
  • Easy flatbread with ricotta and hot honey feature image close up of finished dish.
    Easy Ricotta Flatbread with Hot Honey + Video
  • Creamy mushroom risotto with truffle oil easy Italian recipe feature image close up in black bowl
    Creamy Mushroom Risotto with Truffle Oil

Make this Valentine’s Day extra special with homemade recipes that show just how much you care! ❤️

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