Valentine’s Day is approaching. Aren't you are tired of always going to those local restaurants with your date? If you want to try something new and if you're too lazy to drive all the way to the other side of town to that fancy restaurant, don't worry; these recipes are here to save you. Forget about roses, chocolate and reservations -- just get some groceries and cook up these delicious dishes:
1. John Legend's fried chicken.
You could say it's quite legendary (just like your partner).
2. This cheesy ravioli skillet.
It may not be legendary, but it still looks like it tastes amazing. Right?
3. Chicken-and-broccoli pesto bow ties.
Wear a green bow tie on your date. You can match the pasta! Find the recipe here.
4. Basil angel hair pasta with cherry tomatoes.
For the vegetarians or the pasta-lovers (or the vegetarian pasta-lovers) out there, get the recipe here.
5. Chicken thighs with peppers and salsa verde.
If you're looking to be a bit adventurous this Valentine's Day, combine this recipe with John Legend's for some fun.
6. Chinese spicy garlic eggplant.
This dish is divinely delicious -- again, like your partner. However, unlike your partner, please serve with rice. Or, actually, go ahead, if that's your thing. Who are we to judge? No cannibalism though, please.
7. Parmesan shrimp risotto.
For the seafood lovers out there, we give you this lovely recipe.
8. Easy and cheap lobster bisque.
Another one for the seafood lovers who don't live near the northeast. Even if you're broke, you can still feel fancy with this recipe.
9. Herb-garlic flank steak with pan-roasted grapes.
Mmm. Goes well with wine and roses. Speaking of roses...
10. Rose-scented strawberry cocktails.
For drinks that go well with flank steak, look no further.
11. "Magic" ice cream cake.
For dessert, let this recipe inspire a magical post-dinner evening.
With some wine on the side, accompanied by playlists such as this one, let yourself fall in love again. Enjoy your Valentine's Day, but enjoy eating these delicious dishes even more!
