Date-Night Dinner for the One You Love
Planning a date night dinner with the one you love? We’ve gathered a few romantic, crowd-pleasing dishes you can easily make to create the perfect at-home date night or a memorable Valentine’s Day dinner.
Date-Night Dinner for the One You Love…
Romantic classics that are easy to make and full of flavor. These tried-and-true recipes help you create an effortlessly elegant meal for the one you love – perfect for date night or a cozy evening at home.
Filet Mignon with Cognac Peppercorn Sauce (For Two) ~ This recipe will give you the perfect dinner for two every time! These filet mignons (aka Au Poivre) are seasoned with peppercorns and salt. Then they grilled to your taste and served with a creamy cognac peppercorn sauce on top. A romantic dinner for two – it’s perfect!
Mom’s Best Chicken Piccata – Here’s another popular “date-night dishes” that everyone loves. Chicken piccata is one of the most requested dishes in Italian restaurants, around the country. And, this recipe is AMAZING – to say the least!
Boneless Short Ribs (in the Oven) ~ These boneless short ribs always turn out to be melt-in-your-mouth perfection every time. It’s an impressive dish, and perfect for a romantic dinner, or any elegant soirée. Serve it over creamy mashed potatoes or polenta. It turns out perfect every time.
Easy Seafood Dishes for a Romantic Dinner
Here are some of our favorite seafood recipes for you to enjoy a romantic dinner with the one you love.
Easy Shrimp Dinner ~ is a quick and delicious seafood meal that can be prepared in just 20 minutes. It’s easily made with Argentinian shrimp, fresh spinach, butter, peppers, and cheese. And, served with linguine pasta for an exquisite dish. This seafood dish is so flavorful – it is exquisite!
Skillet Salmon with Chili Sauce ~ is a delicious dinner and perfect when served over a bed of rice or quinoa. This quick and easy recipe is loaded with flavor and ready to serve in 20 minutes.
Seared Scallops with Pesto Sauce ~ Sea scallops are pan-seared easily with olive oil, lemon juice, and soy sauce. Then they are served over a layer of basil pesto sauce, adding velvety and savory flavors to the scallops. SO delicious – the flavors are exquisite! Serve it with a side of rice, quinoa, or pasta.
Shrimp Over Creamy Polenta (Italian-Style) ~ is a quick, flavorful Italian-inspired dish featuring buttery Parmesan-cheese polenta topped with garlic, lemon, and red pepper-spiced shrimp. Easy and so flavorful, this recipe is a keeper!
Little Neck Clams in Wine and Garlic Broth ~ Tender neck clams cooked in a flavorful wine and garlic broth can be served alone or with your favorite linguine or spaghetti. It is the perfect date-night dinner for seafood lovers.
Romantic Pasta & Risotto Favorites…
Timeless romantic classics designed for effortless elegance. These recipes are simple to prepare yet full of flavor. Ideal for any romantic, date night dinner for two. Best of all, you can freeze the leftovers for future meals.
Marry Me Chicken & Orzo (one skillet) ~ Creamy, delicious and very easy to make… Juicy chicken, tender orzo, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach come together in a rich, savory sauce that’s guaranteed to win over the one you love!
Date-Night Creamy Ravioli with Peas ~ Easy recipe – with store-bought spinach and cheese ravioli are tossed in a luscious cream sauce loaded with crispy pancetta, sweet onions, tender peas. Then it is topped with freshly grated Parmesan, and fragrant basil – Oooo… makes this dish so flavorful – it is DIVINE!
Vegetarian Bolognese with Pappardelle (Vegetarian) ~ This is an ideal dish and recipe for those who love pasta with Bolognese sauce – but prefer it meatless! Packed with rich and savory flavor, you’ll fall in love with this Vegetarian Bolognese sauce! It’s the best!
Spinach Ravioli with Asparagus Sauce ~ Here is another excellent date-night dish that’s simple and straightforward. And, no stress! It is made with store-bought spinach-filled ravioli, fresh asparagus, pancetta, and cream. Best of all – it’s very flavorful, looks fancy, and never disappoints.
Classic Vodka Sauce (7-Ingredients) ~ Fresh tasting, and so lusciously creamy, our vodka sauce is a fabulous and easy recipe! Serve it with some crusty Italian bread and your favorite pasta, along with green salad for a complete, romantic dinner. And, don’t forget the wine!
Risotto con Funghi (Mushrooms) (+video) ~ It an easy recipe for another favorite date-night dinner. Italian Arborio rice is cooked with mushrooms in a delicious, savory broth. It’s creamy, flavorful and romantic.
Feeling Adventurist or Minimalist?
If you’re a minimalist? …try our Cacio e Pepe Risotto, and Cacio e Pepe Recipe (made with spaghetti).
If you are feeling adventurist? …then try our Wild Mushroom Ragu Recipe, and Wild Mushrooms with Cognac and Truffle Oil!
Don’t Forget about the Wine!
How to Select the Perfect Wine for Your Date-Night dishes?
Discover 11 simple and delicious ways to match wines with your favorite dishes.
11 Wines to Pair with Food ~ From elegant dinner parties to cozy date-nights explore some tips, pairings, and even recipes to help you choose the perfect wine for every occasion.
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Happy Cooking! 🙂
xo anna and liz
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