A Simple Valentine’s Day Dinner at Home
A quiet Valentine’s Day at home can be just as special as a night out. This simple dinner for two leans into seasonal ingredients, thoughtful details, and recipes that feel elevated without being complicated — from a small appetizer to a cozy dessert.
A SIMPLE MAKE-AHEAD PLAN
Morning:
Make pistachio cookies.
Afternoon:
Prepare beet stem appetizer.
Pre- Dinner:
Mix rose old fashioned cocktails.
Dinner:
Cook shrimp sauce and serve with lobster ravioli.
Tips for Valentines Day Dinner Prep for 2 at Home:
You can make the pistachio cookie dough in advance and store in the freezer, simply bake and decorate the day of.
The roasted beets stems and white bean puree can be made 3 days in advance and refrigerated until ready to serve. When ready to serve garnish, toast bread and lay out for leisurely nibbling while the shrimp cooks.
Double the recipe and batch the old fashioned cocktail if you are planning on having more than one! Pour over ice as needed throughout the evening.
Alternative Drinks for Valentines in:
Not feeling the bourbon? Try these gin and wine based drinks.
Valentines Dessert Alternatives:
These red hued desserts are just as romantic and a perfect way to end the meal:
Whether you cook the full menu or mix and match, this Valentine’s dinner is meant to feel relaxed, romantic, and personal.
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