Need some inspiration for treating your Valentine? These Valentine’s Day Recipes are elegant! Most of these recipes are so easy too! No need to slave!!
PinValentine’s Day Recipes – Seafood Fra Diavolo
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, it is time to come up with some easy, delicious, impressive foods to serve to your honey! You know what they say, “The key to anyone’s heart is through their stomach!”
If your honey loves seafood, this Seafood Fra Diavolo comes together in about 30 minutes and tastes like you spent hours!
PinValentine’s Day Recipes – Oysters Rockefeller
You don’t have slave over hot stove to make some impressive, delicious treats for your loved ones on Valentine’s Day! These Oysters Rockefeller are rich and decadent, without taking you hours to prepare!
History of Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day, is technically, St. Valentine’s Day, a fact that Americans tend to forget. Who was St. Valentine and why is he associated with this love holiday? According to this article, there are three priests named Valentinus, Valentine, who were made saints. One story is that, in Rome, in the 3rd century, Valentinus defied an order by Claudius II, baning young men from marrying.
Claudius banned these marriages, because unmarried men made better fighters. Valentinus continued to wed young couples in secret, when he was discovered, Claudius ordered his death!
Traditional Valentine’s Day Foods
There is no true definition of tradional Valentine’s Day Foods. Valentine’s Day is not one of those food holidays that a specific dish rules, such as Thanksgiving. (unless you consider chocolate 😉)
On Thanksgiving the majority of Americans enjoy turkey, in some form , or other! On the Fourth of July, hot dogs and hamburgers rule and grilling! Here is a fun article regarding some vintage Valentine’s Day Foods!
When I think of Valentine’s Day foods, I think, elegant or anything red, or chocolate. So here are some suggestions for easy, delicious treats to make your Valentine!
PinValentine’s Day Recipes – Brie with Balsamic Strawberries
This Brie with Balsamic Strawberries takes less than 20 minutes, and can be made in the oven, just as easily, as making it on the grill!
Appetizers to serve on Valentine’s Day
Fun appetizers to make for your special someone for Valentine’s Day.
Grilled Brie Recipe & Balsamic Strawberries
This Grilled Brie Appetizer with Balsamic Strawberries is the perfect, ridiculously easy appetizer for your next cook-out! I am making it again for the 4th of July!
This Oysters Rockefeller Recipe is very old, said to have been invented by Antoine’s Restaurant in New Orleans in 1840. They are so delicious and rich! Just like the Rockefellers!
This Strawberry Salsa is so versatile! You can literally use what you have in the pantry! One of the reasons I love Strawberry Salsa is that it's so easy!
These Strawberry Infused Sea Scallops are not only gorgeous but they take less than 40 minutes, including marinating and have a wonderful hint of strawberry!
Have you ever had Lobster Mac and Cheese? It is so amazing! You must try it! This Lobster Mac and Cheese Recipe takes only about 30 minutes to put together and then another 30 or so in the oven.
Salmon Wellington is an easy, elegant dinner for Date Night or Valentine’s Day! This Salmon Wellington has a punch of flavor from a horseradish- dill sauce!
Venison Wellington is an easy, gourmet meal that will impress your guests! It’s made with store bought phyllo sheets, so it comes together in 20 minutes!
This Lamb Loin is a super easy, special dish for any occasion, in under an hour. Grill it in the summer months, or roast it in the oven any time of the year.
This Air Fryer Pork Loin turns out tender and juicy on the inside, and nice and browned on the outside! Air Fryer Pork Loin only takes about 20 minutes, total! If you are trying to eat healthier for the New Year, this recipe is for you!
And to satisfy that sweet tooth, how about some yummy chocolate recipes that are far superior to boxed chocolate!
PinValentine’s Day Recipes – Chocolate Fudge with Bourbon
Of course, you need a special dessert for your family for Valentine’s Day!
Chocolate Covered Peanuts
Another super easy edible gift to give for the holidays is Chocolate Covered Peanuts. It's perfect for last minute gifting, they only take a couple minutes!
These Chestnut Chocolate Truffles are very easy to make. Chestnut Chocolate Truffles make a great edible gift for your friends and family! You can dress them for the holidays, or make them any time of year!
This Blackberry Pie Recipe is easy and a perfect summer dessert for a picnic or BBQ. Flaky pie crust and a not to sweet filling make this recipe stand out!
Apple Crumb Pie has lovely spiced apples with a buttery, crunchy crumb topping. This Dutch Apple Pie is much easier than a traditional double crust pie!
For other interesting Valentine’s Day ideas, See my Valentine’s Day Board on Pinterest!
PinValentine’s Day Recipes – Lobster Mac and Cheese
You need a arsenal of quick, easy recipes for Valentine’s Day! I hope you enjoy this list!
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