A Romantic Valentine’s Day Dinner for Two
Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to slow down, set the table, and enjoy a memorable meal together. This thoughtfully curated three-course dinner is elegant yet approachable — designed to impress without keeping you stuck in the kitchen all night. Light candles, pour a glass of wine, and let the evening unfold.
Starter: Creamy Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup
Ingredients:
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Fresh basil leaves
Directions:
Roast tomatoes and garlic at 400°F for 20 minutes until caramelized. Blend until smooth, then simmer with cream. Season and garnish with fresh basil. Serve with warm crusty bread.
Why it works: Comforting, romantic, and easy to prepare ahead of time.
Main Course: Filet Mignon with Garlic Butter & Herb Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients:
• 2 filet mignon steaks
• Salt, pepper, and olive oil
• 3 tbsp butter[
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Fresh rosemary or thyme
For the Potatoes:
• 3 Yukon gold potatoes
• 2 tbsp butter
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• Salt to taste
Directions:
Season steaks generously. Sear in a hot skillet with olive oil, about 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Add butter, garlic, and herbs, basting continuously for flavor.
Boil potatoes until fork-tender. Mash with butter, cream, and salt until smooth and creamy.
Serving tip: Plate with roasted asparagus or green beans for a pop of color.
Dessert: Chocolate Lava Cake for Two
Ingredients:
• ½ cup dark chocolate chips
• 4 tbsp butter
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 egg + 1 yolk
• 2 tbsp flour
Directions:
Melt chocolate and butter together. Whisk in sugar, eggs, and flour. Bake in greased ramekins at 425°F for 10–12 minutes until edges are set and centers are gooey.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or fresh strawberries.
