Midweek Meals
Recipes for Valentine's Day and a Reader Fave 🌞
Happy Thursday. Today, I have new recipes, recipes for Valentine’s Day, and a reader fave!
Here I am with my duck breast and vanilla parsnip purée! I developed this recipe years ago, and I’m so excited to share this version of it with you. I think it makes for a perfect romantic Valentine’s Day dinner for two!
Are you staying in or going out for Valentine’s Day tomorrow? Normally, we always stay in. And, actually, in my 10+ years with my husband, I don’t think we’ve ever once gone out for Valentine’s Day. Because I’m cooking a big Galentine’s Day dinner today, we decided to actually make reservations, so I’ll be going out for a delicious Indian meal at Royal Taj tomorrow! If you’re skipping the restaurants, I have lots of ideas for you below.
Speaking of Galentine’s Day, I’ll be SO excited to share pictures from the event! I’m having a “Tender Friends Chicken Tender Party”. I was going to call it “Love You Tenderly Chicken Tender Party” but that seemed a little over-the-top, ha! I’m making three kinds of chicken tenders, twice baked potatoes, cupcakes, mocha mousse, and a little charcuterie board. I also got really fun party favors with a “good skin, good sleep” theme. I’ll share photos from my party in Sunday’s newsletter!
Let’s dig into recipes!
VALENTINE’S DAY
Raspberry Mascarpone Toast
Start tomorrow off right with an easy and beautiful raspberry mascarpone toast for breakfast.
Filet Mignon with Red Wine Mushroom Sauce
This is my quintessential Valentine’s Day dinner, and I often serve this for any special occasion. Tender filet mignon, luxurious red wine mushroom sauce, and mashed potatoes. You truly cannot miss with this meal.
Seared Duck Breast with Vanilla Parsnip Purée
Looking for a luxe Valentine’s Day dinner for two? This seared duck breast with parsnip purée delivers the romantic vibes.
Coq au Vin
Classic and comforting coq au vin is a perfect winter meal that’s deep, rich, and hearty. It also makes for a beautiful Valentine’s Day dinner.
Homemade Mushroom Ravioli
Nothing says love like homemade pasta. This homemade mushroom ravioli is a lovely vegetarian Valentine’s Day entrée!
Mocha Mousse
A perfect way to end dinner? A rich, decadent mocha mousse! The bitterness of dark chocolate pairs beautifully with fresh fruit and homemade meringue cookies, but no worries if you don’t have time for the meringues! Just add a few extra raspberries or strawberries on top. YUM!
WANT MORE? VIEW ALL MY VALENTINE’S DAY RECIPES
NEW RESOURCE
How to Cook Duck Breast
If you want duck but you have a different side dish in mind, this how-to will show you how to make the perfect duck breast every time.
NEW RECIPE
Pepperoni and Cheese Rolls
Based on my Dad’s West Virginia pepperoni roll recipe, these pepperoni and cheese rolls bring in creamy, nutty Muenster cheese for a snack everyone will love.
READER FAVE
Cheddar Rice Soup with Leeks
Thank you so much, Becky! I’m thrilled you enjoyed this cheesy comforting soup!!
That’s it for today! I hope everyone has a wonderful rest of the week, and I hope your Valentine’s Day is spent with someone extra-special to you. Byeeeeee! 💖💖
-kylie