{"id":27341,"date":"2024-02-12T07:51:50","date_gmt":"2024-02-12T14:51:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/?p=27341"},"modified":"2024-02-26T10:59:40","modified_gmt":"2024-02-26T17:59:40","slug":"last-minute-valentines-dinners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/last-minute-valentines-dinners\/","title":{"rendered":"Last Minute Valentine\u2019s Dinners"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Forgot to make dinner reservations for Valentine\u2019s Day? It\u2019s time to take a quick trip to the grocery store to gather ingredients for a home-cooked meal! After all, the way to the heart is through the stomach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Following are five (somewhat) simple, satisfying Valentine\u2019s dinners that are sure to impress your special someone(s). Which one will you serve to your loved one(s) on February 14?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470921622320\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Filet Mignon with Porcini Mushroom Compound Butter<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> If you think that this dinner sounds decadent, you\u2019re absolutely right. Envision a tender filet cooked to a perfect medium rare (or medium, if you prefer) topped with herbaceous, melt-in-your-mouth porcini butter. It\u2019s fancy. It\u2019s flavorful. And above all else, it\u2019s cooked with love.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470921707578\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Linguini with Shrimp Scampi<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> This easy yet elegant recipe comes to you courtesy of The Barefoot Contessa, Ina Garten. Your Valentine(s) are sure to appreciate the tender shrimp and rich buttery linguini with hints of garlic and zesty lemon. Love is in the air\u2014and on the stove\u2014this Valentine\u2019s Day!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470921622585\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Sun Dried Tomato Feta Stuffed Chicken<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> Can\u2019t commit to a Valentine\u2019s dinner menu? How about serving juicy, pan-grilled chicken stuffed with a mouthwatering mixture of sundried tomatoes and feta cheese and topped with garlicky pesto? This simple-to-prepare recipe is sure to win their compliments\u2014and their heart(s)!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470921707676\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Roasted Maple-glazed Pork Tenderloin<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> Sweet maple, smoky paprika and fresh ginger combine to create succulent pork tenderloin that is sure to wow your Valentine(s). Equal parts sweet and savory, this delicious dish goes well with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470921710182\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">herb-roasted fingerling potatoes<\/a> and a simple green salad.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470921650014\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Four Cheese Pepperoni Pizza<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> Valentine\u2019s Day is all about love, and who doesn\u2019t love pizza?! This family-friendly recipe features a golden, flaky crust and a medley of flavorful cheeses (we\u2019re talking mozzarella, Locatelli Romano, Monterey jack and gorgonzola!), plus heart-shaped pepperoni slices for a touch of spice\u2014and whimsy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoy preparing and sharing these delicious Valentine\u2019s Day dinner recipes. Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pinsbyra\/valentines-day-pins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Valentine\u2019s Day<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pinsbyra\/recipes-to-try\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Recipes to try<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pinsbyra\/healthy-recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Healthy recipes<\/a> Pinterest boards for more inspiration, and keep following our blog for additional homeowner resources. Happy Valentine\u2019s Day to you and your loved ones!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Forgot to make dinner reservations for Valentine\u2019s Day? It\u2019s time to take a quick trip to the grocery store to gather ingredients for a home-cooked meal! After all, the way to the heart is through the stomach. Read on for five (somewhat) simple, satisfying Valentine\u2019s dinners that are sure to impress your special someone(s). 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