Skip the Valentine’s Dinner Reservations and Make These Instead

Who says Valentine’s has to mean crowded restaurants and long waits? This year, skip the reservation chaos with a menu that shows just how comforting love can be when it’s cooked on your own stovetop. 

The most romantic meals aren’t always the ones served on white tablecloths. This Valentine’s Day, trading the restaurant scene for your own kitchen means choosing homemade. These dishes prove that cooking at home can be just as impressive as any restaurant without keeping you chained to the stove all evening.

1

Garlic Butter Steak

Make melt-in-your-mouth steak at home, topped with garlic butter sauce.

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Reader Kudzi says, “This has to be the best steak I’ve ever had. Followed the recipe to the T and my oh my. It tastes just like the steak you’d have at a fancy steakhouse.”

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2

Pizza Pasta Bake

This baked pizza pasta is topped with toasted parmesan bread crumbs and hot honey, and I truly can't get enough of it. Our recipe only takes 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to bake!

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3

Grilled Chicken Margherita

Our take on the Olive Garden favorite dish, Grilled Chicken Margherita! Topped with fresh basil, tomatoes, mozzarella, and a lemon butter drizzle, this dish is low-carb yet irresistibly delicious.

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4

Shrimp Pasta

With just 7 ingredients and 30 minutes of your time, you could enjoy this simple Shrimp Pasta for Valentine's Day dinner! Serve with a Caesar salad for an elevated homemade meal.

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5

Pecan Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes

This delicious meatless pasta recipe is loaded with pecans, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs. Even better? It's ready in under 30 minutes!

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6

Sausage Tortellini Soup

Cheesy, comforting Sausage Tortellini Soup is perfect for a cozy evening in. Serve with homemade asiago bread to take this dish to the next level.

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7

Pulled Pork Pizza with BBQ Sauce

This pizza has been my all-time favorite pizza lately, and for good reason! It's sweet, spicy, and full of flavor. It's better than any restaurant, so it's good enough for Valentine's Day dinner!

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8

Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi Bake

The coziest one-pan meal you can make! You'll especially love the creamy parmesan sauce with garlic and herbs.

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9

Easy Baked Cod

Baked Cod was one of our top recipes of 2025! It's light, fresh, and flaky. Complete this meal with a side salad, roasted asparagus, or steamed broccoli.

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10

Slow Cooker Beef Tips and Gravy

Slow cooker meals are pure magic, and you'll love this easy and delicious beef recipe. Simply set it and forget it in the morning and enjoy a delicious meal later! This makes a great meal for a family Valentine's Day dinner.

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11

Sweetheart Chicken Hand Pies

Aren't these just the cutest? Check out this handheld version of our popular chicken pot pie recipe. Kids love the heart-shaped pies, making this a great family-focused meal!

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