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3 Tantalizing Valentine’s Day Menu Ideas
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and what better way to surprise your nearest and dearest than with a special meal prepared just for them! Here are three tantalizing Valentine’s Day menu ideas that are sure to satisfy any appetite!
Menu 1:
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Fire up the grill and start out the night with two of the best known aphrodisiacs: Oysters and Tequila. Then, when the time is right, serve up a perfectly grilled Filet Mignon complimented by roasted asparagus and served with a good Merlot or Syrah/Shiraz. Finally, wind the night down and snuggle up close while you both enjoy creamy Valentine Night Strawberries.
Grilled Oysters with Spiced Tequila Butter
Grilled Filet Mignon with Herb Butter and Texas Toasts
Note: Use pecans instead of walnuts because, well, this is Texas! Go the extra mile and use these candied pecans.
Menu 2:
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If you’re looking to impress that special someone, look no further. Ease into the night with a simple strawberry and pecan laden spinach salad. Warm up with Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Honey-Roasted Belgian Endives and Parsnips. Pair this dish with Pinot Noir. Then, let him or her know how much you care for them with a Red Velvet Cheesecake.
Strawberry Spinach Salad with Feta
Honey-Roasted Belgian Endives and Parsnips
Menu 3:
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Looking to reignite the flames of desire? Peak some interest with a Tomato Basil Soup. Then, spice things up a bit with Char-Grilled Chili Shrimp and Cheese Grits with Corn Pudding on the side. Pair this meal with a Riesling to bring out those zesty flavors! Finally, when she (or he) can’t take any more, serve up Super Easy Ooey Gooey Brownies with added chilies and a scoop of vanilla ice cream to cool things off a bit.
Valentine’s Day Tomato Basil Soup
Note: Add a dash of cayenne and black pepper to add a little pizzazz
Super Easy Ooey Gooey Brownies
