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15 Romantic Homemade Dinners

In this writer’s opinion, romantic homemade dinners are far superior to a fancy night out.  I’ve always thought of New Year’s Eve and Valentines Day as a sort of “amateur nights” (no offense to those who love and prefer nights out on those days) for the simple reason that it is so so crowded. Plus, often service tends to be less than stellar, and in some instances, a bit rushed.

On more than one occasion Mr. Cold Texan and I have left a nice place saying “we could have done that”. I am also a firm believer that the couple that does special things for one another, stays together.  Don’t get me wrong, I love a night out at a nice place, but there is something really special and (sexy!) about a homemade romantic dinner, especially when made together.

So, without further adieu, I hope you get some wonderfully romantic ideas from the following list. When we do special meals we go all out complete with appetizers and dessert. Have fun putting together a beautiful homemade romantic dinner for 2 or even the kids too!

 

Romantic Appetizers

 

Homemade Romantic Dinners - Chic Meat & Cheese Platter

Chic Meat & Cheese Platter from A Thoughtful Place

 

Prosciutto and Melon Salad

Prosciutto and Melon Salad from Cold Texan Wellness

 

Homemade Romantic Dinners - Delicious Baked Crab Cakes

Delicious Baked Crab Cakes from See Mom Click

Romantic Main Courses

Homemade Romantic Dinners - Big Sexy Steaks with Tarragon Mushrooms

Big Sexy Steaks with Tarragon Mushrooms from Healthy Seasonal Recipes

Homemade Romantic Dinners - Brown Sugar Glazed Garlic Pork Chops

Brown Sugar Glazed Garlic Pork Chops from The Frugal Navy Wife

 

 

Homemade Romantic Dinners - Linguine with Clam Sauce

Linguine with Clam Sauce from See Mom Click

Homemade Romantic Dinners - 15 minute Asparagus Ravioli

15 Minute Asparagus Ravioli from Art From My Table

Romantic Homemade Dinners - Filet of Beef with Red Wine Sauce

Pan Seared Filet with Red Wine Sauce from Have Her Over For Dinner

Homemade Romantic Dinners - Pan Seared Scallops with Herbs

Pan Seared Scallops with Herbs from 12 Tomatoes

Romantic Sides

Homemade Romantic Dinners - Balsamic Strawberry Asparagus

Balsamic Strawberry Asparagus from Eating Richly

Homemade Romantic Dinners - Roasted Mushrooms in a Browned Butter Garlic and Thyme Sauce

Roasted Mushrooms in Browned Butter, Garlic, and Thyme Sauce from Closet Cooking

Homemade Romantic Dinners - Creamy Parmesan Risotto from Grace and Good Eats

Creamy Parmesan Risotto from Grace and Good Eats

Romantic Desserts

Romantic Homemade Dinners - Chocolate Mousse Stuffed StrawberriesChocolate Mousse Stuffed Strawberries from Mind Over Batter

Romantic Homemade Dinners - Raspberry Curd Tarts from Tutti Dolci

Raspberry Curd Tarts from Tutti Dolci

Romantic Homemade Dinners - Mini Tiramisu Trifles from Life Love and Sugar

Mini Tiramisu Trifles from Life Love and Sugar

Are you hungry yet? Next time you have a special occasion, surprise your special someone with these romantic homemade dinners. I guarantee they will be impressed