What is everyone thinking for Valentines Dinner?

christinehetz80
christinehetz80 Posts: 490 Member
edited November 9 in Food and Nutrition
We are foodies in my house and we have switched over to eating clean in the past few months and LOVE it! We both enjoy cooking so its been great to get in the kitchen and make spectacular (humilty is not my strongest virtue) dishes that are healthy. I just found this recipe via pinterest and we generally do make lambchops for special occasions so I think we will be doing

http://www.cleaneatingmag.com/Recipes/Recipe/One-Skillet-Lamb-Chops-with-Pears-Balsamic-Pan-Sauce.aspx

With http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/bobby-flay/toasted-israeli-couscous-salad-with-grilled-summer-vegetables-recipe/index.html

And a few chocolate covered strawberries for dessert. Anyone else have any recipes or ideas they are working/planning on?

Yes, btw...you can be a foodie and eat healthfully. We have been and notice the difference in all facets of our lives now. :)
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  • gabriellegreiner
    gabriellegreiner Posts: 3
    I'm probably just going to order take out and wallow in my single self pity. :D
  • seapard
    seapard Posts: 33 Member
    I would love to do fondue but don't know how I'd make that happen in an even-close-to-healthful way.
  • AmandaBroun
    AmandaBroun Posts: 126
    Probably steaks, a little spinach salad, and toast points with bruschetta and some goat cheese. And wine.
  • christinehetz80
    christinehetz80 Posts: 490 Member
    Probably steaks, a little spinach salad, and toast points with bruschetta and some goat cheese. And wine.

    Toast points!!!!!!!! FANTASTIC idea..adding that to my menu!!! Thank you!
  • christinehetz80
    christinehetz80 Posts: 490 Member
    I'm probably just going to order take out and wallow in my single self pity. :D


    Single Valentines means a night out with your fabulous girlfriends!!!!!!
  • christinehetz80
    christinehetz80 Posts: 490 Member
    I would love to do fondue but don't know how I'd make that happen in an even-close-to-healthful way.

    Yeah you got me there.
  • cgrout78
    cgrout78 Posts: 1,628 Member
    copious amounts of liquor and chocolate..i may skip real food that day
  • NettyB62
    NettyB62 Posts: 45
    I actually have to work that evening, but my boyfriend is taking me out the next day..we are going to Applebee's for lunch..have you seen their new commercials? I am sure I can order something fairly healthy, although I think Applebees has always done better at those menu options than a lot of restaurants. Also, if we do lunch..cheaper and smaller portions.
    Also talking about taking in an afternoon movie...I need to get a paper this Sunday and see what is playing & where. That works well too because if we eat lunch first, I will be able to resist the popcorn..lol
  • PinkEarthMama
    PinkEarthMama Posts: 987 Member
    Grilled chicken with Thai marinade, quinoa ( instead of rice ), peppers, onions, snow peas in Thai sauce....

    Dessert? $ 3 ><
  • Learning2LoveMe
    Learning2LoveMe Posts: 1,430 Member
    I told the fiance I wanted him to cook and have a candlelit dinner. :smooched:

    I have no clue what he will be making - but I'm sure it won't be very healthy :laugh:
  • Buca412
    Buca412 Posts: 301 Member
    I'm thinking how much I despise this Hallmark holiday. :grumble:
  • auticus
    auticus Posts: 1,051 Member
    As Valentines day is a tuesday that will be a cardio day so more than likely my dinner will be a protein shake.
  • Tropical_Turtle
    Tropical_Turtle Posts: 2,236 Member
    I have been seeing this guy for maybe 4 weeks, nothing has been said, and to be honest I have no idea if at all we are doing anything. It does fall typically on a our regular date night while his son is with his mom. Who knows anything is possible. If not I will have a protein shake and call it a night lol
  • LoraF83
    LoraF83 Posts: 15,694 Member
    We are eating clean too! And I'm a total foodie........LOVE to cook! I'm thinking we will have a nice steak (whatever's on sale at the local butcher) topped with a bleu cheese crust. Probably garlic roasted red potatoes and a nice spinach and onion salad too.

    And if I'm feeling really decadent, we might do chocolate fondue with marshmallows and strawberries........I know it's sinfully rich and loaded with calories, but Valentine's Day is a special occasion right?
  • sergetns73
    sergetns73 Posts: 172 Member
    I'm probably just going to order take out and wallow in my single self pity. :D

    shame on you , cook something at home instead, do yourself a favor
  • Helice
    Helice Posts: 1,075 Member
    A kebab! ^-^
  • khk2010
    khk2010 Posts: 451 Member
    Ohhhh, chocolate 4 sure, prawns, salmon, lobster or maybe steak! Sounds great. Skip the champagne and eat more chocolate. Hmmm, maybe go very light on lunch.
  • ChanyRae
    ChanyRae Posts: 112
    I'm making him lobster and steak!! It's my first time doing a full lobster, hope it turns out well.

    And his favourite coconut cake for dinner. In my heart shaped pan....cheesy I know :heart:
  • Sh1tsRainbows
    Sh1tsRainbows Posts: 1,227 Member
    BJ and a sammich :flowerforyou:
  • sergetns73
    sergetns73 Posts: 172 Member
    copious amounts of liquor and chocolate..i may skip real food that day

    valentine is only a crappy day , it is all so commercialized, you dont have to suffer because of it, just say Pass
  • dramamama7388
    dramamama7388 Posts: 1 Member
    Eh me and the boy might just say eff it and go all out. I am thinking rigatoni with vodka sauce, grilled asparagus and this yummy looking cheesecake stuffed strawberries recipe I found! oh, and copious amount of wine, of course.

    I figure as long as I am very careful and mindful the rest of the week, I won't offset myself too terribly.
  • sergetns73
    sergetns73 Posts: 172 Member
    I'm making him lobster and steak!! It's my first time doing a full lobster, hope it turns out well.

    And his favourite coconut cake for dinner. In my heart shaped pan....cheesy I know :heart:

    sounds yummy
  • DisneySkaGirl
    DisneySkaGirl Posts: 161

    http://www.cleaneatingmag.com/Recipes/Recipe/One-Skillet-Lamb-Chops-with-Pears-Balsamic-Pan-Sauce.aspx

    Awesome, thanks! I was planning on lamb chops but didn't have a recipe! I'll probably be pairing it with super unhealthy cheesy potatoes however :)
  • Mars913
    Mars913 Posts: 3
    We always keep it easy, but it always turns out great. Usually we get some lean sirloin steaks and pair it with a couple of our favorite veggies like Asparagus, Sweet Potatoes, Mushrooms, Zucchini, or Spinach.
  • christinehetz80
    christinehetz80 Posts: 490 Member
    I'm thinking how much I despise this Hallmark holiday. :grumble:

    hahah...I'm usually not that big on Valentines day either...I had my own floral business so for a few years it was up to my elbows in craziness, but I was watching Pepe Le Pew cartoons and thought Hmmm....I need to get on the Love train. Yes cartoons inspire me.
  • BettyyRoss
    BettyyRoss Posts: 100 Member
    I'm baking my hubby a cake for vday and he's taking me out to dinner.
  • california_peach
    california_peach Posts: 1,809 Member
    I have German Potato and Bean One Skillet Meal schedule for that night.


    Here is the link for those interested http://www.myveggietable.com/2009/12/german-potato-and-bean-one-skillet-meal.html
  • infamousmk
    infamousmk Posts: 6,033 Member
    The same things we eat any other day of the week. We don't celebrate.
  • melaniecheeks
    melaniecheeks Posts: 6,349 Member
    Hmmm, it'll be our first married one, and he's recovering from heart surgery, so I will have a look through some heart-healthy cookery books for inspiration.

    I've just this evening made a wonderful dessert - pears poached in white wine with cinnamon, cloves and a handful of coffee beans! Absolutely delicious,I might well serve that with some natural yoghurt or good ice cream.
  • PaleoPath4Lyfe
    PaleoPath4Lyfe Posts: 3,161 Member
    We are foodies in my house and we have switched over to eating clean in the past few months and LOVE it! We both enjoy cooking so its been great to get in the kitchen and make spectacular (humilty is not my strongest virtue) dishes that are healthy. I just found this recipe via pinterest and we generally do make lambchops for special occasions so I think we will be doing

    http://www.cleaneatingmag.com/Recipes/Recipe/One-Skillet-Lamb-Chops-with-Pears-Balsamic-Pan-Sauce.aspx

    With http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/bobby-flay/toasted-israeli-couscous-salad-with-grilled-summer-vegetables-recipe/index.html

    And a few chocolate covered strawberries for dessert. Anyone else have any recipes or ideas they are working/planning on?

    Yes, btw...you can be a foodie and eat healthfully. We have been and notice the difference in all facets of our lives now. :)

    T-bones and shrimp grilled with veggies and salad. I will be making some home made rolls and a baked potato for my hubby.
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