Valentine’s Day Menu Ideas

Looking for Valentine’s Day Menu Ideas? I’ve organized a list of romantic salad, appetizer, main course and dessert options for Valentine’s Day.

This will be our first Valentine’s Day as a married couple – and our sixth Valentine’s Day together. We’ve always gone out to dinner to celebrate, but restaurants are usually crowded and service is never up to par.

This year (2010) I want to start a new tradition as newlyweds cooking a Valentine’s Day meal together at home. We’ll put on Frank Sinatra (a tradition since the beginning) and light some candles. We can dress in pajamas and enjoy each other’s company while we eat, instead of overhearing the convos of the couples around us.

Check out some Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas HERE!

I like to plan special occasion dinners using both new recipes and family favorites.

I have been browsing websites and cookbooks for the last few weeks, but yet to finalize our menu. It will be a last minute decision!

Valentines Day Menu Ideas

Appetizers
Pear Prosciutto Appetizer
Artichoke Pesto on Ciabatta Shredded Chicken Taco Salads
Shredded Brussels Sprout Bacon Salad
Grilled Romaine Salad – FAMILY FAVORITE
Pomegranate, Arugula Salad
Main Course
Pesto Potato and Burrata Pizza
Spicy Pesto Penne Alla Vodka – WE LOVE THIS RECIPE!
Garlic Butter Skillet Steak and Shrimp
Dessert
Grandmother Paula’s Red Velvet Cake
Strawberry Trifle

And what do you do the day after a heavy Valentine’s Day meal – get outside!

BONUS: Here is what to AVOID on Valentine’s Day!

If you are cooking at home for Valentine’s Day, what is on your menu?