More often than not, we like to treat ourselves to a romantic dinner IN. Going out can be a stressful affair, with limited menu choices and the worry of rogue unwanted ingredients in food. Take the worry out of date night by staying in and cooking a "Romantic Dinner for Two."
Appetizer: Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Entrée: Duck Confit
Salad: Spring Slaw with Smoked Shrimp
Side Dish: Haricots Verts
Dessert: Lemon Cheesecake
Bring a bit of French cooking into your kitchen without much fuss. Traditional duck confit takes several days to make. In our version the work is scaled back to a few hours, while preserving all the wonderful flavors.
(read more)This appetizer has gained popularity in recent years, and it’s obvious why. These clever little wraps have the salty and savory thing going on. They also have quite an appealing look to them, which makes them the perfect precursor to a fancy dinner party.
(read more)The use of fresh vegetables in this colorful slaw adds the perfect crunch to every bite of smoky shrimp. A garnish of crispy bacon brings out the wonderful flavors of smoked paprika in this dish. This meal makes for a fantastic side dish at a party, as well as an entrée for two.
(read more)When you’re looking for a sweet-something to treat yourself, few dessert options have that “je ne sais quoi” like cheesecake. On a scale of one to ten on the cheat-o-meter, this is pretty much an eleven. We’re not saying to avoid this recipe, just find many friends to share it with.
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