Valentine's Day Recipes
Make it a special night with my tested Valentine's Day recipes, from steak and seafood dinners for two to chocolate desserts and sweet treats. I share the techniques that make each dish restaurant-worthy at home.
Appetizers
Romantic Dinner Ideas
Special dinners are easier than they look. Searing builds a golden crust, and cooking to temperature keeps steak, scallops, and lobster tender.
Valentine’s Day Desserts
Rich chocolate treats and airy pastries make a sweet ending. When melting chocolate, use gentle heat so it stays smooth and glossy instead of seizing.
Cooking 101
Reverse Sear Steak Recipe
The reverse sear steak method might change the way you cook beef forever. This two-step process involves baking in the oven and searing in a hot pan. It’s a reader favorite, with hundreds of rave reviews! Why It Works In culinary school, I was taught to sear filet mignon or ribeye in a hot pan…
Valentine’s Day Tips
Learn how to melt chocolate, whip cream, and choose the right cut of beef for a special dinner at home.
Valentine’s Day Cookies
Buttery cookies are perfect for sharing. Chilling the dough helps them hold their shape and bake up tender.
