is anyone making valentines dinner instead of going out?

I love to cook and I don't really love valentines day so I figured instead of spending all that money going out Id cook.

Im going to make a 4 course meal :)

Salad
Heart shaped lobster ravioli with vodka sauce
Surf and turf not sure of the side
a desert not sure what yet..any ideas?

some wine and lingerie...sounds like a nice night right?!??!

I was going to, but DH planned a night for us.

I suggest something chocolate and saucy for dessert

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Posted by Mimacat

Its TOO crowded to go out for Vday. How about a brownie fondue?

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ooo what is that

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Posted by Jesaroo2

I love to cook and I don't really love valentines day so I figured instead of spending all that money going out Id cook.

Im going to make a 4 course meal :)

Salad
Heart shaped lobster ravioli with vodka sauce
Surf and turf not sure of the side
a desert not sure what yet..any ideas?

some wine and lingerie...sounds like a nice night right?!??!

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I think it sounds great!

yeah, that sounds really nice! I think it's sweet to spend Valentines Day in with a homecooked dinner. i think he'll love it too

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Posted by DCLM726

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Posted by Jesaroo2

I love to cook and I don't really love valentines day so I figured instead of spending all that money going out Id cook.

Im going to make a 4 course meal :)

Salad
Heart shaped lobster ravioli with vodka sauce
Surf and turf not sure of the side
a desert not sure what yet..any ideas?

some wine and lingerie...sounds like a nice night right?!??!

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I think it sounds great!

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Yay thank you

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Posted by DCLM726

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Posted by Jesaroo2

I love to cook and I don't really love valentines day so I figured instead of spending all that money going out Id cook.

Im going to make a 4 course meal :)

Salad
Heart shaped lobster ravioli with vodka sauce
Surf and turf not sure of the side
a desert not sure what yet..any ideas?

some wine and lingerie...sounds like a nice night right?!??!

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I think it sounds great!

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sounds perfect!!!

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Posted by Jesaroo2

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Posted by Mimacat

Its TOO crowded to go out for Vday. How about a brownie fondue?

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ooo what is that

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I was just thinking of dipping brownies in chocolate, but you could maybe do strawberries also, OR you can get a small hear cookie cutter and make the brownies into hearts.

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Posted by bensgirl

one year for my bday DH made these amazing chocolate souffles in the shape of hearts! i can post the recipe if you want it!

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OMG if you could that would be awesome

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Posted by Mimacat

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Posted by Jesaroo2

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Posted by Mimacat

Its TOO crowded to go out for Vday. How about a brownie fondue?

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ooo what is that

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I was just thinking of dipping brownies in chocolate, but you could maybe do strawberries also, OR you can get a small hear cookie cutter and make the brownies into hearts.

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oh good idea

I plan on making dinner too...and I'll be the dessert sorry for the TMI lol

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Posted by FutureMrsJ08

I plan on making dinner too...and I'll be the dessert sorry for the TMI lol

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Posted by Jesaroo2

I love to cook and I don't really love valentines day so I figured instead of spending all that money going out Id cook.

Im going to make a 4 course meal :)

Salad
Heart shaped lobster ravioli with vodka sauce
Surf and turf not sure of the side
a desert not sure what yet..any ideas?

some wine and lingerie...sounds like a nice night right?!??!

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mmm that sounds real good actually. I love lobster ravioli.

Its funny bc i thought if i were to cook V-day dinner i think would do surf and turf, i guess something special out of the ordinary.

Well i still dont even know what im doing, not sure if im in the mood to go out. Maybe i should plan a menu lol

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Posted by Espo22

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Posted by Jesaroo2

I love to cook and I don't really love valentines day so I figured instead of spending all that money going out Id cook.

Im going to make a 4 course meal :)

Salad
Heart shaped lobster ravioli with vodka sauce
Surf and turf not sure of the side
a desert not sure what yet..any ideas?

some wine and lingerie...sounds like a nice night right?!??!

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mmm that sounds real good actually. I love lobster ravioli.

Its funny bc i thought if i were to cook V-day dinner i think would do surf and turf, i guess something special out of the ordinary.

Well i still dont even know what im doing, not sure if im in the mood to go out. Maybe i should plan a menu lol

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The lobster ravs are soooo cute..my dad carries them they are little hearts

and what do u think I should make as a side? Mashed potatoes and asparagus ?

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Posted by Jesaroo2

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Posted by bensgirl

one year for my bday DH made these amazing chocolate souffles in the shape of hearts! i can post the recipe if you want it!

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OMG if you could that would be awesome

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here you go:

*make sure all ingredients are at room temp.

*makes 4 cakes

4 ounces semisweet baking chocolate
4 tablespoons butter
1 large egg
1/3 cup sugar
pinch of salt
1 tablespoon flour

preheat oven to 350

melt chocolate and butter together in a small saucepan.

wisk the egg, sugar and salt together until yellow and light. fold in the melted chocolate butter. mix in the flour until fully incorporated.

lightly butter the cupcake tins. pour the batter into the tins and bake for about 12 minutes, just until the tops crack.

remove the cakes from the oven. using oven mitts, place aluminum foil on the top of the cupcake tins and seal on all sides. turn over onto a flat surface and bang bottoms of cupcake tins. remove the cupcake tins to leave the cakes upside down on the aluminum foil. carefully turn right side up and place on a plate. serve immediately.

**to get the heart shape, DH used heart shaped cupcake tins that you can pick up in most supermarkets.

have fun!

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Posted by Jesaroo2

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Posted by Espo22

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Posted by Jesaroo2

I love to cook and I don't really love valentines day so I figured instead of spending all that money going out Id cook.

Im going to make a 4 course meal :)

Salad
Heart shaped lobster ravioli with vodka sauce
Surf and turf not sure of the side
a desert not sure what yet..any ideas?

some wine and lingerie...sounds like a nice night right?!??!

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mmm that sounds real good actually. I love lobster ravioli.

Its funny bc i thought if i were to cook V-day dinner i think would do surf and turf, i guess something special out of the ordinary.

Well i still dont even know what im doing, not sure if im in the mood to go out. Maybe i should plan a menu lol

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The lobster ravs are soooo cute..my dad carries them they are little hearts

and what do u think I should make as a side? Mashed potatoes and asparagus ?

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yeah that sounds good as side dishes. Im trying to think what i get at restaurants with surf and turf and cant remember. But i love both so good idea.

Youre going to have a great night. Last year dh cooked for me and we stayed in and was real nice.

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Posted by bensgirl

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Posted by Jesaroo2

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Posted by bensgirl

one year for my bday DH made these amazing chocolate souffles in the shape of hearts! i can post the recipe if you want it!

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OMG if you could that would be awesome

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here you go:

*make sure all ingredients are at room temp.

*makes 4 cakes

4 ounces semisweet baking chocolate
4 tablespoons butter
1 large egg
1/3 cup sugar
pinch of salt
1 tablespoon flour

preheat oven to 350

melt chocolate and butter together in a small saucepan.

wisk the egg, sugar and salt together until yellow and light. fold in the melted chocolate butter. mix in the flour until fully incorporated.

lightly butter the cupcake tins. pour the batter into the tins and bake for about 12 minutes, just until the tops crack.

remove the cakes from the oven. using oven mitts, place aluminum foil on the top of the cupcake tins and seal on all sides. turn over onto a flat surface and bang bottoms of cupcake tins. remove the cupcake tins to leave the cakes upside down on the aluminum foil. carefully turn right side up and place on a plate. serve immediately.

**to get the heart shape, DH used heart shaped cupcake tins that you can pick up in most supermarkets.

have fun!

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that sounds amazing thank you

this sounds really good too! and super easy! it's one of Giada's recipes think i may just try it!

Fried Nutella Wonton Ravioli

Ingredients
16 wonton wrappers
1 egg, beaten to blend
1 cup Nutella (or favorite chocolate-hazelnut spread)
Vegetable oil, for frying
Powdered sugar, for dusting

Directions
Line a baking sheet with plastic wrap. Place 1 wonton wrapper on the work surface. Brush the edges of the wrapper lightly with egg. Spoon 1 tablespoon of chocolate-hazelnut spread into the center of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper diagonally in half over the filling and press the edges of the wrapper to seal. Place the ravioli on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining wonton wrappers, egg, and chocolate-hazelnut spread.

Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. Add enough oil to a heavy large frying pan to reach a depth of 2 inches. Heat the oil over medium heat to 350 degrees F.

Working in batches, carefully add the ravioli to the hot oil and cook until they are golden brown, about 45 seconds per side. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the ravioli to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Then, transfer the cooked ravioli to another baking sheet and keep them warm in the oven while frying the remaining ravioli. (The fried ravioli can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cool them completely, then cover and refrigerate. Before serving, place them on a baking sheet and rewarm in a preheated 375 degrees F oven just until they are heated through, about 7 minutes.)


Dust the ravioli with powdered sugar.