Date night recipes can be a game changer when you want to skip the restaurant and enjoy a cozy evening in. These dishes are all about bringing great flavors to your table without the stress. Whether you're a pro in the kitchen or just looking to try something new, these meals are the perfect way to make your night special. No need to rush for a reservation when you can create something just as memorable at home.
Slow Cooker Ratatouille
This slow cooker ratatouille transforms fresh veggies into a rich, herby stew with (almost) zero effort—hands-off meal that feels like a French countryside treat!
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Easy Mushroom Wellington
This delicious vegan mushroom Wellington is a tasty plant-based twist on a classic dish with the perfect blend of savory mushrooms and aromatic herbs encased in flaky pastry!
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Easy Veggie Lasagna
This easy and delicious vegetable lasagna is meatless and is made with layers of pasta, ricotta cheese, and roasted vegetables. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables!
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Spicy Vodka Pasta
This take on spicy vodka pasta can be made with or without vodka and easily made vegan or vegetarian! The perfect weeknight dinner or date night meal.
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Jamaican Rasta Pasta
This easy, vegan rasta pasta recipe is a mildly spiced pasta, made with fresh and simple ingredients. Ready in just 30 minutes, so this is perfect for a quick and tasty weeknight meal!
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Paccheri al Forno
Paccheri al Forno is a classic Italian pasta bake from Southern Italy. It's a delicious and easy weeknight meal. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it's hearty and ready in under an hour!
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Eggplant Casserole
This eggplant casserole blends savory vegetables with herbs, layered cheese, and baked to perfection for a comforting, hearty meal.
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Spicy Soba Noodles
The first time I had spicy soba noodles was during a weekend trip to Japantown, where I stumbled upon a cozy little noodle shop tucked between a bakery and a gift store. Their bowl of soba was nutty, chewy, and loaded with fresh veggies—and I couldn’t get enough of the bold flavors. When I got home, I couldn’t shake the craving, so I started experimenting with my own version, adding a fiery kick that makes it even more exciting. This recipe is my tribute to that unforgettable meal, and now it’s become a weeknight favorite that I can whip up in no time.
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Blackened Cod
Simple pantry seasonings and a quick pan-sear is all it takes to make this delicious blackened cod recipe.
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Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta
This super Creamy Vegan Pasta with Tomato and Basil is bursting with rich flavor and pleasant textures. Elevate pasta night with this comforting and vibrant sauce served over your favorite noodles!
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Lasagna al Forno
This lasagna al forno is an authentic Italian dish bursting with rich meaty flavors, homemade bechamel sauce, veggies and more.
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Flank Steak Pinwheels
These flank steak pinwheels are stuffed with bright and zesty pesto, parmesan cheese, prosciutto and spinach. They’re perfect for parties, special occasions or as an easy midweek family dinner.
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Chicken Thigh Marsala
Rich-flavored, buttery and delicious, this chicken thigh marsala is a classic dish which is gorgeous served over mashed potatoes or pasta.
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Simple Skillet Pork Chops
Learn all about pig farming today as well as how to cook pork chops in a skillet with this incredibly simple recipe that results in a moist, juicy and tender pork chop with butter and garlic.
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Beef Wellington
What about making holiday beef Wellington for Christmas dinner this year? It’s made with beef tenderloin, the most tender cut of beef, along with flavourful ingredients such as prosciutto parma ham, rosemary, thyme, mushrooms, shallot, and more. This Thanksgiving or Christmas beef Wellington recipe is straightforward to make and it’s a wonderfully decadent meal for the holidays.
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Spaghetti Squash Casserole
I love making this easy spaghetti squash casserole. It's a healthy, cheesy, and flavorful dish that's ready in 45 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights!
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Air Fryer Cornish Hens
This air fryer Cornish hen recipe is incredibly simple with stunning results. Whole roasted with crispy golden brown skin and tender juicy meat, these Cornish hens are the very definition of delicious comfort food.
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Authentic Bucatini Cacio e Pepe
This classic, three ingredient bucatini cacio e pepe recipe is as authentic and foolproof as it gets (adapted from my neighborhood restaurant and Anthony Bourdain's favorite in Rome).
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Crunchy Hot Honey Chicken Salad
This Hot Honey Chicken Salad recipe is simply irresistible! Crunchy cornflake chicken smothered in the tangy sweetness of honey with a fiery punch creates a perfect balance over a fresh salad. It’s easy, tasty, and the perfect way to spice up your salad game.
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Pasta alla Norma
This Pasta alla Norma has a rich tomato sauce, sautéed eggplant, and fresh basil for a classic Italian meal that's hearty, delicious and ready in 30 minutes.
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Oven Baked Ribs
Perfectly tender and flavor-packed, these Oven Baked Ribs just fall off the bone! Cooked low and slow, this ribs recipe is your secret weapon for wowing your taste buds and guests alike. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or just looking for a comforting meal, these oven-baked ribs will not disappoint.
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Pesto Tortellini Salad
This quick and easy tortellini pasta salad recipe is the perfect summertime side. Made with <10 simple ingredients, it comes together in just 20 minutes!
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Spaghetti Bolognese
This Spaghetti Bolognese recipe brings the authentic taste of Italy right into your kitchen. Featuring a rich blend of ground beef, pancetta, and aromatic vegetables simmered in a tomato-based sauce, this dish is both comforting and satisfying. Perfect for a family dinner or a cozy meal, this recipe promises deliciousness in every bite.
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Coffee Rubbed Steak
Have you ever used a coffee steak rub before? If not, you have to try this delicious coffee rubbed steak recipe for yourself. Juicy New York strip steak is expertly seasoned with coffee along with herbs and spices and then seared perfectly to deliver a tender bite and lock in all the juices. The coffee enhances the deep, earthy taste of the beef and forms an unbeatable crust. The coffee spice rub steak is served with fragrant, creamy herb butter which adds a touch of indulgence. This easy steak recipe makes a quick weeknight dinner from items you already have in your pantry.
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Vegan Bolognese
Hearty and flavorful vegan bolognese made with lentils, mushrooms, and a rich tomato sauce. Ready in under 1 hour, this easy weeknight meal is perfect for the whole family!
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Five Spice Cream Cheese Chicken
This cream cheese chicken is your answer to boring weeknight meals! Seasoned with 5 flavor-packed spices, it’s creamy, indulgent & full of savory goodness.
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Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Shells
Indulge in these Philly cheesesteak stuffed shells—filled with savory beef, peppers, and creamy provolone for a quick, family-friendly meal!
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Juiciest Air Fryer Ribeye
Making ribeye steak in the air fryer is an incredibly easy way to enjoy this classic dinner. Enjoy tender, juicy steak with flavorful, simple seasonings in just minutes.
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Grilled Ham Steak
Grilled ham steaks are a welcome deviation from traditional grilled fare. A simple rosemary maple dijon glaze brings this meal to life. Use fresh or cured ham steaks and enjoy an easy yet incredibly flavorful dinner!
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Quick and Easy Oregano Pesto Pasta
Savor the creamy goodness of my homemade oregano pesto pasta! With a velvety sauce that only takes a few minutes to throw together, this recipe will have you coming back for seconds again and again. It’s comfort food with a touch of sophistication, ready to charm your taste buds!
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Air Fryer Lamb Chops
Air fryer lamb chops marinated in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and fresh herbs are cooked to tender perfection in under 10 minutes.
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Asian Style Pork Chops
This Asian Style Pork Chops recipe brings a burst of flavor to your dinner routine with minimal fuss. It’s easy, fast, and the marinade will make these pork chops some of the most tender and delicious you’ve ever had. Perfect for anyone looking to shake up their meal plan with something new and tasty.
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Reverse Sear Tri Tip
This reverse seared tri tip recipe flips the way you traditionally cook a steak by searing it at the end after a longer low and slow cooking process. The reverse sear locks in flavor, creates a wonderful crispy crust and results in a tender, juicy steak that’s unbeatable!
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Paccheri Pasta
This meaty, rich paccheri pasta dish is bursting with wonderfully bold Italian flavors. It has herbs, plenty of melty cheese and red wine too
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Air Fryer Cod
Learn how to make air fryer cod with this easy recipe using lemon and simple spices for a tender, delicate and delicious cod fish dinner in under 20 minutes.
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Turkey Tenderloin
This is a flavorful herb-roasted turkey tenderloin recipe that's just perfect for any occasion. It comes out so juicy and succulent.
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Sheet Pan Turmeric Salmon with Cherry Sauce
This sheet pan turmeric salmon with a quick garlic cherry sauce and roasted broccoli is a wholesome, healthy and anti-inflammatory dinner recipe that’s super easy to put together.
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Italian Steak
Juicy, succulent and delicious are the perfect words to describe this wonderful Italian steak recipe. It's so easy to make and tastes amazing
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Easy Baked Pesto Salmon
Pesto salmon is an easy oven-baked dinner requiring only five ingredients that can be on the table in less than 25 minutes. It’s a healthy dinner full of flavor and perfect for weeknight cooking.
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Easy Chicken Alfredo Lasagna
Chicken Alfredo Lasagna brings together tender layers of pasta, seasoned chicken, and a creamy spinach Alfredo sauce for a meal that’s hearty and satisfying. It’s the kind of recipe that feels indulgent without being complicated, giving you a dish that’s as practical to prepare as it is impressive to serve.
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Za’atar Grilled Rack of Lamb
This easy grilled rack of lamb recipe is seasoned with za’atar paste for a succulent main course perfect for a simple summer meal on the grill!
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Air Fryer Skirt Steak
Cooking skirt steak in the air fryer is a quick and simple way to prepare juicy steak when grilling isn’t an option.
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Maple Dijon Chicken Sheet Pan
This maple Dijon chicken sheet pan is a quick, flavor-packed dinner with sweet, tangy glaze, crispy bacon, and perfectly roasted veggies.
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Air Fryer Filet Mignon
Looking for a stunningly gourmet dinner at home without the effort? This air fryer filet mignon is it! Cooked to juicy tender perfection every time, this dinner is sure to impress.
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