20 Recipe For Valentine's Day Cook Up Something Special!

Starter: Love-Struck Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of fresh strawberries, sliced
• 1 cup of baby arugula
• 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup of balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
2. In a large bowl, toss the strawberries and arugula together.
3. Add the crumbled feta cheese and drizzle the dressing over the salad.
4. Gently toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
5. Arrange the salad on a plate and top it with heart-shaped strawberries for that extra touch of love.

Main Course: Romantic Roasted Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 1/4 cup of Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Place the chicken breasts in a large baking dish and pour the marinade over them.
4. Make sure the chicken is evenly coated with the marinade, and then cover the dish with foil.
5. Bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
6. Serve the roasted chicken with your choice of sides and enjoy a delicious and romantic meal with your loved one.

Dessert: Decadent Chocolate Truffles

Ingredients:

• 8 oz of dark chocolate, chopped
• 1/2 cup of heavy cream
• 1/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup of chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it starts to simmer.
2. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the chopped chocolate.
3. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
4. Let the mixture cool for 10 minutes, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
5. Using a spoon or a melon baller, scoop out small portions of the chocolate mixture and roll them into balls.
6. Roll the truffles in cocoa powder or chopped nuts and place them on a plate.
7. Refrigerate the truffles until ready to serve.