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Home / Comfort Food Dinners / Date Night Dinners

Date Night Dinners

The best date night dinners to cook at home, for every skill level. Whether you’re looking to surprise your partner or cook a romantic meal together, these upscale yet easy recipes are sure to impress.

Burrata pizza with balsamic glaze drizzle and caramelized shallots.

Burrata Pizza

April 11, 2025April 9, 2025

A sweet and savory burrata pizza recipe that makes a perfect upscale dinner for two in just 30 minutes. Burrata on pizza might just be…

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A bowl of general tso's chicken with rice.

Spicy General Tso’s Chicken

March 25, 2025March 25, 2025

A crispy, spicy General Tso’s chicken you can make in just 35 minutes for a delicious takeout style dinner at home. In our opinion, there…

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Roasted tomato mozzarella and pesto pizza.

Caprese Pizza

March 11, 2025March 11, 2025

A fresh and flavorful caprese pizza inspired by the classic Italian combo of tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. Make it when you’re craving a unique spin…

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Pesto and ricotta pizza with balsamic glaze.

Pesto Ricotta Pizza with Grilled Chicken and Artichokes

February 7, 2025February 6, 2025

This pesto ricotta pizza is equal parts delicious and unique, featuring artichokes, onion, grilled chicken, and balsamic glaze. It hits the spot every time! Alex…

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Chicken parm on a plate of pasta.

Chicken Parmesan For Two

January 10, 2025January 9, 2025

A cozy and comforting chicken parmesan for two that will warm you up on a cold winter evening. Crispy, saucy, Italian restaurant style chicken parm…

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Spicy chicken chipotle pasta.

Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta

October 25, 2024December 18, 2024

This decadent, creamy, spicy chicken chipotle pasta comes together for dinner in under 30 minutes. It’s the perfect weeknight meal to satisfy any comfort food…

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Penne pasta with vodka sauce.

Penne Alla Vodka With Bacon

September 27, 2024February 10, 2025

If you’re looking for a quick, easy, and delicious pasta dinner, try our penne alla vodka recipe made with bacon! This recipe yields incredible flavor…

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Blackberry balsamic and brie grilled cheese.

Blackberry Balsamic and Brie Grilled Cheese

September 20, 2024December 19, 2024

This gooey blackberry balsamic and brie grilled cheese is super creamy and decadent. It hits the spot when you’re craving a sweet and savory lunch…

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Creamy seafood pasta.

Seafood Pasta

July 26, 2024December 18, 2024

A creamy seafood pasta recipe with a Southwest veggie medley and shrimp that comes together in about 30 to 45 minutes. This recipe is inspired…

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Buffalo gnocchi in a frying pan.

Buffalo Gnocchi

June 28, 2024January 30, 2025

Creamy, decadent buffalo gnocchi is one of the best comfort food dinners! Make this easy recipe for two in just 10 minutes. We love buffalo…

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