I am a full-time food blogger living in beautiful Colorado. I founded JuliasAlbum.com in 2012. I focus primarily on savory recipes (protein-based main dishes, pasta, salads) and seasonal ingredients (with many vegetables and fruits). Many of my recipes are 30-minute ONE-PAN meals. You can subscribe to me by e-mail here if you like. Or, browse my current and previous newsletters.
π 15 Valentine's Day Dinner Ideas π
These 15 Valentine's Day gorgeous dinner ideas are fool-proof recipes anybody can make regardless of their cooking skills! Each of the below main dishes takes only 30 minutes (and some are one-pan wonders!), yet they look like a fancy main course from a 5-star restaurant! I chose recipes that are colorful, easy-to-make, use accessible ingredients, and make a stunning presentation. Save this newsletter for that special day!
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βGreek Shrimp with Orzo, Feta, Olives, and Tomatoes (30 Minutes, ONE-PAN)β
| RECIPE HERE |
βCreamy Spinach and Mushroom Orzo (30 Minutes, ONE-PAN)β
| RECIPE HEREβ |
βGarlic Butter Flank Steak with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash (or Sweet Potatoes, or Yams)β
| RECIPE HEREβ |
βCreamy Chicken Orzo with Tomatoes and Spinach (30 Minutes, ONE-PAN)β
| RECIPE HERE |
βCreamy Tuscan Salmon with Spinach, Artichokes, Sun-Dried Tomatoes (30 Minutes, ONE-PAN)β
| RECIPE HERE |
βItalian Ravioli with Spinach, Artichokes, Capers, Sun-Dried Tomatoes (30 Minutes)β
| RECIPE HEREββ |
βChicken Spaghetti with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Burrata Cheese, Pine Nuts, and Lemon Butter Garlic Sauceβ
| RECIPE HEREβββββ |
βShrimp Scampi with Capers (20 Minutes, ONE-PAN)β
| RECIPE HERE |
βCreamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta with Spinach and Tomatoes in Garlic Cream Sauceβ
| RECIPE HERE |
βCreamy Spinach Mushroom Tortellini with Caramelized Onionsβ
| RECIPE HERE |
βRoasted Spaghetti Squash with Chicken, Tomatoes, Spinach, and Feta Cheese (Greek-Inspired)β
| RECIPE HERE |
βLemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Orzo with Asparagus (30 Minutes, ONE-PAN)β
| RECIPE HERE |
βMediterranean Salmon and Rice (30 Minutes, ONE-PAN)β
| RECIPE HERE |
βItalian Sausage Pasta with Spinach, Mushrooms, and Tomato Sauce (30 Minutes)β
| RECIPE HERE |
βParmesan Zucchini Tomato Chicken Spaghetti with Basil Pestoβ
| RECIPE HERE |
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I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK!
If you try any of these recipes, I would love your feedback in the comments section for each recipe on my website. Please do not respond to this e-mail (I might miss it!). If you have questions, feedback, or any other concerns, please use the comments section for a particular recipe on JuliasAlbum.com or leave a message on my ABOUT page. I always check the comments shared on my website. If you would like to share a photo of what you made, tag me #juliasalbum or @juliasalbumblog on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliasalbumblog/β
π I would love to hear from you! π
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I am a full-time food blogger living in beautiful Colorado. I founded JuliasAlbum.com in 2012. I focus primarily on savory recipes (protein-based main dishes, pasta, salads) and seasonal ingredients (with many vegetables and fruits). Many of my recipes are 30-minute ONE-PAN meals. You can subscribe to me by e-mail here if you like. Or, browse my current and previous newsletters.
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