Normally I try to keep my diet healthy and fresh. But every once in a while, simple decadence is called for. Like Valentine’s Day. If you are looking for an easy but slightly indulgent meal to make your sweetie, try this menu out! Now three courses may seem like a lot, but I will admit that I took some help from the store in a few places. So feel free to use shortcuts.
First Course- Salad
Mixed Greens with Grapes, Slivered Almonds and Honey Goat Cheese
Simply top pre-packaged mixed baby greens with sliced grapes, slivered almonds and chunks of goat cheese. I found a delicious honey goat cheese that seemed perfect for the occasion. Finish the salad with a drizzle of good quality balsamic vinegar.
Second Course- Surf n’ Turf
Filet & Jumbo Shrimp with Harit Covert and Herbed Couscous
A good filet needs nothing more than salt and pepper to season it. You’re your filet, season generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Drizzle some olive oil into a sauté pan, add the filet and sear on both sides for 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a 350˚ oven to finish cooking to desired doneness. Meanwhile, season your peeled & deveined shrimp with salt and pepper. Sauté in a pan with a little olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side. Then hit with some lemon juice and fresh parsley. Prepare your favorite box of couscous according to package directions. And lastly, toss the harit covert into some salted boiling water and blanch for about 5 minutes, then drain.
Third Course- Dessert
Mini White Chocolate Cheesecake with Raspberry Sauce
Those who know me, know that I am not a baker or pastry maker. So I definitely took some help from the store for dessert. I purchased the cheesecake as-is then kicked it up by making a raspberry sauce. Take thawed frozen raspberries and puree in the blender with a little agave nectar (or sugar) to sweeten. You can also use strawberries or any other fruit.
