7 Simple but Impressive Valentine’s Day Recipes

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3 min readFeb 10, 2016

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Didn’t get a reservation at your favorite restaurant in time? No need to panic: cooking at home with your special someone is a sweet, simple and unique alternative to the typical pricey Valentine’s Day dinner. With Valentine’s Day falling on a Sunday, you can even make it an extra-special celebration with brunch in bed!

Best of all, with Instacart you don’t need to worry about running to the store for last-minute ingredients. Schedule your Valentine’s Day order ahead of time, get it delivered to your doorstep and get cooking. Don’t forget to add a bouquet of flowers to your order!

Not sure what to cook? Here are some simple but impressive Valentine’s Day Recipes to get you started:

1. Strawberry and Honey Breakfast Muffins by Sigona’s Farmers Market

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Start Valentine’s Day off with a delicious brunch, featuring these sweet strawberry and honey breakfast muffins! Add some bubbles and fresh fruit for the perfect Valentine’s Day breakfast-in-bed.

2. Red Hot Chili Collins by Bi-Rite Market

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Looking for something special to spice up your brunch game? Try making a Red Hot Chili Collins for your special someone. The sweet and spicy combo makes for an irresistible cocktail combination!

3. Prosciutto, Brie and Apricot Roll-Ups by Whole Foods Market

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This tasty appetizer seems fancy, but it’s actually so easy! With only three ingredients, it comes together in seconds and is the perfect Valentine’s Day appetizer.

4. Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles by Super King Markets

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This fresh, light Valentine’s Day dinner recipe isn’t just tasty — it’s also healthy!

5. Filet Mignon with Cherry-Balsamic Reduction by Gelson’s

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Filet Mignon is a classic Valentine’s Day dish, but the tangy cherry-balsamic reduction in this recipe makes this dish anything but ordinary!

6. Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes by HMart

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Chocolate raspberry cupcakes for dessert — is there anything more perfect for Valentine’s Day?

7. Cupid’s Cupcakes by Key Food

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If chocolate cupcakes aren’t your style, try out these Cupid’s Cupcakes; a sweet, festive way to end your Valentine’s Day.

Do your Valentine’s Day plans include cooking for your special someone? Tell us what you’re making by tweet us @Instacart!

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