Every year, the month of February is one of anticipation as couples across the world get ready to celebrate Valentine’s Day, a day dedicated to their significant other. While there may be many ways to express your love on this day, food is one of the easiest and most effective ways to show that you care. In fact, some people may even declare, “Food is my Valentine!” Given the importance food holds on this day of love, let us explore some easy and popular Valentine’s Day recipes that are sure to be a hit in the kitchen.
Spinach and goat’s cheese crostini
We all know that the French are usually associated with love, food and a love for food. So the first recipe includes one of the most common French food items on the planet: the baguette. The baguette is cut into ½ inch slices that are brushed with olive oil before being baked till perfectly toasted. Simultaneously, minced garlic and red pepper flakes are cooked in olive oil before the spinach is added in batches. Salt can be added with a twist of the On1y Sea Salt Grinder between each batch and once the spinach wilts, it can be spooned over the toasted bread slices along with some crumbled goats cheese. Bake for 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese just begins to melt and sprinkle some On1y Chilli Flakes before serving!
Aglio olio pasta
Aglio olio is one of the best Valentine’s Day meals to make since it’s simple, requires no sauce to be prepared and can be whipped up in a flash, saving your day in the process. Usually made with spaghetti, this dish just requires you to cook the pasta for 10 -12 minutes before keeping it aside to drain. Meanwhile, add thinly sliced garlic to a pan of olive oil and let it toast. Once the pasta is drained, add salt and a few twists from the On1y Black Pepper Grinder along with the toasted garlic and a sprinkle of your favourite cheese (preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano) before tossing the pasta to combine the ingredients. The final result will give you a plate of one of the most traditional Valentine’s Day food ever, but also a classic that never fails to make you feel loved!
Heart-shaped pizza
Some of the best Valentine’s Day meals, however, are those that you make together with your partner. That’s why baking a pizza from scratch is an activity that that is sure to evoke the Valentine’s spirit anytime! First combine flour, water and yeast in the right proportions to create a soft yet firm dough that should be kneaded till it holds its shape. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes while it doubles in size. You could use that time to double your love too by engaging in a nice conversation. Once the dough has risen, press it lightly to deflate it and roll it out, taking care to slowly shape it into a heart. Once you’re done, simply cover the dough with your favourite toppings and a helping of choose before putting it in to bake in a preheated oven. Before you dig in, remember to sprinkle the pizza with On1y Oregano or On1y Mixed Herbs for a flavourful experience!
Conclusion
Valentine’s Day is a time for you to show off your cooking skills and let people know that they’re loved through good food. So get in the kitchen and start cooking! There is so much love to be spread and stomachs to satisfy!
