If Tim and I waited to spend time together until we hired a babysitter, our marriage probably would not have survived the past 4 years. We do spend money on sitters on occasion, but we can’t afford to do it as often as we need to in order to get sufficient quality time together. That’s why we sometimes create our own date night at home after we put the kids down for the night. It’s cheap, it’s relatively easy, and when you make just a little bit of fuss over the food and light a few candles, it honestly does feel special.
Here are 28 of my favorite date night recipes to help inspire you. I hope a date night with your significant is in your immediate future!
- Thanksgiving for Two & My Favorite Stuffing Ever by Karen’s Kitchen Stories
- Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Dijon Cream Sauce by Karen’s Kitchen Stories
- Boeuf Bourguignon | Beef Burgundy by Karen’s Kitchen Stories
- Slow Cooker Salmon Swiss Chard Artichoke Dip by Farm Fresh Feasts
- Chicken Saltimbocca Stuffed With Butternut Squash and Goat Cheese by Farm Fresh Feasts
- Skillet Mushroom Dip for Two (Quick Take) by Farm Fresh Feasts
- Spiced Sirloin Roast for Two by An Edible Mosaic
- Chocolate Lover’s Cake by Noble Pig
- Pepper-Crusted Filet Mignon by Hezzi-D’s Books & Cooks
- Italian Herb Sautéed Chicken by Hezzi-D’s Books & Cooks
- Skinny 4 Ingredient Chocolate Cheesecake Mousse by Back for Seconds
- Tropical Chocolate Mousse Parfaits by Back for Seconds
- Deep Dish Hot Fudge Brownie Sundaes For Two by Chocolate Moosey
- Mini Pear Walnut Crisps with Blood Orange Caramel Sauce by Chocolate Moosey
- Mini Deep Dish Lemon Meringue Pies by Chocolate Moosey
- Nutella Ganache Dip by Wine & Glue
- 6 Date Night Ideas Under $20 & 2 Hours by Frugal Foodie Mama
- Easy Chocolate-&-Honey Fondue by The Kitchen is My Playground
- Thanksgiving Meatballs by Jew Hungry
- Coconut Milk Southern Fried Chicken by Jew Hungry
- Homemade Fettuccine with Pesto Cream Sauce by Jew Hungry
- Deep Breath Chicken by Jew Hungry
- Champagne Chicken & Mushroom Pasta by Snappy Gourmet
- Dark Chocolate Coconut Muddy Buddies by Jen’s Favorites Cookies
- Morocccan Chicken Bastilla by Thirty-One 10
- Taco Truck Tacos by Thirty-One 10
- Beef Sosaties by Food Done Light
- Seared Scallops with Blood Orange Glaze by Food Done Light
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Tasha Jackson says
These look delicious! Pinning now for my hubz and I’s next date night in. Thanks for featuring our recipe!
Karen @ Karen's Kitchen Stories says
Looks wonderful Tiffany, and thanks so much for including me =)
Sarah says
The pepper-crusted filet mignon sounds delicious! And I love that my husband would be involved in making that because he’d want to cook it on the outdoor charcoal grill…less work for me!
latanya says
Thanks for sharing these yummy recipes. The Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Dijon Cream Sauce looks really good. These meals can also be used for everyday.
Whit @ Jewhungry says
Thanks so much for including my recipes on this wonderful roundup! I hope it helps provide a little romance and comfort to busy parents in need!
Christie - Food Done Light says
Thanks for including my recipes. You’ve got a wonderful collection sure to make any date night fabulous.