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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    15 Date Night Dinners That Will Leave Your Partner Speechless

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on October 3, 2024, updated October 1, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Looking to impress your significant other with a special meal? Check out these 15 date night dinner ideas that are sure to wow your partner. From classic favorites to unique dishes, these recipes will help you create a memorable dining experience at home.

    Honey Mustard Salmon

    Honey Mustard Salmon.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Transform your regular salmon and asparagus into a dinner masterpiece with a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce.

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    Balsamic Chicken

    Balsamic chicken on a Dutch oven.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This balsamic chicken is a delicious choice for a satisfying dinner that's ready in under 30 minutes. The tangy balsamic glaze adds a burst of flavor that will have everyone asking for seconds!

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    Cacio e Pepe

    A fork with cacio e pepe.
    Photo Credit: Urban Farmie.

    Make a simple yet delicious Italian pasta dish with just a few basic ingredients.

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    Marry Me Chicken Pasta

    Marry me chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Whip up this tasty Marry Me Chicken Pasta in no time - it's a creamy dish with crème fraîche, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, paprika, and oregano. You'll love the rich flavors from simple ingredients you likely already have at home.

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    Gorgonzola Gnocchi

    Grogonzola gnocchi.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This recipe is the perfect choice for a special date night dinner. It combines creamy, tangy, and crunchy elements to create a truly delicious dish.

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    15-Minute Shrimp and Orzo

    15-Minute Shrimp and Orzo
    Photo credit: Tried and True Recipes

    This quick shrimp and orzo dish is super easy to make and tastes delicious. The flavors will surely impress your partner for a special date night dinner.

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    Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

    Garlic butter shrimp pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This quick Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta mixes juicy shrimp, perfectly cooked pasta, and a tasty garlic butter sauce. Make this easy dish that combines seafood and pasta for a meal your partner will love.

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    15-Minute Cherry Tomato Pasta with Spinach and Walnuts

    15-Minute Cherry Tomato Pasta with Spinach and Walnuts
    Photo credit: always use butter

    This 15-minute Cherry Tomato Pasta with spinach and walnuts is a quick and tasty dish that's perfect for a cozy date night in. Top it off with some mozzarella or burrata cheese for an extra special touch.

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    Salmon Crème Fraîche Pasta

    Salmon creme fraiche pasta in a pan.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This salmon pasta with chives is a delicious dish that will impress your partner on date night.

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    Spicy Sausage Pasta

    Spicy sausage pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    A delicious dinner featuring spicy sausage, pasta, and Parmesan cheese that will impress your partner.

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    Shrimp Asparagus Risotto

    A spoonful of shrimp risotto.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto is packed with shrimp, asparagus, lemon, basil, and parmesan for a delicious meal. It's a quick and simple dinner ready in just 40 minutes, perfect for a special date night. Master my no-stir risotto technique for a consistently creamy dish every time!

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    Cajun Alfredo Pasta

    Cajun alfredo pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Alfredo sauce has a kick of spice to liven up your pasta dish.

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    Smoked Salmon & Spinach Pasta

    Salmon spinach pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pasta dish is a go-to for a fast and tasty meal that you'll want to make on repeat.

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    Pesto Salmon

    Pesto salmon on a serving platter.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This quick Pesto Salmon is ready in only 15 minutes. Baked with a mix of Greek yogurt and pesto, it's a simple yet flavorful dish perfect for hectic nights.

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    Mushroom Truffle Risotto

    Mushroom Truffle Risotto
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Whip up a delicious Mushroom Truffle Risotto in less than 40 minutes. Packed with mushrooms, white truffle oil, and white wine, this dish is a winner that will surely impress your partner without revealing how simple it is to prepare!

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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