Simple Valentine’s Day Dinner is what we all want, right? Especially as moms and dads. You don’t have the time to go out for a 20 course meal… and if you do, I want your life! We’re all about doing something special at home with the kids running around. I’m excited to share some Valentine’s Day Dinner Ideas with you. Valentine’s Day Dinner Ideas can be so super duper simple, which is FABULOUS!

Valentine’s Day Dinner Ideas

Valentine’s Day Dinner Ideas

I can’t believe Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Have you made dinner plans yet? It can be difficult trying to get a reservation. I usually opt for a small, quiet dinner at home. Nothing too fancy, but I do like to make it special. This pork tenderloin recipe is perfect! It’s elegant but also very simple. For those of you who “don’t cook” I am telling you right now, that you can do this. Surprise that love in your life.

Step by Step for Valentine’s Day Dinner Ideas

Pre-heat the oven to 365 degrees

It’s just a basic rub.
Ingredients:
1.5 lb pork tenderloin
1tsp minced garlic
1tsp olive oil
1 sprig of rosemary (chopped)
2 sprigs of thyme (chopped)
salt and pepper

Valentine’s Day Dinner Ideas

Salt and pepper the tender loin. Blend your ingredients in a bowl to make a rub. Lather the mixture over the tenderloin and bake for 35 minutes.

Seriously, that’s it. It comes out nice and tender and full of flavor. Your love is sure to be impressed. Pair it with our roasted fingerling potatoes (link http://momgenerations.com/2014/11/thanksgiving-recipes-herb-roasted-fingerling-potatoes/ ) and a bottle of wine and you’ll a beautiful meal.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

ABOUT SHERI MCSHANE:

Hello All. My name is Sheri. I am a working mother of 3 pretty darn fabulous little boys. I’m trying very hard to handle the stresses of working, being a mother, being a wife, keeping house, and finding the time to just laugh and enjoy life. A few things you should know about me: I’m an iced-coffee addict, I love to organize, and I love my wine. I am also a master at fort-building and being the belly-eating monster. Fitness and healthy eating habits are important to me so you may hear a little about that too. Here you will read about my daily musings and of course my venting, wine glass in hand. Hope you find something you can relate to. Cheers.
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