A cauliflower soup might not be the first thing you think of for Valentine's Day, but that's why it's kind of perfect. A hearty, creamy bisque that leaves you satisfied,

but not stuffed.

Get the recipe at Country Living.

If you haven't tried Boursin, the herb-y cream cheese like spread (that really doesn't do it justice, it's so good!), you must. With prosciutto, chicken, and Boursin, it's pretty simple

to make but a very elegant dinner.

Get the recipe at Erica's Recipes.

It's not often you have an excuse to make a classic roasted rack of lamb, so Valentine's Day is the perfect time to break out this traditional favorite. This recipe

keeps the flavor simple so you can enjoy the fine quality of the meat.

Get the recipe at Simply Recipes.

In a dish that would make Gordon Ramsey proud, these seared scallops are pretty simple but very impressive. Serve them alone with salad or over pasta for a wonderful dish.

Get the recipe at Popsugar.

If you want to really go all out, why not make your own surf and turf? Though the ingredients are high end, it's actually pretty easy to prepare. Plus, since

lobster and steak are so good, you don't have to do much to utilize their flavor.

Get the recipe at Go Rare.

Meatballs and kale are an unlikely combo, but they come together beautifully in this decadent meal. Though it's good enough for a holiday, you might find yourself making this year

round.

Get the recipe at The Candid Appetite.

A fine pasta dinner is always romantic and this recipe will not disappoint. If you really want to get fancy, try to make your own pasta this year. No matter

if you use store-bought or handmade pasta, this is still delicious.

Find the recipe at Simply Recipes.

Some of us love pizza more than anything else in the world, so this is definitely romantic enough for Valentine's Day. A really cute meal for a more casual couple.

Get

the recipe at Baker By Nature.

A dish full of flavor that doesn't take hours to make---this simple roasted chicken and creamy risotto are an excellent pair.

Get the recipe at Recipe Tin Eats.

To add a little spice to your evening, you can do no better than this honey sriracha glazed salmon. As an added bonus, this only takes 10 minutes of prep time

and 10 minutes to cook, so Valentine's Day can get started very quickly.

Get the recipe at Rasa Malaysia.