Valentine's Day recipes
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Microwave boozy fudge
Also known as miracle fudge, this indulgent sweet treat is made in minutes in the microwave, and makes for an ideal last-minute edible gift – no sugar thermometer required
Beef & beer pie
A steak and ale pie is a comforting classic - this version has suet pastry and a dark rich gravy
Salted caramel choc pots
Combining sweet and salty flavours really works when chocolate and toffee is involved - best served in individual portions
Cherry shortbread hearts
James Martin's easy biscuits taste as good as they look and make an ideal Valentine's Day gift
Rib-eye steaks with chilli butter & homemade chips
James Martin shows how to make your loved one a Valentine's Day feast with fail-safe steak and homemade chunky chips
Special seafood & saffron pasta
Mussels, scallops and king prawns make this shellfish supper for two a real treat - it works just as well with spaghetti or linguini
Passion cake
Bake this impressive tropical sponge for a special occasion. This scrumptious triple-layer passion fruit cake is also perfect for Valentine's Day
Vegan lasagne
Feed your family this delicious plant-based lasagne with salad. Plus, use the meat-free filling to make vegan spaghetti bolognese and moussaka
Creamy linguine with prawns
This luxuriously creamy prawn linguine recipe is ready in a flash yet special enough to serve friends too. Add fresh crab and sliced red chilli for a treat.
Tia Maria & chocolate creams
Just a few spoonfuls of this rich and creamy make-ahead dessert are all you need to end the meal with a flourish without overdoing it
Tiramisu with honeycomb crunch
The perfect Valentine's dessert, best made ahead to give the flavours time to mingle
Pan-fried sea bass with citrus-dressed broccoli
This pan-fried sea bass recipe is ready in just 30 mins. Serve it on a bed of lemony broccoli and anchovies for a midweek meal or special occasion
Chocolate & almond puds with boozy hot chocolate sauce
These make-ahead puds are easy, but look glamorous
Treacle tart hearts
Make a sweet heart for your sweetheart - it doesn't matter if it's Valentine's Day or not
Griddled langoustines with hazelnut butter
Langoustines, or Dublin Bay prawns, make a great starter. You can make this ahead for a fuss-free seafood feast
Smoked salmon with prawns, horseradish cream & lime vinaigrette
This stunning starter can be assembled ahead, then topped with dressed leaves just before serving.
Clementine martini
This sparkling, citrus cocktail is one to serve at a celebration. Blend clementine juice with vodka, orange liqueur and fizz
Chocolate pecan fondants
These indulgent puds are great to freeze so you'll always have something to whip out for unexpected guests
Roquefort toasts with peppered pears
Peppering the pears gives the whole thing a little bit of attitude without being overpowering
Duck with passion fruit & orange sauce
Treat someone to pan-fried duck breasts glazed in a beautifully sticky orange, soy and passion fruit sauce. It’s quick, easy and sure to impress
Papillote of seafood
For the ultimate dîner à deux, dip into Jean-Christophe Novelli's dramatic seafood dish
Best ever chocolate brownies recipe
A super easy brownie recipe for a squidgy chocolate bake. Watch our foolproof recipe video to help you get a perfect traybake every time.
Mozzarella peppers with chunky Italian dressing
Visit your deli counter and make a special plate to share
Melting middle truffles
Get these made and in the freezer up to a month ahead, then simply pull them out when you’re ready