"ravinwulf" > wrote in message
...
> I'm leaning toward either beef wellington or tenderloin steaks with a
> port reduction sauce, asparagus on the side and either chocolate
> covered strawberries or chocolate lava lava cakes for dessert. Still
> need a salad or starter of some kind and I'm debating another side in
> addition to the asparagus...
>
> Regards,
> Tracy R.

With some very strong wishes hopes and prayers that my husband makes it home
by Monday, here's what I'm planning to make:
Chicken Spiedini with Asiago
Asparagus with Lemon, Rosemary, and Pignoli
Cous Cous Pilaf
Mixed Greens with Citrus Vinaigrette
And for dessert... (insert drumroll here hehe) flourless chocolate mousse
torte with raspberry coulis

Although, I may go with soufflé instead of the torte. Bittersweet chocolate.
I'd change to espresso-kahlua crème anglais for the sauce in that case.

All of these are easy to make, can be prepped in advance, and cook rather
quickly. My man gets a home cooked meal which will make him happy and I'll
get to spend more time in his arms, which will make us both happy.

kimberly

Kimberly wrote:

> Chicken Spiedini with Asiago
> Asparagus with Lemon, Rosemary, and Pignoli
> Cous Cous Pilaf
> Mixed Greens with Citrus Vinaigrette
> And for dessert... (insert drumroll here hehe) flourless chocolate mousse
> torte with raspberry coulis
>
> Although, I may go with soufflé instead of the torte. Bittersweet
> chocolate. I'd change to espresso-kahlua crème anglais for the sauce in
> that case.
>
> All of these are easy to make, can be prepped in advance, and cook rather
> quickly. My man gets a home cooked meal which will make him happy and I'll
> get to spend more time in his arms, which will make us both happy.


I'd advise sticking with the torte. Soufflés are notorious for requiring
last-minute attention, and for failing to come out right for no discernible
reason at all. I hope everything goes as planned!

Bob

"Bob" > wrote in message
...
> Kimberly wrote:
>
> > Chicken Spiedini with Asiago
> > Asparagus with Lemon, Rosemary, and Pignoli
> > Cous Cous Pilaf
> > Mixed Greens with Citrus Vinaigrette
> > And for dessert... (insert drumroll here hehe) flourless chocolate
mousse
> > torte with raspberry coulis
> >
> > Although, I may go with soufflé instead of the torte. Bittersweet
> > chocolate. I'd change to espresso-kahlua crème anglais for the sauce in
> > that case.
> >
> > All of these are easy to make, can be prepped in advance, and cook
rather
> > quickly. My man gets a home cooked meal which will make him happy and
I'll
> > get to spend more time in his arms, which will make us both happy.
>
>
> I'd advise sticking with the torte. Soufflés are notorious for requiring
> last-minute attention, and for failing to come out right for no
discernible
> reason at all. I hope everything goes as planned!
>
> Bob


Thanks for the advice Bob. The souffle recipe I use is last minute for the
baking part, but the batter can be done in advance, and it's pretty simple.
I know there's always all this talk about how difficult they are, but these
are some of the easiest desserts I've ever made! lol And alot less labor
intensive than the torte. On the other hand, the torte is sooooo decadent.
Oh decisions, decisions!

kimberly
>
>

ravinwulf wrote:
> I'm leaning toward either beef wellington or tenderloin steaks with a
> port reduction sauce, asparagus on the side and either chocolate
> covered strawberries or chocolate lava lava cakes for dessert. Still
> need a salad or starter of some kind and I'm debating another side in
> addition to the asparagus...
>
> Regards,
> Tracy R.


I have *no* idea. DH told me to keep Sunday open, he arranged a
sitter, so I have absolutley no idea whatsoever about what he may have
up his sleeve. Surprised the heck out of me - we have been together 7
years, and this is the first time he has ever made plans
all-on-his-own, for V-Day.

-L.

"-L." > wrote in message
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>
> I have *no* idea. DH told me to keep Sunday open, he arranged a
> sitter, so I have absolutley no idea whatsoever about what he may have
> up his sleeve. Surprised the heck out of me - we have been together 7
> years, and this is the first time he has ever made plans
> all-on-his-own, for V-Day.

Oooo...that sounds like fun, Lyn!! Hope you two have a great time!

DH wants me to make Guinness stew for V-day dinner. I wanted to make
something more elaborate and suggested Beef Wellington or Chicken Kiev, but
no, he wants stew. OK... Fine with me.

Mary

MareCat wrote:
> "-L." > wrote in message
> ups.com...
> >
> > I have *no* idea. DH told me to keep Sunday open, he arranged a
> > sitter, so I have absolutley no idea whatsoever about what he may
have
> > up his sleeve. Surprised the heck out of me - we have been
together 7
> > years, and this is the first time he has ever made plans
> > all-on-his-own, for V-Day.
>
> Oooo...that sounds like fun, Lyn!! Hope you two have a great time!
>
> DH wants me to make Guinness stew for V-day dinner.


Hummm...what is Guinness stew?

-L.
(intrigued...)

"-L." > wrote in message
oups.com...
>
> MareCat wrote:
> > "-L." > wrote in message
> > ups.com...
> > >
> > > I have *no* idea. DH told me to keep Sunday open, he arranged a
> > > sitter, so I have absolutley no idea whatsoever about what he may
> have
> > > up his sleeve. Surprised the heck out of me - we have been
> together 7
> > > years, and this is the first time he has ever made plans
> > > all-on-his-own, for V-Day.
> >
> > Oooo...that sounds like fun, Lyn!! Hope you two have a great time!
> >
> > DH wants me to make Guinness stew for V-day dinner.
>
>
> Hummm...what is Guinness stew?
>
> -L.
> (intrigued...)

A beef stew made with Guinness as part of the liquid (part beef broth, part
Guinness). Similar to Boeuf Bourguignon, but made with Guinness rather than
Burgundy wine (at least, that's how I make it). I make bread bowls (from
frozen bread dough) and serve the stew in those. A very yummy, homey meal!

Mary

Date: Tue, Feb 8, 2005 (ravinwulf) WROTE:
I'm leaning toward either beef wellington or tenderloin steaks with a
port reduction sauce, asparagus on the side and either chocolate covered
strawberries or chocolate lava lava cakes for dessert. Still need a
salad or starter of some kind and I'm debating another side in addition
to the asparagus...
Regards,
Tracy-----------------------------------------------
RESPONSE: Howard Stern's engagement chicken, homemade chicken rice,
brussel sprouts with cheese sauce-? & sanders chocolate bumpy cake.