Red Velvet Cupcakes

Recipe: Red Velvet Cupcakes // Serious Eats

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Seth made these for our mothers' birthdays. Really tasty! The icing was sweet, but was balanced by the cream cheese. We liked trying a Georgetown Cupcake recipe, because their cupcakes are pretty spectacular.

Mushroom Risotto

Recipe: Mushroom Risotto // How to Cook Everything

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This dish didn't particularly thrill me. I probably won't make it again.

Valentine Salmon & Matzoh Ball Soup

Recipe: Valentine Salmon // How to Cook Everything
Side Recipe: Blue Ribbon's Excellent Matzoh Ball Soup // Serious Eats

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Me: "Who has time to make this soup?!"
Seth: "Jewish housewives."

I was craving matzoh ball soup last week, so I bought a chicken, stewed it up just like the recipe says. This soup ended up being a multi-day recipe, but the result was excellent. We think it was the schmaltz. I froze the extra so we'd have it on hand for future matzoh balls. Best made over the weekend when you've got some extra time.

It was finally ready to eat on Valentine's Day, and Seth surprised me with my favorite Valentine Salmon recipe! So we just ate the soup alongside the salmon.

Roasted Red Pepper and Basil Pesto

Recipe: Roasted Red Pepper and Basil Pesto / Annie's Eats

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This was a quick, tasty meal. It has too much raw garlic in it, though. I'd reduce that next time. Or roast/cook the garlic before adding it to the pesto. We'll make it again, I'm sure.

Macaroni & Cheese & Hot Dog

Recipe: Seth made it up

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This is an old favorite. We didn't have any box mac and cheese on hand, so Seth made a roux and added cheese. It separated a little, and would have benefitted from some velveeta or cheeze whiz, but it hit the spot anyway.

Chicken Enchiladas

Recipe: Everyday Shredded Chicken Filling used in Enchiladas // Slow Cooker Revolution

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I couldn't get enough of these! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and although all the prep work made a big mess, it was well worth it. We had chips and guacamole on the side. This recipe made a lot, but the leftovers were welcome. I used two pounds of chicken breast instead of one pound breast and one pound thighs.

Miso Ginger Salmon

Recipe: Miso Ginger Salmon // Serious Eats
Side Recipe: Roasted Broccoli // Cook's Illustrated

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We made this for Seth's parents. It turned out great. We also served a salad with Carrot-Ginger dressing. That was also a favorite.