PART OF Valentine's Day

26 Valentine's Day Recipes for When You Want to Show Yourself Some Love

Showing yourself a little love is always a good idea, even if you have a sweetheart on Valentine's Day. After all, if you can't love yourself, how are you supposed to love anybody else? Our users' recipes are perfect for treating yourself to something tasty that's just for you. If you do want to share, these recipes can be simply doubled, too.

Apple or Pear Crisp for One

"This is absolutely delicious! I baked this in the oven, of course. The microwave doesn't cook evenly enough for me.”

-lpoffen

Hot Cocoa for One

"Just made this yesterday morning when I realized I had no packaged hot cocoa. Better anyway! Yum!"

-Sharon123

Hot Apple Cider for One

"This was tasty. Perfect when you want something hot but different than tea or coffee.”

-kristennavar

Crispy Parmesan Breaded Chicken for One

"Thanks so much for sharing. It never occurred to me to use yogurt instead of eggs, but the chicken turned out delish! This is a keeper!"

-SamMack

Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake for One

"No way I could make just one of these tasty little treats. Easy and so delicious! Definitely a recipe to keep around!”

-Sydney Mike

Macaroni & Cheese for One

“As the other reviewers said, this is pure comfort food — so easy, creamy and great tasting.”

-Naturelover

Edith's Low-Salt Spaghetti Sauce for One

This recipe for meat sauce is also low in salt but has a little tang from the addition of vinegar. Of course, add as much or as little salt as you want.

Hot Pink Pasta

Beets make this pasta dish an eye-popping fuchsia color. The creaminess of the ricotta compliments the earthiness of the beets beautifully.

Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl for One

“So simple and makes for a good hot meal for lunch or dinner. Easy enough for a teen or college student to prepare.”

-gailanng

Peanut Butter & Fruit Cobbler for One

“This was my breakfast, and boy it is delicious! It is a great idea for dessert, too, and I could see topping this with ice cream for a real treat!”

-HokiesMom

Spaghetti Carbonara for One

"I could have absolutely eaten every last morsel even if this had been spaghetti carbonara for 10.”

-under12parsecs

Cherry Limeade for One

“Excellent! I’m sipping on one now! This is so refreshing!”

-DanielleLyn

Cottage Cheese Pancakes for One

“Wonderfully light pancakes that went beautifully with some fresh mandarin segments.”

-ImPat

Greek Village Salad for One

"Very good Greek salad!. The quantity of oil and vinegar dressing is just perfect.”

-Dreamer in Ontario

Buttermilk Pancakes for One

"Quite good and very easy. I was able to make them with things I had in the house with a little alteration. I didn't have wheat germ, so I left it out.”

-Ladydaungerous

Baked Apple for One

"Simply wow! This is a perfect, easy, quick, healthy and yummy way of preparing baked apples!”

-Lalaloula

Lasagna for One

“Great for one person. Exactly what was expected! Will be making again!”

-nochlo

Mini Meatloaf For One

"This was really delicious meatloaf! The carrot added a nice sweetness.”

-flower7

Tiramisu for One

This easy-to-make Italian dessert requires no baking and just one hour in the refrigerator before it’s ready to eat.

Chicken for One With Orange Sauce

“The juicy chicken thigh fillets with sticky sauce make this a lip-smacking treat.”


-Single Serve

Roast Vegetable Salad

A bed of peppery arugula — also known as rocket — contrasts the sweetness of the roasted root vegetables. A sprinkle of tangy feta cheese brightens up the dish and makes this salad an explosion of flavors.

Single Strawberry Daiquiri

“Great daiquiri! Love that I can make just one rather than an entire blenderful. I used Chambord for the raspberry liqueur.”

-Mamas Kitchen Hope

Lavender Coffee for One

“Yummy recipe. It makes you feel like you are on vacation! I made it in my french press so I made a whole pot.”

-KellyMac6

Ginger & Spice Lamb Burger for One

“After trying it one time with the cheese filling, I omitted the cheese and just mixed the other seasonings with the ground lamb; it was still great!”

-echo echo

Single Crepe

“Super yummy! Love these crepes!”

-JoeMama

Single-Serve Chicken Pot Pies With Phyllo

“Yummy individual pot pies! These are fun with the phyllo, but I like to use pie crusts, too!”


-Pawsfurthought

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