30 Minute Meals Season 16 Episode 30 Recipe for Romance

In this episode of 30 Minute Meals, host Rachael Ray puts together a meal fit for a romantic evening. With Valentine's Day in mind, she creates a menu featuring dishes that are easy to make, but still impressive.

First up is a spicy shrimp scampi. Rachael starts by heating some olive oil in a pan and cooking garlic and red pepper flakes until fragrant. Next, she adds the shrimp and cooks until they turn pink, then adds lemon zest and juice for a burst of flavor. The dish is finished off with some parsley and served over linguine.

For the main course, Rachael prepares a beef tenderloin with red wine reduction. She starts by seasoning the tenderloin with salt, pepper, and rosemary, then sears it in a hot pan. After finishing the beef in the oven, Rachael uses the same pan to make a fragrant sauce by deglazing with red wine and beef broth. The sauce is thickened with a bit of corn starch and served over the sliced tenderloin.

On the side, Rachael whips up a quick and easy salad featuring blood oranges, fennel, and arugula. Tossed with a simple vinaigrette, this salad is the perfect complement to the rich flavors of the beef and shrimp.

Finally, for dessert, Rachael makes a chocolate truffle tart. She starts by making a simple crust out of crushed chocolate shortbread cookies and melted butter. After baking the crust, she fills it with a decadent mixture of melted chocolate, heavy cream, and butter. The tart is chilled until set, then garnished with fresh raspberries.

Throughout the episode, Rachael shares tips for making the meal come together quickly and effortlessly, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your special evening with a loved one. With its impressive menu and simple techniques, this episode of 30 Minute Meals is sure to inspire you to create a romantic dinner in no time.