50/50 Fondue
This is a much better alternative to the crowded restaurant scene on Valentine’s Day. Make a big pot of bubbling cheese and pair with your favorite sides like bread, pickles, and potatoes. Make sure you prep the Lactaid in advance.

Thai Grilled Chicken Salad
Spice levels are not for the faint of heart on this one. While the Thai chilies can be left out of the dressing, nothing beats a cold, dreary day like this Thai Chicken Salad.

Biscoff®️ Cookie Butter Flan
A sweet and salty dessert that is perfect for crowds! It can be made well in advance of a dinner party. Plus, you can substitute with Nutella if you cannot find Biscoff Cookie Butter.

Mussels in Chipotle Cream
Mussels in white wine cream sauce but make it Mexican. All praise goes to Chef Gabriela Camera for her lovely, simple interpretation of a delicious seafood dinner.

Pho-Spiced Candied Jalapeños
I decided to make a batch of candied jalapeños that are spiced with pho flavors. Be careful, these are extremely addictive. These would be fabulous served with a chicken liver pâté or a hot spinach artichoke dip.