Are you thinking of ways to make your partner feel special this Valentine’s Day? One of the best ways to do that is by cooking a delicious meal together.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner cook, there are plenty of recipe ideas to make that will impress your significant other.

Here are a few Valentine's Day recipe ideas to get you started:

1. Grilled Potato salad

Ingredients:

• 4 medium sized potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped chives
• 2 tablespoons mustard
• 2 tablespoons red wine /vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl/stainless steel tasla, toss the potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat a stainless steel frypan over medium-high heat. Add the potatoes and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown and tender.
3. Remove the potatoes from the frypan and transfer them to a large bowl.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the garlic, parsley, chives, mustard, red wine/ vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
5. Pour the dressing over the potatoes and toss to combine.
6. Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
7. Serve warm or at room temperature.

If you don’t have a skillet, stainless steel frypans/ tawa are a great substitute for making grilled potatoes.

2. Mediterranean Pasta

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of pasta (your choice of shape)
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup of sliced mushrooms (optional)
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp of olive oil
• 1 tsp of dried oregano
• 1 tsp of dried basil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup of cheese, crumbled

Instructions:

1. In a stainless steel kadai or large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add diced onions and sauté until they are translucent.
3. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
4. Add the diced bell peppers and sliced mushrooms, sauté for 3-4 minutes.
5. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, dried oregano and dried basil. Stir well.
6. Add the pasta and enough water to cover the pasta. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the kadai with a lid.
7. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the pasta is cooked to your desired level of doneness.
8. Season with salt and pepper, as desired.
9. Sprinkle crumbled cheese on top and serve hot

We would suggest  using a stainless steel kadai since they are durable and long-lasting, resistant to rust and corrosion, easy to clean, and have a sleek and modern appearance.

3. Risotto

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of Rice
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup of diced mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers, mushrooms, zucchinis etc.)
• 1/2 cup of white wine (optional)
• 3 cups of vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp. of olive oil
• 1/4 cup of grated cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley or basil for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a steel pressure cooker, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add diced onions and sauté until they are translucent.
3. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
4. Add the diced mixed vegetables and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
5. Add the Arborio rice and stir for 1-2 minutes until the rice is well coated with oil and vegetables.
6. Add 1/2 cup of white wine (if using) and stir until it is fully absorbed.
7. Add 3 cups of vegetable broth, salt and pepper to taste. Stir well.
8. Close the lid of the pressure cooker, and turn the heat to high. Cook for 2 whistles.
9. Once the pressure releases, open the lid and stir in grated cheese.
10. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or basil before serving

Here, we used the Avias stainless steel pressure cooker as it is versatile and food-safe. 

4. Chocolate Lava Cake

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. In a stainless steel mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar. Mix well.
2. Add in the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until everything is well combined.
3. Fold in the chocolate chips.
4. Grease the inside of two small ramekins with butter or oil.
5. Pour the batter into the cupcake tins, filling them about 3/4 of the way full.
6. Place a stand inside the pressure cooker and add about 1 cup of water.
7. Place the cupcake tins on the stand, making sure they are not touching the water.
8. Close the lid of the cooker and cook on high pressure for about 8-10 minutes.
9. Once the cooking time is up, let the pressure release naturally for about 5 minutes.
10. Carefully remove the cupcake tins from the pressure cooker and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
11. Once cooled, turn the cupcake tins upside down on a plate to release the lava cake.

Optional: You can serve the lava cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for extra flavor.

Finally, enjoy your delicious and decadent chocolate lava cake made in the pressure cooker, perfect for Valentine's Day dessert.

No matter what recipe you choose, the most important thing is that you spend some quality time with your partner. Cooking a meal together is a great way to bond and make some lasting memories just like you can make lasting memories with stainless steel cookware as they are durable and last for a long time. 

You can check out a wide range of premium quality kitchenware and Triply cookware from Avias World as they are made with the highest quality food grade stainless steel. They are also induction friendly and compatible on all cooktops.