Let's face it-- on Monday, every restaurant from here to there, and everywhere in-between will be packed with couples celebrating Valentines Day. Try something different this year, and stay in! Now, this doesn't mean staying in and doing the same-old, same old, it's staying in, and creating a romantic wonderland for you and your sweetie.
Cook her (or him!) a lovely meal; try something new, or your significant other's favorite. Get a bottle of wine, buy some flowers, light some candles, eat some chocolate... it can be wonderful! And much cheaper, if you do it the right way!
We have a wonderful molten lava cake for you to try, if you need ideas. It is "restaurant good"-- possibly better! Surprise your darling for a dessert at home, instead of at the restaurant, even if you do go out! Seriously-- it's that good. Let us know how you like it, if you try it!
4 ounces unsalted butter
1 bar (4 ounces) Ghirardelli 60% cocoa Bittersweet baking bar
2 whole eggs
2 egg yolk
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon cake flour
1. Melt butter and chocolate in double boiler
2. Whip eggs, yolks, sugar and vanilla with a mixer for about 10 minutes on high speed
3. Fold melted chocolate and butter into egg mixture
4. Fold in flour until just combined
5. Butter and sugar 4- 6oz ramekins, then spoon mixture into ramekins
6. Bake at 450 degrees for about 9-10 minutes. The center will be quite soft but the top and sides will be set
7. Let sit out of the oven for about 5 minutes, then unmold onto a plate.
8. Serve with a few raspberries and a dollop of whipped cream.
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