THE WAY TO A WRITER: MONA L. WARRICK
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Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday this year. If you plan to go out for
Kim Bayless, 618’s resident foodie, shares her take on an elegant,
dinner, hopefully you’ve already secured reservations at your favorite
tasty dinner that can be prepped and served in under an hour. She
restaurant.
also includes a decadent dessert that can be made ahead, it’s ready
Dinner reservations, for the most romantic of holidays, are often
when you are!
difficult to get. According to the National Restaurant Association,
While it looks impressive, the meal is easy to prepare. Gentlemen,
February 14 is second only to Mother’s Day when it comes to busiest
want to really wow your significant other? Make this delicious meal!
days to dine out. That’s because few things are more romantic than a
There’s no need to be intimidated. A quick stop at the grocery store to
special dinner with your love.
pick up a few fresh ingredients, and you’re ready to cook.
But, why bother making reservations, dressing up, and going out
Bayless shares her homemade Fettuccine Alfredo, make ahead
when you can stay home and create a delicious dinner for two (with
ready-to-ser ve salad, store bought French bread, and for dessert,
leftovers) for around $20? Sometimes staying in is the best idea.
Cocoa Cappuccino mousse. You can always ser ve the pasta with
(618) Hometown Magazine photo/Mona Warrick Alex Aud of Carmi feeds husband Denton a spoon of Kim’s chocolate mousse.
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