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{Romantic Dinner for Two}



Nothing like avoiding the hustle and bustle of the outside world and just enjoying a dinner for two at home outside with God's beauty for a special Valentine's dinner. 


 



 Nothing fancy or elaborate but a table for TWO is always romantic! 

I started us out with a simple appetizer than my man loves...stuffed mushrooms. I went with a two-cheese and garlic stuffing and needless to say...I AM SO GLAD I DID NOT FIX ANYMORE THAN THIS! YUM!


 Next came a simple salad made up romaine, carrots, celery, black olives and dressing.






Awe, then the main course...Chicken Alfredo over spaghetti squash noodles. YES, I do want you to have my recipe...You will love me for it later!

 And this bread in which my man loved.






 Nothing like ending the meal with chocolate covered strawberries. 

 A nice ending to a romantic dinner was followed by a little outside fire...

 With candles burning....





Yep...it surely suited us for a romantic dinner for two.





I will do a post with the recipe for the Chicken Alfredo with the spaghetti squash noodles soon. My new favorite is squash noodles!

Happy Valentine's Day Dear Friends.

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Hugs and blessings, Cindy 

P.S. Thanks to so many that has wished me well wishes. I am doing MUCH better. I had a few setbacks from some side effects that I was having from medication but hopefully with the adjustment that has been made things will be looking up. God has been so merciful to me! 

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  1. BonnieFebruary 14, 2017 at 1:39 PM

    WOW, Cindy! You did it up nicely! Bet your husband counts his blessings! We've been enjoying our fire pit too.

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  2. Pam RichardsonFebruary 14, 2017 at 2:29 PM

    Cindy, what a beautiful setting and your dinner sounds so yummy! Can't wait for that recipe. Happy Valentine's Day, my sweet friend!

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  3. BenitaFebruary 14, 2017 at 3:12 PM

    Happy Valentine's Day! Love your table setting and your menu looks delicious! Looking forward to that recipe!!

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  4. Saleslady371February 14, 2017 at 3:54 PM

    I like home cooked Valentine dinners too. Your photos of the outdoors add a special touch! I'm making lasagna for us tonight to eat by candlelight too! Happy Valentine's Day, Cindy. Hope you're feeling better.

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  5. LindaFebruary 14, 2017 at 4:31 PM

    Oh wow, Cindy...very nice...a very Happy Valentines Day to you and your hubby. No celebrating here, my husband is down with a severe case of the flu...sigh...

    I am glad to know you are feeling better. smiles

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  6. Visits With MaryFebruary 14, 2017 at 5:06 PM

    awwww...love was in the air!! Very romantic..Happy Valentine's Day!!

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    1. Creations By CindyFebruary 14, 2017 at 6:07 PM

      Thank you miss Mary . After nearly 40 years I told him love had to stay in the air too ! Ha!

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  7. Pamela M. SteinerFebruary 14, 2017 at 5:25 PM

    What a lovely dinner for two! Such a great idea and setting and menu! So glad to hear you are better. Praying for renewed strength.
    happy Valentine's Day!!

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  8. Jemma@athomewithjemmaFebruary 14, 2017 at 5:44 PM

    I am so happy to hear that you are feeling better!
    You sure do know how to make your family feel loved, pampered and cared for-that man of yours is one blessed husband!
    Sending you Valentine wishes!
    Blessings and hugs,
    Jemma

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  9. Debbie HarrisFebruary 14, 2017 at 8:11 PM

    Beautiful and quite romantic in deed! Your meal looked delicious.
    Praying you will soon be back to yourself again.

    Love and Hugs ♡

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2017 at 8:59 PM

    Happy Valentine's Day! This looks so nice. This is MY kind of celebration, too! We had taco salad and strawberry cheesecake ice cream...but it was a table for 6, ha, ha.

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    1. Creations By CindyFebruary 14, 2017 at 9:03 PM

      Thanks girl . Nothing wrong with a table for 6 honey . I remember those days and miss them .❤

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  11. NanaDianaFebruary 14, 2017 at 9:50 PM

    Wow- That looks REALLY REALLY great, Cindy. Yum. I will look forward to hat recipe. I love alfredo--it's my favorite! xo Diana

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    1. Creations By CindyFebruary 14, 2017 at 9:52 PM

      Thanks Diana . I like it a lot too . I even found a tad of a healthier way to make the sauce and honestly , it was good.

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  12. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasFebruary 15, 2017 at 1:54 AM

    Cindy,
    What a beautiful post for Valentine's Day!! I read your previous post and I am so sorry to hear about your mini stroke. Sending prayers your way for good health!!
    Thanks so much for stopping by!!
    Hugs,
    Deb

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    1. Creations By CindyFebruary 15, 2017 at 7:05 AM

      Thanks Deb . I've got to hop over and see what you've created today❤

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  13. Breathing In GraceFebruary 15, 2017 at 3:33 AM

    Mr. Marty is a blessed man... and so are you. So very glad that you're doing better. PLEASE take care of yourself my sweet Friend. God surely is merciful!

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  14. Celestina MarieFebruary 15, 2017 at 8:09 AM

    Dear Cindy, what a beautiful dinner for two outside. Your meal was fabulous and everything looks so delicious. Being at home for a romantic Valentine's dinner is the perfect way to celebrate. Loved your setting.
    I have been celebrating 10 years of blogging my last two posts. This week is a giveaway and I invite you to stop by and enter if you'd like.
    Bless for a beautiful rest of the week. xo

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    1. Creations By CindyFebruary 15, 2017 at 8:20 AM

      Dear Celestina, thanks so much for stopping by to visit. I am headed your way!

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  15. AnonymousFebruary 15, 2017 at 8:38 AM

    Your dinner for two is making me hungry and it's too early to eat Chicken Alfredo. LOL! I had my first ever squash spaghetti noodles a few months ago and I honestly like it better than regular spaghetti noodles. The texture seems much lighter and oh my goodness much healthier. Glad you a feeling better. DO WHAT YOUR DOCTOR SAYS!
    Connie Royals

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    1. Creations By CindyFebruary 15, 2017 at 9:05 AM

      Connie, this was my first time with the squash noodles and yes, very good and much healthier. I like different types of pasta for sure though. I am trying to be a good patient. LOL!

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  16. AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNaFebruary 15, 2017 at 12:48 PM

    How sweet! I love the menu and the chicken alfredo over the squash noodles sounds so delicious!! Can't wait to try it. I am jealous that you could sit outside and have a fire!

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    1. Creations By CindyFebruary 15, 2017 at 1:15 PM

      That is one of the many perks sweet friend for living in the country.

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  17. DiannaFebruary 15, 2017 at 1:44 PM

    So wonderful to see a post up from you dear Cindy! I so agree about shutting out the hustle and bustle of the world and just having a quiet romantic evening for two as you did for your hubby last evening. And to have beautiful weather that you could do it outside just makes it all the better...especially with the fire and candles! We had our dinner at home last evening also. :-)

    Thank you for stopping by today and leaving a comment at the blog. It warmed my heart to see that you were by. I'm praying for you and hope that the adjustments in the medication will be what you need so you can feel more like yourself again. Slowing down a bit may help? :-)

    Hugs to you, Girlfriend,
    Dianna

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    1. Creations By CindyFebruary 15, 2017 at 2:05 PM

      Awe Dianna, you are so sweet. So glad you had a quiet evening at home as well. YEP, slowing down a lot....LOL! Let's just hope I don't get too slow.

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  18. Lady of the ManorFebruary 15, 2017 at 3:46 PM

    Your Valentine meal looked delicious AND romantic! We were invited over to our daughter's and SIL's last night so will be having our Valentine dinner tomorrow night. I think we'll have it outside, as well, since the weather here in MO is unseasonably warm. We've started eating more spaghetti squash, too, (J needs to watch his carbs now) and we're actually having it with my homemade marinara tonight! I'll be interested in your Alfredo sauce recipe. I'm so glad to hear you're starting to feel better. Good luck with the meds. You're in my prayers, Sweet Cindy!!

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  19. Linda @ Life and LindaFebruary 15, 2017 at 3:55 PM

    What a fun and romantic dinner Cindy. Love the setting, menu and dessert. You have covered all of the bases.

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  20. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenFebruary 15, 2017 at 6:45 PM

    What a perfect, romantic dinner for you two lovebirds! The menu was fabulous and I look forward to the recipe.
    I'm glad you're feeling better, Cindy, and hopefully everything will be under control soon. Love and God bless you.

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  21. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenFebruary 15, 2017 at 6:45 PM

    What a perfect, romantic dinner for you two lovebirds! The menu was fabulous and I look forward to the recipe.
    I'm glad you're feeling better, Cindy, and hopefully everything will be under control soon. Love and God bless you.

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  22. Karen@Southern Gal Meets MidwestFebruary 16, 2017 at 7:07 AM

    Love that tablescape Cindy, and all that delicious food! Looks like y'all had a wonderful time together. Looking forward to your recipe for the squash noodles ☺

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  23. Wendi@H2OBungalowFebruary 17, 2017 at 11:33 AM

    Looks like you had a fabulous dinner for two, followed by some sweet time cuddled by the fire. Good for you! Those mushrooms looked divine! XO-Wendi@H2OBungalow

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  24. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2017 at 2:14 PM

    Well my talented friend has outdone herself again. Everything looks so pretty and so good. You always have the best ideas. I am so glad you are feeling better. Hope your new meds will do the trick. Sorry you had to miss your trip.

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    1. Creations By CindyFebruary 17, 2017 at 2:40 PM

      Thanks so much. The dosage change on medication has helped. The trip just wasn't in the plan this time. God sees the big picture and all we see is what is right in front of us. So glad He is in control and not me!

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  25. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2017 at 8:53 PM

    Hi Cindy! Oh, isn't it romantic? :) You're eating outside and your tiny toes are hanging out! We're covered up in about 15I of snow! Love your meal - it all looks so yummy. Thanks for popping in to see me.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  26. SusanFebruary 18, 2017 at 4:22 AM

    Hi Cindy, glad you are feeling better. Your Valentine dinner was great! I would like the recipe to the stuffed mushrooms too please. Happy Birthday too!

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    1. Creations By CindyFebruary 18, 2017 at 9:25 AM

      I hope to oust the recipes soon . Thanks Susan for coming by .

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  27. LindaFebruary 18, 2017 at 2:46 PM

    Cindy, how beautiful and romantic! Your photos are exquisite! I love the ambiance and everything in this meal looks delectable! Thank you so much for sharing this heartwarming post. :)

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  28. Mary K.February 18, 2017 at 6:56 PM

    Cindy I am so happy to hear that you are doing well. As for that romantic dinner, wow you went all out and to have it outdoors is even more romantic. I will be waiting for that recipe for the alfredo!!

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  29. MelanieFebruary 19, 2017 at 8:57 AM

    Such a pretty romantic table and time with just the two of you. Your menu sounds wonderful. I like the idea of the alfredo with spaghetti squash. I'm glad you are feeling better. Take care.

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Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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