Women dream of a man who can cook. With the help of Matt Moore, the author of “Have Her Over for Dinner,” every man can try his hand in the kitchen. Moore shares his recipes for the perfect romantic meal.
Recipe: Antipasti platter (on this page) Recipe: Goat cheese and spinach salad (on this page) Recipe: Pan-seared salmon with Parmesan cream cheese grits and roasted okra (on this page) Recipe: Baked apples (on this page)
On a serving platter, arrange slices of cheese alongside the roasted almonds and olives.
Layer the first four ingredients into a serving bowl or plate. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, kosher salt, and pepper until combined.
Drizzle the dressing over the greens and toss to coat the leaves evenly. Top with goat cheese.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
On a baking sheet, lay out okra in a single layer; drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil and season with kosher salt and pepper, toss to coat.
Place okra on the top rack of the oven and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning on occasion.
Bring 3 ½ cups of water to a boil in a small pot. Slowly add grits, butter, and ½ tablespoon of salt to the water. Stir until the mixture returns to a boil, ensuring an even consistency. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring on occasion until mixture is thick.
Add Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and heavy cream to grits and stir until well combined.
Meanwhile, preheat a cast iron skillet over medium heat and season salmon filets with kosher salt and pepper. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet followed by the salmon filets; cook, undisturbed, for 3 to 4 minutes. Squeeze the juice of ½ lemon over the top the filets; flip.
Cook filets for 2 to 3 more minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 135 degrees F; remove from heat.
Plate a generous portion of grits in the center of the plate, followed by the salmon and okra at either side. Sprinkle with diced red pepper for garnish.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Wash and dry apples, slice in half, remove core and seeds using a spoon or knife.
In a baking dish, carefully arrange apples flesh side up. Sprinkle evenly with brown sugar and cinnamon and top each half with a tablespoon of butter.
Bake until apples are tender and bubbly, about 35-40 minutes.
Remove apples from baking dish and place 2 halves on each serving plate.
Serve alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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