Find your meat-mate this Valentine’s!

Romantic or Risk Taker? Try our beefy personality quiz, with recipes and more

Believe it or not, beef has personality! Take a filet mignon, for example, doesn’t it just sound so romantic? Or the prime rib – sounds like it holds itself to high esteem! The truth is, all foods have meaning, and here at Canada Beef we feel there is something about beef that makes a meal so satisfying and special! So, why not show those special to you that you are “raising the steaks” this Valentine’s Day with one of our simply delicious or totally sophisticated beef recipes that are sure to impress!

And hey, why not have some fun and take our quiz to reveal your Valentine’s beef personality?

You like to challenge yourself in life, go above and beyond, and it’s no different for you with love. If you are looking to impress your sweetheart this Valentine’s, we have some great recipes for you. In the kitchen you are likely a bit of a risk-taker, so why not experiment with some new cooking methods and flavours.

For those romantics who wouldn’t mind standing out in the cold to make a fabulous meal for your love, try the Cedar-Planked Steak with Charred Garden Salsa.  Cooking steak on a cedar plank imparts an interesting wood-smoke flavour that is tantalizing to the taste buds!

If you are risky with new flavours (and don’t want to be outside in the cold), try the Espresso-Glazed Roast Beef with Rich Balsamic Gravy. The coffee really enhances the rich beef flavour!

You are not the average couple. You likely look for new adventures and enjoy experiencing different cultures. You may even be a bit daring, which makes these spicy recipes a great fit for you!

Tandoori Marinating Steak with Roasted Curried Cauliflower, is an exotic recipe, inspired by the flavours of India and South Asia.

You may not have booked a flight, but with a taste of this delicious Coconut Beef Curry, you will feel like you’ve arrived in Thailand!

For those who will be out on adventures on the town all day, we have a quick-cooking but sure to please Bourbon Peppercorn Beef Steak recipe!

So why not give one of these recipes a try and get your partner in crime excited about these unique flavours!

You don’t want to compromise on flavour and like your relationships, you are all about the quality. Whether you’re looking to impress a first date or your long-term love, these recipes are full of rich and complex flavours that will raise the bar this Valentine’s!

Those of you who like to share red wine with dinner should try your hand at this Beef Tenderloin Medallions with Classic Red Wine Sauce. The tenderloin, as indicated by it’s name, is an extremely tender cut, and will offer the great quality you look for in a meal!

If you are busy around the house trying to get other things done for your date, try the Thick-Crusted Garlic Beef Prime Rib. This recipe has little hands on time. Just pop in the oven and leave it until it’s done! As a premium oven roast, this cut is luxury priced but delivers a tender and flavourful eating experience.

If you like more earthy flavours, why not try the Strip Loin Roast Beef with Rosemary Wild Mushroom Sauce. It’s great for entertaining because it needs little preparation and has delicious results.

For those gung-ho Valentine’s goers who love going all out with the theme, we have some excellent beef & chocolate recipes to give you the best of both worlds! We suspect you might have a sweet tooth and like to indulge in the finer things in life! These unique flavour combinations are sure to impress you and your date. Not to mention, it will be a nice prelude to a chocolate dessert.

Chocolate, spice and everything nice. The Braised Beef Short Ribs Molé comes with some Spanish flare and offers tender ribs in a rich espresso flavoured molé sauce with chocolate undertones!

If you are looking for a more casual meal or perhaps have a family to feed this evening, the Chunky Beef Chili made with cocoa is a great option. It’s simple, fairly quick, and kid friendly!

You are easy-going and just want to spend time with the ones you love. You likely haven’t made big plans for Valentine’s other than to hangout and cook dinner together. So we have some easy to make traditional dishes for you that are sure to impress, without being too pretentious!

The simply delicious Charred Beef Steak and Veggies with Orzo Pasta, pairs perfectly with a glass of wine while curling up on the couch for a movie!

 The Slow Cooker Marvellous Mushroom Pot Roast is another great dish for a cozy night in on a cold romantic night!

You like to share the love and value your family and friends! You have likely planned a small get together or party with the ones who mean the most to you. So we have some great recipes for sharing – and they taste great too! After all, we know you want to cook something nice and show your loved ones how much you care!

The Beef Steak Dippables are perfect for sharing and are a really fun treat for kids. The Canadiana and Bombay dipping sauces make for some fun eating similar to fondue. So gather round the table and get ready to share some beef and laughs!

If you are looking to dine in style, try our Glazed Beef Kabobs with Easy Asian Eggplant. The beautiful colours and rich flavours of this dish make it a crowd pleaser!

If you have some things to get done before the party gets started, the Rich Beef Ragu Sauce served with Spaghetti is a great option for the slow-cooker. Something about this dish just shouts “I’m home.”

So get cozy with your family or friends, relax and enjoy!