If there’s anyone we trust to curate a romantic meal, it’s our girl Ina.

(Ina even dedicated her 10th cookbook,Cooking for Jeffrey, to his favorite recipes!)

“Panko-Crusted Rack of Lamb is absolutely delicious and so easy to prepare on a weeknight.”

a photo of Ina Garten

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They cook up into a tender, yet crisp, side in just 15 minutes.

When the potatoes are tender, use a food mill to finely process them into a large saucepan.

Then add cold cubes of butter to the potatoes, whisking after every addition so everything is perfectly incorporated.

With all the butter added, slowly add in hot milk and whisk until they reach your perfect consistency.

Add salt, pepper and lemon zest, and you’re good to go.

The good news is that you’ve got the option to make it a day in advance.

First, melt bittersweet and milk chocolate with freshly brewed coffee in a bowl over simmering water.

Pour the mixture into your serving dish and let it cool in the fridge overnightthen serve with whipped cream.