Make ahead recipes are a wonderful way to let you enjoy entertaining too. For Valentine's Day, some special make ahead recipes are in order. The little quiches can be frozen or refrigerated, then reheated before serving. And the Ham Manicotti stretches one to two cups of ham to serve six people.

The only thing you have to do is pop quiches in the oven to rewarm, then place the manicotti casserole in the oven while you're eating the appetizers.

Put everything on the table, light the candles, and dig in!

Make Ahead Valentine's Dinner Menu

• Mini Quiches
  These little quiches can be filled with anything you'd like. Omit the mushrooms and add a bit more cheese; use crumbled cooked bacon instead, or add some tiny shrimp for a splurge.
• Ham Stuffed Manicotti
  This rich and elegant dish is so gorgeous and delicious. You can substitute cubed cooked chicken or ground beef for the ham if you'd like.
• Carrot Pineapple Freeze
  This delicious frozen salad has the most beautiful color, and its texture is like a frozen gelato. And it's full of vitamins C and A.
• Mixed Greens and Pea Salad
  Assemble this salad ahead of time and cover to chill. Then make the dressing and chill that. Toss the two together just before serving.
• Strawberry Mint Dessert
  And finally, this gorgeous dessert is refreshing and colorful; the perfect festive end to Valentine's Day. And it's pink!