40 best birthday dinner ideas 2022

This orzo baked with tomato and fresh basil is parmesan heaven. It’s a bit like a pasta dish with impostor syndrome. Or the imp-pasta syndrome! I am sorry.

Get the recipe from How Sweet Eats.

I mean, the vodka is already going to be on the counter for this recipe so you’ve already had a party. (The toasted rosemary breadcrumbs really are the icing on the proverbial cake/pasta here.)

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Prosecco marshmallows are apparently very important, and TBH is the kind of celebratory dessert the world has been patiently waiting for. Marshmallows with a touch of fizz? Count on me.

Get the recipe from Rosalynn Daniels.

One bite of this pocket square and you have a taste of asparagus/prosciutto/smoked gouda delights. If you need to undo the top button of your jeans, now is the time.

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There must be a scientific reason why a pinch of salt on chocolate chip cookies improves your mood and dessert. Can we do a study on that?

Get the recipe for Cravings by Chrissy Teigen.

This summer drink is the perfect pre-dinner treat. Mint leaves go the extra mile and give these casual cocktails an extra fancy feel.

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Has anyone asked for the most awesome appetizer ever? (You were wrong, it’s actually just puff pastry from the good old freezer section.)

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This enchilada dish leaves plenty of room for versatility and ingredient swapping (as long as you save the avocado, let’s be honest, it’s a staple). However you serve it, it’s a hit.

Get the recipe from Joy the Baker.

A taste of it and you will understand the meaning of the name. Something about this creamy chicken TikTok recipe inspires lifelong engagement in diners everywhere.

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It’s the ultimate refreshing cocktail to top off just about any outdoor meal. The fresh cucumber-lime-cilantro combo goes down as easily as seltzer water.

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This pie checks everything of your pizza boxes, with high marks for crispy, cheesy and gooey edges. Throw it in the oven as soon as possible.

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The curry and basil flavors here are next level, and the whole dish comes together in just 20 minutes. This is how all dinner recipes should be.

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Chocolate and PB is such a tried and tested combo. Bake a batch and serve them instead of a classic birthday cake (your guests won’t mind).

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These easy to make cake pops only see complicated. The recipe calls for a boxed cake mix, and they come together without any hassle.

Get the recipe from Preppy Kitchen.

Gnocchi with that sweet potato twist add a layer of flavor that will blow your mind and taste buds.

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Looking for something sophisticated to serve on your special day? This classic French dish will do the trick.

Get the recipe for Mon Petit Four.

I’m a firm believer that cornbread dressing should be a year-round thing, not just a treat reserved for Turkey Day. If you agree, then this recipe is the tasty dinner you’ve been waiting for all year.

Get the recipe from chef Will Coleman.

This fresh Italian meal is beyond delicious. Who knew peas and pasta were a dream pairing?

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The crispy salmon is sure to be a crowd favourite. Plus, paired with fingerling potatoes? Good luck getting your guests out of your apartment at the end of the evening.

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No meat, no problem. This traditional Indian recipe of spiced rice and vegetables could serve as a side dish, but honestly, it’s hearty enough to take center stage.

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Here’s how to properly elevate your classic burger. Preparing them with your crew is the ultimate outdoor dining activity.

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This remixed lasagna recipe is one you’ll want to save long after your special dinner, that’s for sure.

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Mouth watering already? No, just me? This recipe is ridiculously easy to make, with obviously delicious results (not to mention it looks awesome fahcy).

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Substitute Arborio rice for traditional spaghetti and you’ve got a new-age carb blend that’s an absolute win-win risotto dinner. And yes, those are absolutely crispy pieces of pancetta sprinkled on top.

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Your taco Tuesdays have never looked so good. Spice them up by blackening the fish first, then topping it all off with a coconut, chipotle, and lime vinaigrette.

Obtain the recipe from The Crucible.

You’ve never had a Schnitzel quite like this. And if you’ve never had Schnitzel before, this tasty recipe is the place to start. (Now say it five times faster.)

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Rejoice that this is a meal anyone can dig into and want to cook again and again, regardless of dietary restrictions.

Get the recipe from Minimalist Baker.

A cozy side dish for a chilly fall or spring night. It’s also so colorful that nutritionists around the world would be proud.

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Trust me when I say this dairy-free dish is everything. Cheese or no cheese, this mushroom stroganoff doesn’t skimp on creaminess or indulgence.

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Who could get enough of this true masterpiece of a meal? Nobody, not a single person. It really is the perfect birthday gift.

Get the recipe from The clean modern.

Yes, pumpkin curry is on the menu, and it’s a simple recipe for fall dinners. October birthday queens (I see you, Libras), this one’s for you.

Get the recipe from The Modern Proper.

No, this one doesn’t come from a mug. This is the ~high~ version of ramen noodles, aka the meal of my dreams.

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Run, don’t walk to your kitchen for that crowd pleaser. If you’ve never cooked Filipino food, you’ve been missing out on this chicken staple.

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Stuffed shells are my love tongue, and this cheesy, ricotta-filled recipe calls for fresh lemon zest and spinach (which basically makes it a health food, right?)

Get the recipe from Love and Lemons.

Orecchiette is pretty much the cutest pasta ever, and when paired with sautéed broccoli and sun-dried tomatoes, it’s the ultimate dinner crowd choice.

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Yes indeed, this is a soupy take on a classic comfort food. Double the lot, because you are definitely going back for a few seconds.

Get the recipe from The Chunky Chef.

Michelin-level meals are possible to make at home, and this dish is proof of that, I promise.

Get the recipe from The Kitchen.