Even if Valentine's Day really isn't your thing, there's no reason to sit inside and sulk on Feb. 14. Use this day as an excuse to gather your girlfriends, drink a little too much, and indulge in a carb overload! Binge on some Netflix guilty pleasures and munch on the richest, messiest, most unromantic foods you can think of, because, well, who cares if you have a food baby?
Pop Rocks Margarita
Let the party begin with something sizzling: a Pop Rocks margarita [1]. The rim and the cocktail both contain the snapping sugar.
Old Fashioned
For those who may need to take the edge off quicker, we recommend a whiskey-based drink like an old fashioned [2]. Who cares if you get a little too buzzed? It'll make the night all the more fun.
Cheese Ball
It may be scientifically proven that a cheese ball [3] makes you happier. Just be sure to pick up enough crackers to lay it on this mound of glory.
Garlic Bread
We welcome all things garlicky at an anti-Valentine's Day party. Eat as much garlic bread [4] as you want, and don't even think twice about it.
Shredded Brussels Sprouts, Kale, and Kumquat Salad
To counter all the carb-y goodness of this menu, enjoy this cruciferous shredded brussels sprouts salad [5] with kumquats and dried cranberries. Greens are sexy.
Caramelized Garlic and Parmesan Pasta
Nosh on an incredibly garlicky dish like caramelized garlic and parmesan pasta [6]. It'll be the best Valentine's Day experience you've ever had.
Lamb With Pesto
There's something downright powerful about chewing meat off the bone. Get your fingers dirty with pesto-topped lamb chops [7].
Chocolate-Covered Bacon
Heartbreaks stand no chance up against chocolate-covered bacon [8]. It's a guaranteed smile-inducer.
Cake-Mix Cookies
It's anti-Valentine's Day, and you don't have to slave in the kitchen to satisfy your sweet tooth. Bake up something that tastes of your childhood, like these yellow cake-mix cookies [9].
Slutty Brownies
Take things a step further with slutty brownies [10], with layers of Funfetti, Oreo, and fudgy brownies.