The secret to the chocolate brownie of your dreams? Take the chocolate out.

We want to lighten things up, but we still need something warming and a bit hearty to keep us going after a long day -- enter two wintry vegan comfort foods.

If you'll be alone this Valentine's day but you'd still like to treat yourself to something special, we've got you covered with a French-inspired meal for one. Stir up a cocktail, tear open a good loaf of bread, and end everything with a healthy slice of chocolate cake. 

The steaks are nigh and the stakes are high. This week, take the pressure off by preparing a steakhouse-worthy meal at home.