Cooking for Two

Don’t get stuck with days of leftovers! These cooking for two dinners, sides and more will satifsy without filling your fridge.

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    Spicy Turkey Lettuce Wraps

    My go-to meal after an evening run is this satisfying turkey wrap with jicama, a potato-like root veggie used in...


    Open-Faced Egg Sandwiches

    I always experiment with different herbs on my eggs, since I eat them every morning. This one became one of...


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    Spinach-Mushroom Scrambled Eggs

    Cheesy spinach-mushroom scrambled eggs taste like restaurant brunch, but the dish comes together in less time than it takes to...


    Turkey & Swiss Quesadillas

    My favorite sandwich is turkey with avocado, so I created this healthy quesadilla with ingredients I often have in the...


    Cream Cheese Omelet

    This simple cream cheese omelet recipe creates soft, fluffy egg layers and a warm, luxuriant filling.


    Sausage Spinach Salad

    Want a fast way to turn a salad into a hearty meal? Add sausage. The mustard dressing also goes well...


    Mediterranean Omelet

    This fluffy omelet gives us reason to get a move on for breakfast. For a bit of extra flair, add...


    Full Garden Frittata

    I was cooking for a health-conscious friend and wanted to serve a frittata. To brighten it up, I added leftover...

    French Vanilla Mocha

    My husband and I have spent hours trying to create coffeehouse drinks. This is the closest we've come. You can...


    Creamy Berry Smoothies

    Who can tell that this delicious smoothie is made with tofu? No one (especially your kids)! The blend of berries...


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    Pork Chops with Mushroom Bourbon Sauce

    The golden crusted pork chops are accompanied with a rich mushroom sauce. This scrumptious entree is loved by my family...


    Coffee with Cinnamon and Cloves

    A quick-and-easy, fall-flavored coffee made with instant granules. What's not to love about this special beverage? —Jill Garn, Charlotte, Michigan


    Warm Pineapple Sundaes with Rum Sauce

    Pineapple, rum and sugar have a longstanding and flavorful relationship that takes on new meaning when you add ginger and...


    Spanish Omelet

    Wake up your taste buds with the yummy flavors of warm refried beans, salsa and shredded cheese in 15 minutes...


    Salmon Bean Wraps

    Here’s a healthy wrap low in saturated fat and full of the wonderful nutrients in
    avocado, black beans and...


    Seared Scallops with Citrus Herb Sauce

    Be sure to pat the scallops with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. This helps create that perfectly...


    Baked Apple Surprise

    This sweet-savory recipe is a favorite. Use Brie instead of blue cheese if you like things creamier. My tip? Bake...

    Couscous & Sausage-Stuffed Acorn Squash

    If you have a tiny apartment, zero counter space and only two people to feed, hefty meals are out. This...


    Blackened Pork Caesar Salad

    When I cook, the goal is to have enough leftovers for lunch the next day. This Caesar with pork has...


    Filet Mignon in Puff Pastry

    I just love to have a nice, quiet, romantic Valentine's Day dinner at home with my wonderful husband. This is...


    1-2-3 Grilled Salmon for Two

    I love salmon, but my husband doesn't. So I combined flavors I knew he liked to create this recipe, and...


    Watermelon-Blueberry Salad

    People love the unique combination of flavors in the dressing that tops the fresh fruit in this salad. It's so...


    Bacon-Wrapped Filets with Scotched Mushrooms

    I got the idea for bacon-wrapped filet mignon when I saw some on sale in the grocery store. The rest...

    Merlot Filet Mignon

    Although this is such a simple recipe, you can feel confident serving it to any guests. The rich sauce adds...


    Feta Frittata

    Chopped tomatoes and feta cheese come together to make this frittata extra special. It's perfect for a lazy Sunday or...


    Tomato & Avocado Sandwiches

    I'm a vegetarian, and this is a tasty, quick and healthy lunch I could eat for every meal. At my...


    Hearty Asian Lettuce Salad

    This meatless version of your favorite restaurant salad packs 13 grams of protein per serving and is bursting with juicy...


    Manmosa

    Here’s a guy-friendly adaptation of the sweet and fruity mimosa. This combo of OJ and beer is a tasty kick-off...


    Amber’s Sourdough Stuffing

    All my kids and grandkids absolutely love this sourdough stuffing, but especially my daughter-in-law Amber. I usually make a big...