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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    Lemon Sponge Pudding

    You'll want to pucker up and kiss the cook once you try this comforting pudding bursting with fresh lemon flavor!...


    Spicy Tomato Cooler

    The blend of flavors in this recipe creates a very refreshing drink. I often serve it for breakfast, but in...


    Cheesy Chive Omelet

    Fuel up for the day with eggs for breakfast. When you want a change, try the other omelet ideas at...


    Summer Squash Side Dish Casserole

    My daughter-in-law created this healthy yellow squash recipe and shared it with me. I was delighted since my husband and...


    Pork Tenderloin Stir-Fry

    A flavorful stir-fry doesn't have to feed an army, as this delicious serves-two version proves. From Aylmer, Ontario, Shelly McCallum...


    Alfredo Shrimp Shells

    Premade Alfredo sauce streamlines the preparation of the tasty stuffed shells. They're filled with shrimp, mushrooms and green onion. Serve...


    Nutty Chicken Fingers

    Please both your adult palate and your inner kid with homemade chicken strips. A crunchy pecan coating makes them stand...


    Cranberry Cooler

    I am a retired assistant luncheon manager for an elementary school. In addition to serving lunches, we were often called...

    Tater Tot Taco Salad

    "Since I love potatoes and my husband and I both enjoy the flavor of tacos, this fun dish is a...


    Spiced Apricots

    "I've been cooking for big gatherings for years...and now that I'm widowed, it's hard to cook for just one or...


    Macaroni Egg Salad

    Embrace the joy of quick cooking with our Macaroni Egg Salad—a comforting, classic favorite you can whip up in just...


    Baked Scalloped Potatoes

    After our two children became adults and left home, I continued to cook meals as usual. Soon we became tired...


    Fast Scalloped Potatoes

    These quick scalloped potatoes are mildly cheesy, creamy and comforting—just like Mom used to make—only less of them! —Edith Jennings,...


    Pot Roast for Two

    "A satisfying pot roast dinner doesn't have to feed an army, as this recipe proves," says Judy Armstrong (at left...


    Apricot-Glazed Shrimp

    "My husband has always been a beef and pork man, but after 53 years, I've finally gotten him to eat...


    Green Beans with Red Peppers

    "Balsamic vinegar adds zing to these colorful sauteed veggies that cook in a flash," says Chris Kallies of Oldsmar, Florida....


    Cream of Potato Soup

    When nights turn chilly, fire up the stove to make a cozy cream of potato soup recipe. Enjoy the smooth,...

    Ginger Pork Chops

    A pleasant combination of honey, soy sauce and ginger glazes these tender pork chops and makes them seem special. Serve...


    No-Fuss Rice Pudding

    "This quick rice pudding is yummy and so easy to make!" says Sheila Wilde of Welling, Alberta. She uses her...


    Cinnamon Pancake Cubes

    "When I was young, my mother introduced our family to this delicious way to use up leftover buttermilk pancakes," says...


    Fried Cod

    Fridays aren't fasting days anymore, but fried cod fish is still a great way to kick off the weekend. This...


    Oatmeal Pancakes for Two

    "This recipe yields just a short stack of oat pancakes that's perfect for one or two," reports Florence Groves of...


    Chili For Two

    Chili will always be a crowdpleaser at family get togethers and holiday events, but this version is for...

    Chive Mushroom Soup

    I try to serve this rich, savory soup at least once a month during our cold winters. It's quick to...


    Pork Chops with Rhubarb

    A surprising rhubarb sauce makes these tender chops extra special. I like this fruity sauce on the tangy side, but...


    Baked Apple Pancake

    When we decided to change our restaurant's menu to focus on breakfast all day, we came up with this delicious...


    Apricot-Glaze Chicken

    My husband knows what's on the supper menu when our boys are driving home from Abilene Christian University in Texas....


    Corn Rice Medley

    Adding colorful vegetables to rice is a simple way to dress it up. This is a versatile side dish for...


    Raisin Bagel Stackers

    "This stacked sandwich began by accident when I ran out of bread and replaced it with a bagel," admits Cynthia...