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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    Baked Stuffed Zucchini

    "You don't have to fuss to make a special side dish for tow, as this recipe proves," says Sarah Rodgers...


    Hearty Ham and Potato Omelet

    "My husband, Bob, and I operate a bed-and-breakfast, omelets are our 'friends'," confirms Massachusetts field editor Charlotte Baillargeon of Hinsdale....


    Curried Lamb Chops

    "Treat yourself and someone special to a fancy dinner with these moist tender chops," suggests Imelda Cauley from Delaware, Ohio....


    Fish Fillets Italiano

    My husband is an avid fisherman, so we enjoy a lot of fresh ocean fish. I found this recipe in...


    Mashed Potatoes with Cucumber

    The first time I tasted this combination was 53 years ago at my mother-in-law's house. My husband assured me I'd...


    Orange Chocolate Mousse

    This easy-to-make dessert is one of my favorites to serve. It looks so elegant, and the velvety texture, with a...


    Small Batch Popovers

    "These golden popovers are a great way to round out any meal," notes Pauline Sniezek of Adams, Massachuesetts. "We have...


    Gingered Garlic Shrimp

    "Ginger and garlic nicely complement the tender shrimp in this delicious pasta dish," notes Rebecca Baird of Salt Lake City,...

    Grilled Wild Turkey Breast

    "With only two ingredients, this is definitely the easiest recipe I have for cooking the wild turkey that my husband,...


    Sausage Squash Skillet

    I always thought yellow squash was bland until I prepared it this way. Combined with Italian sausage, it makes a...


    Radish Cucumber Salad

    I put this cucumber radish salad together with vegetables I had left in my garden. My family liked it so...


    Hamburger Mac Skillet

    This recipe makes just the right amount for my husband and me. I like the idea of cooking it all...


    Soup for Two

    This comforting and colorful soup from field editor Margery Bryan of Royal City, Washington is loaded with old-fashioned goodness. The...


    Beef Patties with Gravy

    Field editor Sharon Manus of Smyrna, Tennessee seasons beef patties with onion, fresh mushrooms and golden mushroom soup. The tasty...


    Flank Steak Stir-Fry

    Tender strips of flank steak share the stage with julienned carrot and red pepper, fresh mushrooms and broccoli florets in...


    Basil Pasta Sauce

    Nothing beats the aroma of this speedy simmered pasta sauce...except its wonderful taste. To round out the meal, toss together...


    Best Rosemary Chicken

    This is a terrific recipe for anyone who cooks for one or two people. Plus, it can easily be doubled...

    Baked Pineapple Chicken

    Ginger and crushed pineapple flavor tender juicy chicken in this main dish recipe from Marcille Meyer of Battle Creek, Nebraska....


    Carrot ‘N’ Celery Amandine

    "When I prepare a rather plain entree like baked chicken for dinner, I try to make an interesting side dish...


    Orange-Glazed Pork Chops

    "This recipe from my niece is not only a snap to prepare, it's delicious, too," says field editor Nila Towler...


    Summer Squash Stir-Fry

    "With an abundance of squash, green peppers, tomatoes and onion from our garden, this fresh-tasting recipe is both easy and...


    Sausage-Topped Zucchini

    Alice Scollin of Saranac Lake, New York concocted this pleasing entree, which became her husband's favorite dish after just one...


    Classic Stuffed Peppers

    Classic stuffed peppers are pared down for two, and the result is a savory and satisfying dish that tastes so...

    Eggplant Parmesan

    We really like eggplant and would rather have it baked than fried. This can be served as a side or...


    Stewed Tomatoes with Dumplings

    When I was young and did not feel well, my mother made one of my favorite dishes. Just smelling it...


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    Skinny Fries

    These fries are "skinny" since they bake to a crisp in the oven, without submerging the potatoes in oil or...


    Pineapple Banana Shakes

    When I have fruit and milk or other foods I need to use up, I like to create my own...


    Pecan-Crusted Salmon

    The combination of the nutty coating and the cool sauce in this pecan-crusted salmon recipe from Cheryl Bykowski of Punta...


    Spinach Cheddar Bake

    Spinach is one of my favorite foods, so I make this easy recipe often, using frozen or canned spinach.
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