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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    Pineapple-Stuffed Cornish Hens

    My mother brought this recipe back with her from Hawaii about 25 years ago. The tender meat, pineapple-coconut stuffing and...


    Coffee Cream Tortilla Cups

    Here's a special dessert for two. Crispy tortilla bowls hold creamy coffee-flavored pudding topped with a mix of colorful fresh...


    Copycat McDonald’s Mocha Frappe

    A copycat McDonald's mocha frappe recipe saves you time and money at the drive-thru. Here's how to make it at...


    Chicken Gyros

    This yummy chicken gyro recipe is a cinch to prepare. Just take tender chicken, coat it in a creamy cucumber-yogurt...


    Breaded Sea Scallops

    I never liked seafood until my husband urged me to try scallops, and now I love them. He says my...


    Cream of Spinach Cheese Soup

    Give yourself a delicious calcium boost with this cream of spinach soup. I like to serve it with a green...


    Breakfast Pitas

    My husband and I like these pita pockets all by themselves for a quick breakfast. When you want a larger...


    Mixed Fruit Shortcakes

    This delightful downsized recipe makes just two biscuitlike shortcakes. Fill them with fresh fruit of your choice and top with...

    Cucumber Chicken Salad Sandwiches

    Dress up chicken salad with crunchy cucumber and dill for a summery sandwich that’s ready in just 10 minutes. If...


    Tuna Wrap

    Loaded with the best tuna salad and fresh, colorful, crunchy vegetables, this heart-healthy tuna wrap is perfect for lunch or...


    Savory Grilled Potatoes

    These potato packets are so easy to prepare ahead of time, then pack in the cooler for camping trips or...


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    Beef with Broccoli

    Delicious beef, crisp yet tender broccoli and a simple sauce make this beef with broccoli recipe one you'll remember. It's...


    Honey-Pecan Pork Chops

    This one is a family favorite! —Linda Bounds, Cedar Hill, Texas


    Pineapple-Stuffed Burgers

    "I really enjoy making these special burgers with a surprise inside," writes Ann Couch of Halifax, North Carolina. The homemade...


    Grilled Fan Potatoes

    Try this novel presentation for grilled potatoes. A foil pack makes for quick and easy cleanup, too. —Jeannie Klugh, Lancaster,...


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    Shrimp Asparagus Pasta

    Shrimp and asparagus pasta sounds fancy and tastes incredible—but even home cooks who shy away from seafood can easily master...


    Be-My-Valentine Pizza

    Refrigerated pizza dough makes short work of this cute and crusty heart-shaped entree. Topped with pepperoni, three kinds of cheese,...

    Yellow Squash Turkey Salad

    With a wonderful mix of flavors, colors and textures, this impressive salad can be made in minutes for lunch with...


    Maple-Glazed Acorn Squash

    With a maple syrup and brown sugar glaze, this squash becomes pleasantly sweet. This is comfort food—easy to prepare and...


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    Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus

    Elevate your appetizers with bacon-wrapped asparagus, a delightful combination of smoky bacon and fresh asparagus spears. This easy-to-make dish is...


    Maple Sausage Skillet

    Maple syrup adds sweetness to this yummy stir-fry. I sometimes add a little broccoli, too, for a change of pace....


    Steaks with Mushrooms

    For a budget-friendly option, I cut the small steaks off a good roast purchased on sale, then individually wrap and...


    Spinach Rice

    This Greek-style spinach rice looks elegant enough to share with guests. To complete the meal, pair it with your choice...

    White Chili for 2

    This chili for two goes over especially well on a cool night. We're racing fans, and I'm frequently asked to...


    Chicken Salad Panini

    Grilled indoors, this delightful sandwich can be enjoyed any time of year. “The honey-mustard dressing gives the chicken plenty of...


    Fruit-Filled French Toast Wraps

    Here’s my go-to whenever we have brunch guests. If I have extra berries, I just make a fruit salad for...


    Sea Scallops and Fettuccine

    This luscious and lemony pasta dish is so easy, it's become one of our weekly meal mainstays. But it's also...


    Turkey Lunch-Box Wraps

    These wraps taste wonderful cold or warmed in the microwave. They make a great brown-bag treat. —Denise Marshall, Jacksonville, Florida


    Thai Green Beans

    Thai green beans in a glossy peanut-hoisin sauce require just one skillet and less time than it takes to order...