Cooking for Two

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

Until I met my husband, an avid hunter, I'd never cooked or eaten pheasant. I tried several different recipes before...

Here's my fun spin on breakfast for dinner—or breakfast! These egg quesadillas are so easy to make, full of protein...

I like to serve this lovely seafood Alfredo, featuring scallops and shrimp, with crusty Italian bread. Sprinkled with tomato and...

Turmeric lends flavor and a pretty golden color to this Spanish-style entree. Haven’t tried arborio rice? You’ll love its creamy...

Leftover beef is the star in a skillet dinner that's perfect for two. Chopped tomatoes and Parmesan cheese add color...

Loaded with pork sausage and cheese, these fun, golden brown sausage rolls from Cherie Durbin of Hickory, North Carolina are...

“Here in the Midwest, lobster can be pricey, so I found this recipe that tastes like Lobster Thermidor but costs...

Whether I'm fixing cod fillets or my husband's catch of the day, this fish fry batter makes the fish golden...

After sampling this broccoli salad at a barbecue, the recipe was given to me without any measurements. I can toss...

Coffee ice cubes power up this refreshing drink. Have it morning, noon or—if you dare—night! —Beverly Coyde, Gasport, New York

While taking a trip to the Grand Canyon, my family drove through the Navajo reservation and stopped at a little...

I ENTERTAIN at least once a month. After I served this at a dinner party for eight, I decided to...

This creamy delight is easy to make. For a mixed-berry version, try using a half cup of strawberries and a...

You don't need to turn on the oven for this lasagna, so it's perfect for summer. The noodles and sauce...

You can't go wrong with this time-tested winner. Here it is pared down for two.—Carma Blosser, Livermore, Colorado

JoAnn McCauley of Dubuque, Iowa shares her version of traditional Chicken Cacciatore with this easy recipe. The tasty sauce and...

Cod has a soft, buttery appeal that goes with cilantro, onions and crunchy pine nuts. This pan-seared cod is the...

My husband invented this twist on a bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich. I like to make it with extra slices...

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

For a taste twist on traditional ham and eggs, Carol Towey substitutes hard salami and shredded Swiss cheese for this...

Garlic, basil and oregano add pizzazz to this savory side dish. The pasta is tender and moist, and there's plenty...

This easy, quick-to-fix recipe for kielbasa and cabbage has long been a staple at my house because it tastes so...

When I buy pork roast that's too much for two people, I have this second-day dish in mind. It's a...

Who doesn't love chilled lemonade on a hot summer day? Made with club soda, this version is slightly bubbly and...

Start the evening off right with this piping hot, hearty casserole from Quincie Ball of Shelton, Washington. Topped with crispy...

You might need a fork to eat this filling cheesesteak sandwich. Hot pepper sauce and pepper Jack cheese heat up...

You'll swear you're at a restaurant when you take a bite of this cheese quesadilla. I like to make it...

My mother used to make this dessert whenever she could. During the Depression it was hard to find chocolate, but...