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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    Italian Breaded Chicken

    8 reviews

    This scrumptious chicken is low in fat but bursting with flavor from the marinade and breadcrumb coating. The meat is...


    Baked Sweet-Sour Pork Chops

    3 reviews

    Lorraine Menard’s fabulous sweet-sour sauce does her proud whenever she serves these pork chops at home in Omaha, Nebraska. It’s...


    Tater Tot Taco Salad

    4 reviews

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


    Apple-Cherry Pork Chops

    8 reviews

    You'll never want pork chops any other way once you try this recipe from field editor Doris Heath of Franklin,...


    Fruity Red Smoothies

    3 reviews

    This thick, tangy drink combines the refreshing flavors of cranberries, raspberries and strawberries. Once you start sipping it, it disappears...


    Rice-Stuffed Cornish Hens

    2 reviews

    "I found this recipe in a cookbook many years ago, and it's become one of my favorites," reports Gloria Leiding...


    Quick Cottage Cheese Salad

    2 reviews

    I found this recipe years ago. It makes a nice side dish with dinner, but I often serve it as...


    Baked Eggs with Cheddar and Bacon for Two

    4 reviews

    “These little treats are super-easy to make and perfect for a special breakfast. They’re also very nice for a casual...

    Herb-Crusted Red Snapper

    4 reviews

    An appetizing blend of herbs complements the mild flavor of these flaky fillets from field editor Nella Parker of Hersey,...


    Quick Carolina Crab Cakes

    4 reviews

    I never used to make crab cakes at home until I created this recipe. They're spiced just right, and the...


    Tender Chicken for Two

    2 reviews

    Begin dinner with the delightful Tender Chicken for Two from Rosena Vrshek of Phoenix, Arizona. Instead of traditional tomatoes, her...


    Pork Chops with Tomatoes and Peppers

    1 review

    My mother created delicious dishes based on whatever was in the refrigerator or on the shelf. This recipe is one...


    Parmesan Zucchini Omelet

    4 reviews

    This meatless entree from Marion Lowery of Medford, Oregon will become a favorite for Sunday brunch or a late dinner.


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    Skinny Fries

    1 review

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


    Salisbury Steak for Two

    14 reviews

    "These tender beef patties with golden gravy are quick to prepare, but they taste like old-fashioned comfort food," says field...


    Quick Chicken Fettuccine

    3 reviews

    “This casserole is ready to eat in just 30 minutes and it's simple, warm and welcoming,” writes Darlene Brendan of...


    Tortellini Sausage Alfredo

    7 reviews

    I invented this dish for my kids when were young using all the things they like—sausage, mushrooms, onions, green pepper...

    Caramel Vanilla Martinis

    1 review

    We came up with this rich and delicious after-dinner drink, which has a chocolate swirl inside the glass, adding a...


    Sauteed Minute Steaks

    2 reviews

    These steaks are easy and appealing, and they have a spicy sauce that gives them nice zip.


    Wine & Herb Baked Chicken

    4 reviews

    “This scrumptious entrée is easy to prepare,” says Mildred Huffman of Lexington, Virginia. “The broth, served over rice and chicken,...


    Corn Rice Medley

    5 reviews

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


    Hamburger Mac Skillet

    8 reviews

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


    Popovers

    4 reviews

    A popular restaurant was noted for the giant popovers they served with their meals. I decided to do the same...

    Six-Pepper Chicken

    1 review

    Colorful peppers star in this hearty stir-fry from Betty Elliott of Goldonna, Louisiana. “I'm single, and I work very long...


    Fresh Vegetable Omelet

    3 reviews

    Healthy and simply delicious, this light and fluffy omelet is chock-full of fresh garden veggies, flavor and cheese. Makes it...


    Pork Chops with Sweet Potato

    6 reviews

    “As snowbirds originally from Iowa, we love these tender chops and sweet potatoes with an orange sauce in the fall,...


    Garlic-Roasted Sweet Potatoes

    7 reviews

    This unexpected combination is so tasty. It makes a wonderful fall or winter side dish with any meat. Double or...


    Healthier Zucchini Bread

    14 reviews

    This healthier zucchini bread has a golden top, lots of sweet cinnamon flavor and a slimmed-down nutritional profile. It’s perfect...


    Pear Blueberry Crisps

    4 reviews

    "I find it's challenging to make dessert for just the two of us-because we don't want lots of leftovers," shares...