Tex-Mex Scramble
This homey mix of eggs, corn tortilla strips, roast beef and other savory ingredients is a favorite dinner for two...
Pork Tenderloin with Fruit Sauce
Since my husband hates leftovers and there are just the two of us, I always try to pare recipes down...
Creamy Berry Smoothies
Who can tell that this delicious smoothie is made with tofu? No one (especially your kids)! The blend of berries...
Spiced Green Beans
These yummy green beans have just the right amount of kick to spice up any meal. —Howard Pierce, Naperville, Illinois
Pork Broccoli Stir-Fry
"My grandma, who's an excellent cook, shared this recipe with me," notes Nadia Boutin Sylvester, Cookshire, Quebec. "It has lots...
Tossed Salad with Pine Nut Dressing
This crunchy, colorful salad is full of fresh veggies, straight from our garden. It’s drizzled with my tangy pine nut...
Deluxe Ham Omelet
Ham, vegetables and two cheeses are what make this omelet deluxe. It's a hearty meal for one or two.—Iola Egle,...
Marinated Broccoli
This festive side dish couldn't be easier to throw together. But because it's so pretty, it's perfect for special occasions....
Asparagus Crepes
"I love serving these tender crepes with their light lemony sauce in spring," notes Carol Hemker of Phenix City, Alabama....
Manicotti for Two
Manicotti shells are filled with a three-cheese mixture, when topped with store-bought spaghetti sauce beefed up with flavorful sausage. Enjoy...
Pork Chop Dinner for Two
I've prepared this dish for a tableful of people, but it's also easy to fix just for two. If you...
Blackened Pork Caesar Salad
When I cook, the goal is to have enough leftovers for lunch the next day. This Caesar with pork has...
Crab-Stuffed Avocados
We enjoy having this creamy and crunchy salad out on our deck on summer evenings. And it goes together in...
Italian Sausage Rice Casserole
The key to the distinctive flavor in this casserole is the use of Italian sausage. The nice balance of ingredients...
Grilled Hummus Turkey Sandwich
I created this toasted sandwich last summer using homemade hummus and veggies from our garden. We really can't get enough!...
Cozy Hot Chocolate
Steaming mugs of these smooth beverages are a nice anytime treat with my husband, Ken.—Marie Hattrup, Sonoma, California
Cracker Dressing
Nicely seasoned Cracker Dressing is a simple alternative to recipes that call for bread crumbs or cubes, suggests Jan Woodruff...
Chicken with Lemon Sauce
"This delicious Italian dish is easy to prepare, but it looks like you fussed," writes Brenda Hoffman of Stanton, Michigan.
Baked Cod with Mushrooms
“I created this when I was on a low carb diet,” writes Kim Thomas of Monahans, Texas. “It tastes delicious...
Contest-Winning Sweet Potato Fries
Nutritious sweet potatoes add subtle flavor to these extra-crunchy fries. With the tasty mayo-chutney dip, this super side could double...
Popovers for Two
This recipe has been handed down through my family, and I've had it for almost 50 years. My husband and...
Lemon-Basil Chicken Marsala
"This melt-in-your-mouth Chicken Marsala is based on a recipe picked up in a cooking class," recalls Greta Igl in Menomonee...
Apple-White Cheddar Grilled Cheese
On rainy days when we need comfort food in a hurry, I toast sandwiches of cinnamon-raisin bread with white cheddar,...
Sauerbraten Stew
"With this original recipe, I was one of 10 finalists at an Ohio Beef Council Beef Cook-Off," notes Margaret Ashcraft...
Skillet Lamb Chops
These mildly seasoned chops are so satisfying, particularly if you enjoy lamb for holiday dinners. Field editor Alpha Wilson of...
White Beans and Spinach
This skillet side is a variation of a recipe I received from my Italian mother. I've prepared spinach this way...
Two-Cheese Linguine
An easy cheese sauce turns ordinary pasta into a special side dish that's the perfect accompaniment to the steaks.
Steak Pot Pie
When I was growing up, Mom let us pick our birthday meals. This one was a frequent choice. I made...
Veggie Stir-Fry
Valerie Belley of St. Louis, Missouri stir-fries a medley of six vegetables to create this colorful side dish for two...