Cooking for Two

Alpha Wilson, a field editor from Rosewell, New Mexico, shares a sweet treat she and husband Thomas (pictured at far...

"My father-in-law loves pizza toppings and grilled cheese sandwiches, so my mother-in-law and I came up with this recipe that...

The sliced apple and sweet potatoes that complement these tender pork chops remind me of a crisp fall day, but...

Nancye Thompson of Paducah, Kentucky dresses up salad greens with fruit, nuts and a yummy banana dressing.

“In the six years that we have been married, my husband and I have lived in five countries on three...

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...

This catfish combines common pantry seasonings for a taste that's anything but basic. —Karen Conklin, Supply, North Carolina

Trying new recipes is one of my favorite hobbies. It’s also the most gratifying. What could beat the smiles and...

Vidalia onion recipes are some of my favorites to whip up. Served alongside any of a variety of fish and...

Travel to Italy with this hearty pasta that's a breeze to prepare. Our Test Kitchen jazzed up store-bought spaghetti sauce,...

—Shannon Emmanuel, Charlotte, North Carolina

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

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...

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...

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

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

This is a dish my wife had to learn to make in her high school home economics class. I've adapted...

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

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

HERE'S a recipe that satisfies a sweet tooth without any fuss. This wonderful pudding can be served plain or topped...

One evening when my husband and I went out to dinner, he ordered a salmon dish that sounded interesting. It...

This is one my favorite salads and it is so healthy for you! Guests will be surprised at how wonderful...

"I lightened up this savory dish by using olive oil, one regular egg and three egg whites, explains Arlene Hammonds...

“I eat these super-fast wrap sandwiches all summer long. The creamy avocado and sweet tomato are satisfying and fresh tasting....