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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    Mandarin Pecan Salad

    4 reviews

    Toss together this refreshing salad from Jeaune Hadl Van Meter of Lexington, Kentucky. The crisp greens are mixed with nuts...


    Tomatoes with Vinaigrette

    2 reviews

    "This easy dressing is a tasty way to top tomatoes," says field editor Joanne ShewChuk, St. Benedict, Saskatchewan. "I got...


    Cream of Spinach Cheese Soup

    12 reviews

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


    Cherry Cream Cheese Spread

    1 review

    Dotted with pretty maraschino cherries, this spread is an attractive complement to your holiday table. —Ruth Hastings


    Old-Fashioned Coleslaw

    2 reviews

    My sister-in-law gave me this recipe over 50 years ago and it's still a hit at potluck dinners. I made...


    Creamy Hot Cocoa

    3 reviews

    Hot cocoa made school days memorable for me. Mom had it ready when I came home. It was a special...


    Spinach Chicken Roll-Ups

    4 reviews

    “This recipe is one that I have adapted over time,” says Chris Duncan of Ellensburg, Washington. “It dresses up very...


    Florentine Rice

    1 review

    Our Test Kitchen assembled this easy dish with leftover rice. The spinach, red peppers, cheese and pine nuts make it...

    Chocolate Chip Quesadilla

    1 review

    Irene Rundell of Haskell, Oklahoma likes to keep dessert sweet and simple with this yummy finale. “Chocolate Chip Quesadilla is...


    Barley Burger Stew

    8 reviews

    "I found this hearty stew recipe in an old cookbook purchased at a flea market," recalls Judy McCarthy of Derby,...


    Black Bean Veggie Burger Salad

    1 review

    “This lower fat version of a traditional taco salad doesn't lose any of the flavor,” writes Mary Bilyeu of Ann...


    Banana Rice Pudding

    3 reviews

    THIS is an old recipe my mother used. With seven children in the house, she made larger quantities, but I...


    Fontina Potatoes Au Gratin

    1 review

    We use a white sauce and mild fontina cheese to coat sliced potatoes in this casserole for two. It's rich...


    Old-Fashioned Vanilla Pudding

    5 reviews

    This creamy vanilla pudding is sure to be a favorite. “It’s always good and so easy to make,” confirms Katie...


    Easy Spaghetti

    4 reviews

    Cynthia Wise of Mineral City, Ohio, writes, "My husband and I really like this hearty main dish. It's quick and...


    Chicken Salad Panini

    5 reviews

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


    Cornbread-Stuffed Pork Chops

    1 review

    Tart apple adds a delicious flavor to the moist stuffing that fills these savory chops. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

    Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs

    6 reviews

    WHEN I was a teenager, I cooked dinner every night for our family of four...Mom, Dad, Grandmother, who lived next...


    Coffee Cream Tortilla Cups

    1 review

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


    Sausage Cheese Balls

    3 reviews

    These bite-sized sausage balls are a favorite of mine. Feel free to swap in different cheese for the cheddar. You...


    Spaetzle

    2 reviews

    This traditional German dish is one of the most popular dishes in our family restaurant. It is so delicious when...


    Easy Berry Cheesecake Parfaits

    3 reviews

    These sweet little parfaits take everything that's wonderful about cheesecake and make it way easier. You get the rich creaminess,...


    Egg-Topped Avocado Toast

    6 reviews

    We always have avocados on hand, so it's easy to make this quick breakfast toast for my husband and me....

    Swiss Potato Gratin

    2 reviews

    Grated potatoes and creamy Swiss or Gruyere cheese make this side dish a satisfying alternative to mashed or baked potatoes....


    Tasty Veggie Patties

    1 review

    Here's a delightful entree with a healthy dose of vegetables. “I like making these savory patties for a quick dinner,”...


    Sourdough Chicken Sandwiches

    3 reviews

    MY FAMILY loves chicken, so I came up with this easy sandwich recipe. The chicken stays moist and tasty prepared...


    Baked Breaded Cod

    5 reviews

    These fish fillets are quick to fix...and they bake in no time! Brushed with ranch salad dressing and coated with...


    Tuscan Pork Medallions

    28 reviews

    Pork tenderloin gets delightful Italian flavor from prosciutto, tomatoes and garden herbs. The beautifully browned slices are quick enough for...


    Poor Man’s Hash

    5 reviews

    The only memories I have about this recipe is that everyone who has ever eaten it thinks it's great! The...