Cooking for Two

Here’s a sandwich that does traditional burgers one better—with a surprise pocket of cheddar! My family really enjoys the melted...

Fire up the grill for this tasty salad. The meat will be done in a snap, leaving you more time...

The heat, seasonings and appearance of this colorful main-dish salad are perfect for summer—or any time of year that you...

My ribeye steak dinner showcases the flavors of Greece. These steaks go well with hummus and pita bread. —Mary Lou...

Compliments are a sure thing when I fix these fabulous salmon fillets. A tasty marinade pumps up the flavor and...

These potato packets are so easy to prepare ahead of time, then pack in the cooler for camping trips or...

A fast-to-fix mix marinates grilled pork tenderloin in this simple yet special entree from Lynn Roth of Ypsilanti, Michigan.

For a fun and hearty hand-held summer entree, Sandra Fisher grills up these mouthwatering sandwiches in Kent, Washington. Serve with...

I love salmon, but my husband doesn't. So I combined flavors I knew he liked to create this recipe, and...

Whenever I prepare crab legs for my family, I'm sure to serve these three dipping sauces on the side. They...

Succulent shrimp get a boost of flavor from the bacon and sweet hot sauce. Served on skewers, they make a...

The home economists in our Test Kitchen came up with this tasty switch from the usual burger. Italian-seasoned ground beef...

"I really enjoy making these special burgers with a surprise inside," writes Ann Couch of Halifax, North Carolina. The homemade...

This marinade makes the toughest cuts of meat tender. I'm frequently asked for the recipe. It's also good with venison...

We combined orange juice and raspberry rum to create this fruity martini. The sunny, bright color is appealing.—Taste of Home...

Here's a versatile soup that works as an appetizer or as a side for a sandwich lunch. It's loaded with...

Here’s a guy-friendly adaptation of the sweet and fruity mimosa. This combo of OJ and beer is a tasty kick-off...

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

Bacon adds flavor to this comforting stovetop supper my mom frequently made when we were growing up. Now I prepare...

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

I wanted to make manicotti one day but was out of the noodles. So I came up with this recipe,...

"We have wonderful seafood here on the East Coast," relates Mrs. Eric Brown of Edison, New Jersey. "When my daughter...

These mashed potato pancakes make sure that every bite of your leftover mash is put to good use. After all,...

Whisk together zesty basil, tangy red wine vinegar, mustard and olive oil for this vibrant basil vinaigrette. You'll enjoy it...

This wonderful old recipe for pineapple rice pudding was a treat during the Depression. We didn't have dairy topping in...

Our contest-winning seafood alfredo combines shrimp and scallops with fettuccine in a creamy Parmesan sauce for an elegant yet easy...

This date pudding has been our family's favorite dessert for Thanksgiving and Christmas for 65 years...and it's still on the...

I have wonderful memories of eating bananas Foster in New Orleans and, as a dietitian, I wanted to find a...

The next time you’re craving fries, opt for these speedy, health-conscious wedges that bake in the oven. They’re just as...