Cooking for Two

Upgrade a lunchtime classic into a dinnertime feast with a few fancy yet simple tweaks. —Karel Reynolds, Rutherfordton, North Carolina

Brenda Biron of Sydney, Nova Scotia suggests the easy cleanup and tried-and-true convenience of a tinfoil packet to prepare her...

My husband enjoys many different types of food and never minds one-dish meals, writes Isabel Karon from Longville, Minnesota. This...

Lillian Julow likes to serve these luscious pears whenever she is celebrating a memorable occasion. "They always make a pretty...

I've been the chief cook ever since I moved in with my father. With its crispy coating, this southern specialty...

This light, nutritious entree salad for two comes from Sandra Fisher of Kent, Washington. It's especially pretty served on a...

"This is a delicious and hearty soup," assures Beverlee DeBerry of Hempstead, Texas. "Combined with a nice loaf of French...

It's so easy to prepare this Test Kitchen dish that you're sure to make it often. The simple seasonings make...

"This is one of my husband's favorite dishes," relates Carmen Edwards of Midland, Texas. "I like it because it has...

I always feel good serving this healthy Asian chicken stir-fry to my family, and it's easy to prepare at a...

Seasonings and a splash of lime make this chicken something special, writes Carma Blosser from Livermore, Colorado. “It is also...

“This tastes great whether prepared in the oven or on the grill,” Monica Woods assures from Springfield, Missouri.

"This egg dish is very satisfying and nutritious, too," writes Linda LaPresle of Glendora, California. "Whether I serve it for...

Homemade stuffing in 15 minutes? You bet! Thanks to your microwave oven and this easy recipe. It is lower in...

These individual chocolate layer cakes are a sweet way to say "I love you" even when it's not Valentine's Day....

"Soon after we moved to Arizona, I received this recipe," pens Anita Meador from her home in Mesa. "It's a...

"We enjoy these colorful bundles on the deck along with rice and a tall glass of iced tea," Linda Turner...

"I make the salads, do most of the baking and make desserts. Mandarin Mixed Green Salad-a favorite of ours-has a...

You don't have to eat bland-looking or tasting food just because you're eating light. For this elegant entree, golden chicken...

"Salisbury steak is a favorite comfort food for us," says Naomi Olson of Hamilton, Michigan. "I serve this with mashed...

For something new to do with tuna, I suggest this tangy dish. Although I prefer the marinade on tuna or...

"Our daughter and son-in-law have their own sugar works in Vermont, so we always have a supply of maple syrup,...

“My husband and I grow our own tomatoes and enjoy this simple, delicious salad all summer long,” shares Kim Bovino

A simple-to-fix wine sauce complements this impressive entree. I love when my husband asks me to make this because I...

Rich and satisfying, this easy side from Cathlene Willis of Rigby, Idaho is sheer comfort. "On occasion, I top it...

Worcestershire sauce dresses up these moist and easy hamburger steaks for two. “Creamy mashed potatoes are the perfect side to...

When used with the Gluten-Free Flour Mix, this dredged pork chop recipe from our Test Kitchen will get rave reviews...

Tender pork chops are treated to a sweet-tangy marinade and topped with gooey melted cheese in this delightful meal from...

The mini meatballs in this dish have lots of flavor and give you plenty per serving. If you're cooking for...