Fresh Strawberry Mousse
With a whipped topping, this strawberry treat from Mary Jo Vanderwest of Grant, Michigan makes a sweet, elegant dessert.
Spicy Chicken Spaghetti
“I keep on the lookout for recipes that serve two,” explains LaDonna Reed. “We’re also watching our fat grams, so...
Tuna Salad in Tomato Cups
Make your tuna salad stand out with this fun and simple treatment. The Asian flavors jazz it up, while red...
Beef Strip Salad
For a refreshing meal in minutes, Betty Gregoire of Austin, Texas adds chilled beef tenderloin to a tasty green salad...
Fruited Caesar Salad
"I couldn't find a single Caesar salad recipe I liked, so I combined ingredients from a few recipes and came...
Crab and Cream Cheese Dip
This creamy dip is the perfect accompaniment to any party menu. It's so delicious on crisp crackers!—Nadine McGehee, Greenville, Mississippi
Veggie-Stuffed Potatoes
Marinated artichoke hearts are an unusual addition to these impressive packed potatoes from Jennifer Andrzejewski of Grizzly Flats, California. Bacon,...
Black Bean Soup for Two
I cooked for two people for the first 7 years of my marriage. Today, I'm a stay-at-home mom with a...
Pecan-Pear Green Salad
This lovely salad adds a special touch to any meal. The juicy pear slices, toasted pecans and mixed greens are...
Beef Steaks with Blue Cheese
My guests often ask for this winning recipe and are surprised at how simple it is to prepare.
Squash Pasta Bake
"I was cooking summer squash for dinner when my grandchildren informed me they'd just had it the night before," writes...
Berry Turkey Sandwich
Sliced fresh strawberries, Swiss cheese and a nutty cream cheese spread make this turkey sandwich different. Try it on whole...
Pineapple Pork Kabobs
Pork tenderloin is marinated and grilled to tender perfection in these eye-catching kabobs. Enjoy the skewers with strawberry gelatin and...
Baked Swiss Steak
This dish is one of my husband's favorites, so I make it often. Baking steak might seem strange at first,...
Ham Steak with Potatoes and Onions
The browned potato and onion mixture is a nice complement to ham in this country-style dinner. This recipe has made...
Red Potato Bundles
As a basketball player in college, I was always hungry. My mother began supplying me with recipes, and I haven't...
Irish Coffee
Irish coffee, with a splash of Irish whiskey, sugar and cream, is a classic recipe for a reason. Cozy up...
Asparagus ‘n’ Shrimp with Angel Hair
Shrimp and asparagus pasta sounds fancy and tastes incredible—but even home cooks who shy away from seafood can easily master...
Swiss Steak for Two
Even though I'm a widow, I still cook for two since I frequently have a friend or grandchild join me...
Jaeger Schnitzel
—Essen Haus, Bob and Gail Worm, Madison, Wisconsin
Pasta with Tomatoes
Earlene Ertelt of Woodburn, Oregon found the recipe for Pasta with Tomatoes in the newspaper a few years ago and...
Apricot-Glazed Shrimp
"My husband has always been a beef and pork man, but after 53 years, I've finally gotten him to eat...
Nutty Chicken Fingers
Please both your adult palate and your inner kid with homemade chicken strips. A crunchy pecan coating makes them stand...
Spicy Tomato Cooler
The blend of flavors in this recipe creates a very refreshing drink. I often serve it for breakfast, but in...
Salisbury Steak for Two
"These tender beef patties with golden gravy are quick to prepare, but they taste like old-fashioned comfort food," says field...
Apple-Leek Pork Chops
"The sweet and savory combination of apples and leeks goes so well with these golden pork chops," says Elaine Williams...
Apple Puff Pancake
"For a light breakfast, lunch or brunch entree, this fluffy baked pancake is very little fuss," assures Sharon Emery ,...
Turkey-Stuffed Peppers
Not all stuffed peppers have ground beef and tomato sauce. Ground turkey and a white sauce give this variation wonderful...
Coffee Mallow Dessert
THIS is one of my favorite summertime desserts, cool and soothing on a hot, humid day. The mild coffee flavor...