Cooking for Two

With a whipped topping, this strawberry treat from Mary Jo Vanderwest of Grant, Michigan makes a sweet, elegant dessert.

“I keep on the lookout for recipes that serve two,” explains LaDonna Reed. “We’re also watching our fat grams, so...

Make your tuna salad stand out with this fun and simple treatment. The Asian flavors jazz it up, while red...

For a refreshing meal in minutes, Betty Gregoire of Austin, Texas adds chilled beef tenderloin to a tasty green salad...

"I couldn't find a single Caesar salad recipe I liked, so I combined ingredients from a few recipes and came...

This creamy dip is the perfect accompaniment to any party menu. It's so delicious on crisp crackers!—Nadine McGehee, Greenville, Mississippi

Marinated artichoke hearts are an unusual addition to these impressive packed potatoes from Jennifer Andrzejewski of Grizzly Flats, California. Bacon,...

I cooked for two people for the first 7 years of my marriage. Today, I'm a stay-at-home mom with a...

This lovely salad adds a special touch to any meal. The juicy pear slices, toasted pecans and mixed greens are...

My guests often ask for this winning recipe and are surprised at how simple it is to prepare.

"I was cooking summer squash for dinner when my grandchildren informed me they'd just had it the night before," writes...

Sliced fresh strawberries, Swiss cheese and a nutty cream cheese spread make this turkey sandwich different. Try it on whole...

Pork tenderloin is marinated and grilled to tender perfection in these eye-catching kabobs. Enjoy the skewers with strawberry gelatin and...

This dish is one of my husband's favorites, so I make it often. Baking steak might seem strange at first,...

The browned potato and onion mixture is a nice complement to ham in this country-style dinner. This recipe has made...

As a basketball player in college, I was always hungry. My mother began supplying me with recipes, and I haven't...

Irish coffee, with a splash of Irish whiskey, sugar and cream, is a classic recipe for a reason. Cozy up...

Shrimp and asparagus pasta sounds fancy and tastes incredible—but even home cooks who shy away from seafood can easily master...

Even though I'm a widow, I still cook for two since I frequently have a friend or grandchild join me...

—Essen Haus, Bob and Gail Worm, Madison, Wisconsin

Earlene Ertelt of Woodburn, Oregon found the recipe for Pasta with Tomatoes in the newspaper a few years ago and...

"My husband has always been a beef and pork man, but after 53 years, I've finally gotten him to eat...

Please both your adult palate and your inner kid with homemade chicken strips. A crunchy pecan coating makes them stand...

The blend of flavors in this recipe creates a very refreshing drink. I often serve it for breakfast, but in...

"These tender beef patties with golden gravy are quick to prepare, but they taste like old-fashioned comfort food," says field...

"The sweet and savory combination of apples and leeks goes so well with these golden pork chops," says Elaine Williams...

"For a light breakfast, lunch or brunch entree, this fluffy baked pancake is very little fuss," assures Sharon Emery ,...

Not all stuffed peppers have ground beef and tomato sauce. Ground turkey and a white sauce give this variation wonderful...

THIS is one of my favorite summertime desserts, cool and soothing on a hot, humid day. The mild coffee flavor...