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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    Fruity Red Smoothies

    This thick, tangy drink combines the refreshing flavors of cranberries, raspberries and strawberries. Once you start sipping it, it disappears...


    Alfredo Shrimp Shells

    Premade Alfredo sauce streamlines the preparation of the tasty stuffed shells. They're filled with shrimp, mushrooms and green onion. Serve...


    Summer Squash Side Dish Casserole

    My daughter-in-law created this healthy yellow squash recipe and shared it with me. I was delighted since my husband and...


    Cheesy Chive Omelet

    Fuel up for the day with eggs for breakfast. When you want a change, try the other omelet ideas at...


    Red Potato Bundles

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


    Pork Tenderloin Stir-Fry

    A flavorful stir-fry doesn't have to feed an army, as this delicious serves-two version proves. From Aylmer, Ontario, Shelly McCallum...


    Lemon Sponge Pudding

    You'll want to pucker up and kiss the cook once you try this comforting pudding bursting with fresh lemon flavor!...


    Pineapple Orange Slush

    "This tart refreshing drink hits the spot, and you don't have to make a lot," says Roni Goodell of Spanish...

    Naked Fish Tacos

    This is one of my husband's all-time favorite meals. I've even converted some friends to fish after they've eaten this....


    Cranberry-Banana Smoothies

    When the big meal is over, I make a smoothie using leftover cranberry sauce. Don’t have a frozen banana? Use...


    Bacon & Mushroom Omelets

    I had grown tired of the same breakfast meals, so I wanted to make something more interesting. These fresh and...


    Horseshoe Sandwiches

    Hearty meat and potato lovers in your family will be happy to indulge in the Horseshoe Sandwich. Our recipe used...


    Caramel Apple Float

    Who doesn't love the flavors of caramel, apples, and vanilla ice cream together? If I'm feeling fancy, I drizzle caramel...


    Fiesta Time Omelet

    I created this dish when I needed to use up some black olives and jalapenos. With the abundant filling, two...


    Southwest Tortilla Scramble

    Here’s my version of a deconstructed breakfast burrito that’s actually good for you. Go for hefty corn tortillas in this...


    Veggie Omelet with Goat Cheese

    My family eats a lot of vegetables so I'll set some aside at dinner to use in an omelet the...


    Texas Red River Margaritas

    When I lived in Texas, I decided to create a cocktail that represented my new home. I've found that blood...

    Peanut Butter Oatmeal

    Peanut butter oatmeal is a hearty, healthy and tasty start to the morning. Top the hot cereal with peanut butter,...


    Strawberry Biscuit Shortcake

    It seams Mom was always making biscuits. She served them plain for breakfast and dinner, especially when we had stew...


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    Lemon Pudding Cake

    So little work and so much flavor. What’s not to love? This lemon pudding cake recipe gives a burst of...


    Diabetic Milk Shake

    Here's a sugar-free refresher with a yummy vanilla-banana flavor. It blends together in no time. —Evelyn Archer, Elkville, Illinois


    Old-Fashioned Strawberry Soda

    With just a quick pulse of the blender, you will have what I call a "refreshing sipper"—and you'll be asked...


    Jaeger Schnitzel

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

    Baked Custard for Two

    Alpha Wilson, a field editor from Rosewell, New Mexico, shares a sweet treat she and husband Thomas (pictured at far...


    Spaetzle

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


    Potato Pancakes For Two

    Years ago, my grandson requested a special dish to be included in his class cookbook, and this is the recipe...


    Cajun Chicken Linguine

    Our pasta began as a special, but due to its overwhelming popularity, we made it a permanent part of our...


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    Shrimp Quesadilla

    Shrimp quesadilla is a truly easy meal for busy nights or casual weekends. Serve it up with a dollop of...


    Flavorful Tomato Soup

    A cookbook recipe called for ingredients I didn’t have on hand, so I improvised and came up with this. I...