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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    Chicken Dinner Packets

    This is a quick, delicious meal all in one packet. The chicken stays nice and moist and is very flavorful....


    Flavorful Chicken

    Try your hand at this stress-free chicken dish from Denise Ahlers of Freeburg, Illinois. Perfectly portioned for two, the chicken...


    Smoked Sausage Dinner

    The V8 gives this smoked sausage dinner a really unique flavor. —Raymond Bell, Thornton, Colorado


    Warm German Potato Salad for Two

    This wonderful, sweet-sour potato salad is flavored with onion and bacon, and sparked with pimiento and parsley. “We love this...


    Thai Tilapia

    You can take a taste trip to Asia even on a hectic weeknight with this no-fuss fish dish developed by...


    Chili Beef Stew

    “Given to me by my mother, this spicy stew became a favorite with my own five children,” writes Evelyn Bullington...


    Stewed Beef with Rice

    “When you come in cold and shivery from outside, count on this wonderful stew to warm you through,” says Donna...


    Strawberry Peach Banana Smoothie

    Teresa Dunlap of Lima, Ohio notes, “These smoothies are great for breakfast, and they also make a delicious afternoon snack...

    Orange Soy Milk Frappes

    Light, frothy and filled with natural goodness, this creamy-topped orange smoothie takes just a few ingredients, but makes a wholesome...


    Cranberry Chip Pancakes

    These simple pancakes taste so great, you don't even need syrup! Liven them up by adding cranberries, orange juice and...


    Asparagus Stir-Fry

    Fresh asparagus is a rarity in our small town, but when I find it at the store, I make this...


    Cheese-Stuffed Burgers for Two

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


    Irish Coffee

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


    Maple Cream Coffee

    On a crisp winter day, this creamy drink is perfect for after sledding or after dinner. Even non-coffee drinkers will...


    Pumpkin Spice Latte

    Yearning for a pumpkin spice latte but can’t wait for fall? It’s always PSL season with this pumpkin spice latte...


    Lemon Basil Salmon

    My husband came up with this easy, foil-packet recipe for flaky, fork-tender salmon. This recipe is a winner. —Marianne Bauman...


    Italian Breaded Chicken

    This scrumptious chicken is low in fat but bursting with flavor from the marinade and breadcrumb coating. The meat is...

    Slow-Cooker Veggie Lasagna

    This veggie-licious alternative to traditional lasagna makes use of slow-cooker convenience. I suggest using chunky spaghetti sauce. —Laura Davister, Little...


    Grilled Pork Chops with Pineapple

    Let these chops marinate while you're at work. When you get home, you can have a hot meal ready in...


    Mediterranean Vegetable Pasta

    “I created this fast-to-fix recipe to use up excess zucchini from our garden, and at the same time, serve a...


    Skillet Tacos

    This fast and healthy alternative to traditional tacos has a delicious southwestern flair. The fact that is comes together in...


    Chicken ‘n’ Sweet Potato Stew

    Are you tired of the same old dinnertime fare? Then spice it up with a Malaysian-inspired chicken stew. Served on...


    Baked Breaded Chicken

    I've been preparing this tender, baked breaded chicken for years. It's an easy way to jazz up a comforting dinner...

    Fruit Skewers with Lactose-Free Dip

    Make a balmy summer day special with these cute kabobs from our Test Kitchen. They're served with a creamy, dairy-free...


    Flavorful Tomato Soup

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


    Pecan Pie for Two

    PECAN PIE was always requested by the family for special occasions. When we became empty nesters, it was hard to...


    Cheddar Cheese Toasties

    WE were dairy farmers for years, so we all enjoyed a hearty breakfast after morning milking. Having a bit of...


    Beef Paprika

    "My husband, Don, and I loved this savory dish when we first sampled it at a party," notes Nancy Nielsen...


    Spaghetti Fish Supper

    "This colorful blend of fish, vegetables and pasta is so satisfying," relates Charolette Westfall of Houston, Texas. "I've also substituted...