Cooking for 2

Spiced Breakfast Quinoa

Sarah Hoff — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:14:33 +0000

Quinoa is often turned into a creamy hot breakfast cereal in Bolivia, where much of the world’s quinoa is grown. This healthy breakfast quinoa recipe is a hot cereal that is infused with an aromatic chai-inspired blend of spices—cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger.

Breadcrumb-Crusted Cod for Two

Sarah Hoff — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 20:02:42 +0000

Breadcrumb-Crusted Cod for Two

In this quick baked fish recipe for two, a creamy spread of Greek yogurt and tarragon keeps cod moist and flavorful and helps keep the crispy breadcrumb topping in place. We like the delicate flavor of cod in this quick baked fish recipe for two, but any firm fish fillet can be used in its place.

Chocolate Avocado Shake

Erin McCormick — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 21:37:38 +0000

Chocolate Avocado Shake

This rich, healthy chocolate shake recipe is dairy-free and gets its creaminess from avocado instead of ice cream. If you aren’t avoiding dairy, you can use regular low-fat milk and any type of semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips in place of the nondairy chocolate chips.

Spaghetti Carbonara with Peas for Two

Sarah Hoff — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:00:36 +0000

Spaghetti Carbonara with Peas for Two

Our healthy spaghetti carbonara recipe for two is lower in calories and fat than a traditional spaghetti carbonara recipe, plus it boasts more than 9 grams of fiber per serving from whole-wheat pasta. For the best flavor, use Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. The eggs in the sauce are not fully cooked; if you’re concerned about consuming undercooked eggs, use pasteurized-in-the-shell eggs in this spaghetti carbonara recipe.

Creamsicle Breakfast Smoothie

Sarah Hoff — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 21:19:04 +0000

Creamsicle Breakfast Smoothie

Though it tastes like those iconic vanilla-and-orange popsicles, this creamsicle breakfast smoothie recipe is a balanced breakfast with carbohydrates, protein and, thanks to the addition of coconut water, essential electrolytes. Coconut water serves up more than 10 percent of your daily dose of potassium—an electrolyte you lose through sweat—in every cup, making it a great hydrator for light workouts. Plus, this creamy orange-mango smoothie only contains about 30 mg of sodium per cup, whereas sports drinks usually deliver about 110 mg of sodium per cup.

Chocolate Cream Pie

Erin McCormick — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 18:10:58 +0000

Chocolate Cream Pie

Chocolate cream pie isn’t just a diner special—it’s the perfect dessert for any celebration. We love the added flair of chocolate curls on top, but a pretty dollop of whipped cream on each piece would look just as elegant.

Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp with Arugula Salad for Two

Erin McCormick — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 16:59:19 +0000

Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp with Arugula Salad for Two

This recipe for jumbo shrimp wrapped in thin strips of prosciutto and served on a lemony bed of arugula is a practically effortless recipe for two. Wrap your shrimp and make the dressing ahead of time, and you’ll have dinner on the table even faster. Serve with toasted whole-wheat baguette sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.

Quick Chicken Parmesan for Two

Erin McCormick — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 14:24:10 +0000

Quick Chicken Parmesan for Two

Ooey-gooey cheese, crispy breadcrumbs and plenty of sauce are the hallmarks of any good chicken Parmesan recipe, and this one-skillet version of chicken parm for two is no exception. We made this recipe easier by skipping the breading on the chicken and loading the top of the dish with cheese and breadcrumbs. Serve it with whole-wheat pasta to soak up the extra sauce.

Seared Salmon with Green Peppercorn Sauce for Two

Erin McCormick — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 17:43:11 +0000

Seared Salmon with Green Peppercorn Sauce for Two

In this recipe for two, a simple sauce of piquant green peppercorns, lemon juice and butter top seared salmon. Green peppercorns come from the same plant as black ones, but are harvested before they mature. Typically packed in vinegar, they have a refreshingly sharp flavor. Look for them near the capers in most supermarkets. Serve with smashed red potatoes and sautéed kale

Pork, Apple & Miso Noodle Soup for Two

Erin McCormick — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 19:57:22 +0000

Pork, Apple & Miso Noodle Soup for Two

Apples and mild white miso lightly sweeten this easy one-pot soup. It’s got plenty of flavor with few ingredients, but feel free to add sliced scallions for a refreshing crunch or a dash of hot sauce for zing. Serve with toasted baguette with melted Cheddar cheese and a watercress salad.

Chicken Shawarma for Two

Nifer — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:43:05 +0000

Chicken Shawarma for Two

Shawarma is a Middle Eastern sandwich made with sliced seasoned meat. This recipe for two features chicken, along with a cucumber-yogurt sauce, fresh tomato and crunchy romaine lettuce.

Curry Scallops & Cilantro Rice for Two

Nifer — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 19:48:32 +0000

Curry Scallops & Cilantro Rice for Two

This recipe for two pairs curry-coated scallops and brown rice seasoned with cilantro, scallions and lemon. Serve with roasted carrots tossed with cumin and coriander.

Tofu Tropic Smoothie

Erin McCormick — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:15:53 +0000

Tofu Tropic Smoothie

Mango, pineapple and lime flavor this tropical smoothie. Silken tofu adds staying power.

Clean Breeze Smoothie

Erin McCormick — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:02:31 +0000

Clean Breeze Smoothie

This refreshing smoothie is made with cucumber and kiwi and gets a kick from ginger-flavored kombucha and fresh cilantro.

Good Green Tea Smoothie

Erin McCormick — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:38:28 +0000

Good Green Tea Smoothie

This green smoothie is packed with grapes, spinach, green tea and avocado. A touch of honey adds sweetness.