Easy Recipes for Two

Your perfect date night menu awaits.

Cheese Souffle in a ramekin.
Photo: Beth Galton

Dinnertime is twice as nice with these recipes that make just two servings.

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Cheese Soufflé

Cheese Souffle in a ramekin.
Beth Galton

Bake this airy savory soufflé until it puffs up and turns light golden brown.

Get the recipe: Cheese Soufflé

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Curried Tomato Bisque

Curried Tomato Bisque
Tom Schieritz

Onions, garlic, and curry powder season this simple cream-free soup.

Get the recipe: Curried Tomato Bisque

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Cool Cucumber Soup

Cool Cucumber Soup
Jens Mortensen

Turn this refreshing no-cook soup into a light meal by serving with bread and cheese.

Get the recipe: Cool Cucumber Soup

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Gazpacho With Goat Cheese Salsa

Gazpacho With Goat Cheese Salsa
David Prince

Top this cool soup with diced vegetables and crumbled goat cheese to add texture.

Get the recipe: Gazpacho With Goat Cheese Salsa

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Couscous Salad With Grapes and Feta

Couscous Salad With Grapes and Feta
Kana Okada

Liven up plain couscous with toasted walnuts, salty Feta, and sweet, juicy grapes.

Get the recipe: Couscous Salad With Grapes and Feta

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Cool Asian Noodles With Tofu and Cashews

Cool Asian Noodles With Tofu and Cashews
Jens Mortensen

Toasted sesame oil adds an irresistible aroma and flavor to this meatless meal.

Get the recipe: Cool Asian Noodles With Tofu and Cashews

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Green Bean and Pasta Salad

Green Bean and Pasta Salad
Kana Okada

Grated Parmesan, olive oil, and fresh lemon juice perk up a make-ahead pasta salad.

Get the recipe: Green Bean and Pasta Salad

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Lemony Shrimp and White Bean Salad

Lemony Shrimp and White Bean Salad
Jens Mortensen

In this protein-packed dish, white beans mingle with shrimp in a simple dressing; sliced cucumbers provide a refreshing crunch.

Get the recipe: Lemony Shrimp and White Bean Salad

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Quick Chicken Caesar Salad

Quick Chicken Caesar Salad
Grant Cornett

Using a store-bought rotisserie chicken means this recipe will take just 5 minutes.

Get the recipe: Quick Chicken Caesar Salad

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Mini Pork Rack With Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

Mini Pork Rack With Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans
Minh & Wass

Marinating the pork in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, rosemary, and lemon zest makes the meat incredibly flavorful.

Get the recipe: Mini Pork Rack With Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

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Thai Spiced Tofu

Thai Spiced Tofu
Stefen Andersen

Thai red curry paste and Asian fish sauce make mild tofu and tender green beans vibrant.

Get the recipe: Thai Spiced Tofu

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Teriyaki Salmon

Teriyaki Salmon
Susie Cushner

A teaspoon of wasabi adds a fiery kick to broiled salmon.

Get the recipe: Teriyaki Salmon

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Black-Eyed Peas With Bacon and Escarole

Black-eyed Peas With Bacon and Escarole
Con Poulos

Crisp bacon and browned garlic jazz up wilted greens in this low-calorie meal.

Get the recipe: Black-Eyed Peas With Bacon and Escarole

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Orange Soufflé

Orange Souffle
Beth Galton

Puffy and light, this soufflé—with both grated orange zest and Grand Marnier—is melt-in-your-mouth delicious.

Get the recipe: Orange Soufflé

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Chocolate Soufflé

Chocolate Souffle
Beth Galton

Serve this very rich, classic dessert for a decadent ending to your meal.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Soufflé

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Mango Gratin

Mango Gratin
Jane Kirby

Top fresh mango with vanilla yogurt, lime, and sugar and broil until warm and browned.

Get the recipe: Mango Gratin

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Citrus Salad With Honey and Mint

Citrus Salad With Honey and Mint
Ken Kochey

Light and refreshing, this simple salad takes just 10 minutes to put together.

Get the recipe: Citrus Salad With Honey and Mint

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SweeTarts Milk Shake

Sweetarts Milk Shake
Kana Okada

Whip up these strawberry-candy shakes in your blender for an easy anytime treat.

Get the recipe: SweeTarts Milk Shake

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Chocolate Panini

Chocolate Panini
Kan Kanbayashi

Cook the sandwich in a panini press or waffle iron until the bread is golden and the chocolate has melted.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Panini

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