Cooking for Two: Cherishing Meals in Smaller Portions

While there are loads of recipes out there designed to ‘feed a hungry family,’ there are also times when it’s just you and your significant other at the table. Maybe you’re an empty nester looking to rediscover the joy of cooking for two, or perhaps you’re a smaller family and don’t need a meal that serves 6-8. No matter your situation, you’ll find that RecipeTeacher is filled with wonderful recipes that are just right for smaller meals.

We understand that cooking for two is not just about reducing quantities; it’s about creating meals that fit your lifestyle and preferences. Our recipes are tailored to make cooking for a smaller crowd easy, enjoyable, and delicious. From cozy dinners to quick bites, we have everything you need to make mealtime special, no matter how many are gathered around your table.

So, whether you’re looking for a simple dish for a quiet evening or a tasty meal to share with your partner, RecipeTeacher has you covered. Let’s get cooking and make every meal an opportunity to enjoy great food and great company, no matter the size.

Coffee seasoned pork chops made in an air fryer

Best Damn Air Fryer Coffee Crusted Pork Chops

Pork chops are seasoned with a simple coffee rub and cooked to perfection in your air fryer. This dish features rich, complex flavors that turn ordinary pork chops into extraordinary. Serves 2.

Recipe for Instant Pot chicken and brown rice

Best Damn Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Brown Rice

A favorite recipe, use your Instant Pot to make the most savory chicken thighs with an amazingly flavorful brown rice. Ideal for 2 – 4 servings.

Best Damn Air Fryer Ribeye Steak

The ideal dinner for two, these ribeye steaks are seasoned with a simple mix of pantry staples and then cooked in the air fryer to juicy, tender perfection.

Perfectly cooked, oven baked chicken quarters served with coleslaw and mashed potatoes.

Best Damn Oven Baked Chicken Quarters

Deliciously juicy oven-baked chicken quarters, perfect for 2-4 people. Simply seasoned and roasted to golden perfection in 45 minutes – a guaranteed hit at your table.

Best Damn Oven Baked Salmon

Perfect for a small dinner for two, this quick and easy oven-baked salmon fillet is full of flavor. Tender, moist, and delicious, it’s an ideal choice for an intimate and flavorful meal.

Recipe for George Foreman Grill chicken breasts

Best Damn George Foreman Grill Chicken Breasts

Tender, juicy, delicious boneless, skinless chicken breasts are made in just minutes on your George Foreman Grill. Make 1 or 2 for a great small meal.

Oven Baked Mediterranean Cod

In the tradition of Mediterranean cuisine, this easy cod recipe is perfect for a delicious meal any night of the week. Loaded with fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors, it’s perfect for serving 2-4 people.

Best Damn Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin

Pork tenderloin is so amazingly tender, juicy and delicious when made in your air fryer. The perfect recipe for a small, intimate meal.

Best Damn Air Fryer Pork Chops

Transform two bone-in pork chops into a mouthwatering meal by seasoning them with our signature rub. Cook them in your air fryer for about 15 minutes to achieve juicy perfection. It’s the ideal quick and delicious meal for two.