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    • A bowl of brown rice with Hawaiian chicken on it.
      Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken
    • Sliced sloppy joe casserole with slice removed in pan.
      Sloppy Joe Casserole
    • A bowl of cabbage soup with a spoon in it.
      Crock Pot Cabbage Soup
    • Chicken bacon ranch casserole with spoonful taken out.
      Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
    • A sliced meatloaf on a white plate.
      Cracker Barrel Meatloaf (CopyCat)
    • Chicken gnocchi soup in bowl with spoon.
      Chicken Gnocchi Soup (Olive Garden Copycat)
    • Chicken divan casserole with serving removed.
      Chicken Divan Casserole
    • bowl of italian menestrone soup.
      Easy Italian Minestrone Soup
    • Two pork chops with gravy, served with white rice and steamed broccolini on a white plate.
      Garlic Butter Pork Chops
    • Chicken and stuffing casserole on a white plate.
      Chicken and Stuffing Casserole Dish

    Valentine's Day

    • A hand holding a red velvet cookie with white chocolate chips; more cookies are blurred in the background.
      Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies
    • Three strawberry muffins with visible strawberry pieces are arranged on a white plate, surrounded by fresh strawberry halves.
      Strawberry Muffins in Air Fryer or Oven
    • A close up of a mouthwatering strawberry pound cake slices.
      Strawberry Pound Cake Mini Loaf
    • Salmon with lemon butter sauce and parmesan on a white plate.
      Lemon Butter Sauce for Salmon
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    A woman in a green shirt stands in a kitchen holding a bowl of strawberries.

    Hi, I'm Lisa!

    Cooking for one or two doesn't have to feel like a chore or leave you drowning in leftovers. I'm all about small-batch dishes that fit real life, real schedules, and real appetites.

    Here you'll find comforting meals, quick fixes, and sweet treats sized perfectly for solo cooks and small households. No waste, no fuss, just practical recipes made with simple ingredients you probably already have.

    Whether you're eating alone tonight or sharing with someone special, I'm here to help you make every little meal feel satisfying, easy, and totally doable.

    Learn more about me →

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    Dinner

    Need a quick & easy meals for one or dinner ideas for two? Look no further! We have plenty of dinner recipes that are sure to please.

    • A plate of stir-fried noodles with shrimp, carrots, cabbage, and snap peas on a white table.
      Shrimp Pancit Canton
    • Seven pieces of grilled tofu garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds are arranged on a white plate.
      Teriyaki Tofu in Air Fryer
    • Two slices of glazed meatloaf and roasted carrot sticks are served on a white plate, garnished with fresh parsley.
      Ground Turkey Meatloaf in Air Fryer
    • A sliced roasted pork tenderloin garnished with fresh rosemary, orange slices, and red grapes on a white platter.
      Air Fryer Boneless Turkey Breast Roast
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    Desserts

    There's no need to make a full-size batch of something sweet if you only want a serving or two. Check out our desserts that won't leave you with tons of tempting leftovers!

    • A wooden bowl filled with three scoops of vanilla ice cream, topped with caramel sauce and shredded coconut, sits on a woven placemat next to a metal spoon.
      Creamy Coconut Ice Cream (Dairy-Free)
    • A brown bowl filled with several scoops of coconut milk ice cream sits on a light surface, with a spoon and other dishes visible in the background.
      Coconut Milk Ice Cream (Ninja CREAMi or Ice Cream Maker)
    • A bowl filled with purple ube halaya, a Filipino dessert made from purple yam, placed on a white surface with a red and white checked cloth partially visible.
      Ube Halaya
    • Three cookies with colorful candy-coated chocolate pieces are on a white plate, with one cookie partially eaten. The plate rests on an orange cloth.
      Easy Small-Batch M&M Cookies
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    Breakfast

    These small-batch breakfast ideas are the perfect way to kickstart your day. Our recipes are designed for one or two servings, ensuring you can enjoy a delicious and satisfying breakfast without waste.

    • A stack of pancakes topped with sliced bananas is being drizzled with syrup, with more banana slices on the side and jars of oats in the background.
      Banana and Oatmeal Pancakes
    • A stack of fluffy pancakes topped with butter and blueberries, with a fork holding a bite, and syrup drizzled on a white plate. Blueberries are scattered nearby.
      Protein Pancakes (Low-Carb and Gluten-Free)
    • A bowl of pancakes topped with cashew nuts and mango chunks, placed on a white table.
      Fresh Mango Pancakes in Mini Size
    • A glass filled with layers of mango puree, granola, and yogurt, topped with diced mango and a mint sprig.
      Mango Parfait
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    You'll find our newest recipes for one or two and small-batch cooking resources right here!

    • Three seasoned chicken wings topped with yellow sauce and garnished with parsley are served on a white plate.
      Mango Habanero Wings
    • A bowl of fresh salsa with chopped tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and peppers sits on a white table, surrounded by tortilla chips and sliced tomatoes.
      Habanero Salsa
    • A bowl of salad with sliced grilled chicken, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onions, corn, and yellow dressing on top.
      Chicken and Mango Salad
    • Three bacon-wrapped scallops on a white plate, garnished with herbs, served with a lemon wedge.
      Bacon Wrapped Scallops in Air Fryer

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    • Two glass cups of layered tiramisu with a dusting of cocoa powder on top, placed on a white napkin beside a silver spoon.
      Mini Individual Tiramisu Cups
    • shrimp corn bisque in bowls.
      Easy Shrimp and Corn Soup Bisque
    • edible cookie dough single serving for one.
      Edible Single Serving Cookie Dough
    • A stack of five round, golden-brown sugar cookies on a white plate.
      Small-Batch Sugar Cookies

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    • A bowl of spaghetti topped with a rich meat sauce placed on a red and white checkered tablecloth.
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    Hi, I'm Lisa! I'm a cookbook author who has been creating recipes for over a decade. I'd like to show you how easy it is to downsize your cooking for one or two people.

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      Sweet Hawaiian Crockpot Chicken
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      Edible Single Serving Cookie Dough
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      No Knead Italian Artisan Bread
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      Cracker Barrel Meatloaf (CopyCat)

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