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About the Recipe Sizes

Why are the recipes not always (or even frequently) “for two”? Cooking for Two does not mean only two servings. It is cooking FOR two people. So many recipes will have “lots of leftovers” (see sub-title of the blog), which is mandatory in a smaller household.

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Most of the meat recipes are scalable to whatever number is needed. But many recipes that we enjoy (two of us) or I want to try come down to one or two components that can not be conveniently subdivided. One egg. A can of beans or crushed tomatoes. Or one piece of a vegetable or fruit. It's throwing it away or using it.

Also, I will sometimes do a bigger recipe since leftovers are almost required at our house due to my schedule. I’m cooking for two, and not all the recipes are for two servings.

I have several times considered converting to only “for two” recipes, but it doesn’t fit our “for two” home. Also, it would severely limit the variety of recipes I could offer you.

I have all recipes labeled with several servings, and I also have a Guide To Cooking for Two that will help with some of the issues.

All recipes have been built into the recipe card area, where you can adjust the number of servings. It will recalculate the ingredients to the amount you need. It cannot change the instructions, and you must handle those yourself.

The recipes

Here, you will find everyday recipes primarily for two (with frequent leftovers) presented in a simple, logical way—less fuss – more results for the lazy in all of us. While most recipes will be healthy, there will be an occasional side trip in the other direction.

Many are family recipes from the family-only recipe site I maintained for many years. Most are adoptions and combinations of many recipes from many places. I will provide a link for your review if there is an inspirational recipe.

While 101 means I will keep it basic enough for the beginner, I hope to make things interesting enough for the intermediate cook. I will use commonly available ingredients to get the best results with the least work.

Please join me for some good food and some fun along the way.

What did I modify and why?

I’m a simple guy and want to have simple and good recipes. I will eliminate what I believe to be BS in a method.

The recipes will mostly have ingredients that are simple and readily available. I will rarely use a specific sauce or commercial seasoning mix. I want to create my own, and I know you won’t have those available.

Nutritional Information

Nutritional estimates are calculated from databases and not directly measured. Also, this is home cooking, so exact measurements vary, and exact ingredients vary. Take that as my best estimate, not fact—a good guess.

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  1. Joan says

    July 06, 2022 at 7:57 pm

    Grilled chicken breasts moist and delicious. Thanks!

    Reply
  2. Steve Waltman says

    October 27, 2019 at 12:57 pm

    I got on the mailing list a while back, and now frequently bookmark a recipe for future reference. So how about some recipes for Cornish Game Hens? I did a search at the top of the page but got no results. Thanks!

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    • Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan says

      October 28, 2019 at 12:59 pm

      Hi Steve,
      Welcome to the blog.
      I haven't cooked those for about 30 yrs. But I will look into it. It may happen but no promises.
      Dan

  3. David says

    April 13, 2019 at 2:11 pm

    Could you please add a recipe or how can I submit a recipe to you for your trial. I think it would be lovely on this site. Love the new recipe save and shopping list functions. Thank you sir!

    Reply
    • Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan says

      April 13, 2019 at 5:53 pm

      Hi David,
      Welcome to the blog.
      This site does not accept uploads of any type. We also don't do guest posts or submitted articles ( https://www.101cookingfortwo.com/money-links-and-advertising/ ). If you want to send a recipe in private, my email is in the about me page. But I only do a few new recipes now and they need to be "classics".
      Dan

  4. Chris says

    February 18, 2019 at 1:09 pm

    Sir,
    First, I need to say my wife and I have enjoyed everything I have cooked from your site. I have followed your recipes and have had no need to change this or that - They have been great "AS IS".
    My only recommendation would be - Have you thought about adding a "recommended side, or what you serve with it? That might help me and a few others to have more nutritious and well balanced meal.

    Just a thought... Keep up the great work.

    Chris

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  5. Kevin O'Brien says

    January 27, 2019 at 10:06 pm

    Dr. Dan, there is so much to enjoy on your site, all presented in a relaxed, straightforward style with great pics, both of the food and also your four-legged friends. Your "keep it simple" philosophy can be a boon, for example, to those overwhelmed by life-altering personal loss. I have become a great fan of your approach, am starting to cook real food again, and sincerely thank you for all you do.

    Reply
    • DrDan says

      January 27, 2019 at 10:26 pm

      Hi Kevin,
      Welcome to the blog.
      Glad you are enjoying my "style" and that you find the recipes helpful and enjoyable. I always cook with joy in my heart and hopefully that comes through and helped with any personal loss you had.
      Let me know if you have any suggestions or questions.
      Dan

  6. Elisabeth Wasslen says

    November 22, 2018 at 1:41 pm

    I have to say that I love to have something left over in the fridge from the night before if one of us wants a quick snack, or both. Yummy ! AND ready in a minute. We are empty nesting these days, but how well I remember my then teen son and three friends came over for lunch every Monday, when I was at work and cleaned up all the leftovers from the night before. The four of them heated it all. There was lots of food and they ate the lot, putting all the dishes, etc. in the dishwasher before they left. I loved that and on this day after Thanksgiving I am grateful for such memories. They would have loved your green beans with bacon. I surely did !!!

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    • DrDan says

      November 22, 2018 at 11:20 pm

      Hi Elisabeth,
      Thanks for the memory. My kids ran in packs of 6 to 12 kids and we were the hangout. Big TV, movie tapes and a popcorn maker. At any time 10 kids could arrive for dinner with no warning. I got really good at fast grilling for quick mass feedings. All the parents know we were home and would feed them and supervise things. A great way to watch your own kids.
      Thanks for the note and hope you had a great holiday.
      Dan

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