Cooking for Two
Recipes that are served alongside main protein dishes.
I love carrots, especially when they are in season. Of course, you can make this dish any time of year. We have tried baby carrots (our favorite), regular carrots, and rainbow carrots. They all work in this recipe. The glaze is slightly spiced and sweet, a perfect match for the carrots. This dish adds a bright visual addition to any meal.
These potatoes elevate mashed potatoes to a new level. They taste amazing and look fantastic. They make your meal extra special, but they are fairly easy to make.
This is not a boring salad. It is full of fresh flavors, and the vinaigrette adds a nice touch. The crunch of the pecans takes the place of the usual croutons. The goat cheese adds a wonderful creamy texture to this salad. This is one of our favorite salads.
Peas make me think of spring. But we can serve this dish year-round. Frozen peas come to our rescue and are perfect for this dish. The peas are ready in just a few minutes. They are bright in color and flavor.
I’m not a Brussels sprout lover. I actually don’t like them prepared in any way. On the other hand, Bethany loved these. She didn’t have a problem eating them in two meals. This is the first time she tried Brussels sprouts, my bad. The glaze …
I have been making this dressing for my family for several years. It is a simple recipe and is quick to make. The water chestnuts give it a nice crunch. This dressing is moist and has a crisp topping. Bethany says it’s delicious, and I definitely agree.
I like sweet potatoes at Thanksgiving, but also other times of the year. They are a nice switch from a Russet potato. This recipe gives you a different way to serve these awesome vegetables. Toasting them brings out their nutty flavor. The spices and pecans make for a flavorful and comforting dish.
My daughter-in-law Grèta is Hungarian and this is one of her favorite recipes. This salad is typically served as a side dish to heavier main dishes. It’s so refreshing and light, I serve it all year round.
Fresh green beans are something to look forward to. This is an enjoyable way to eat them, lightly seasoned and crisp. Parmesan adds a nice nutty flourish. Green beans go with just about anything, and these are great as a snack.
This is not your everyday rice dish. Using cauliflower rice makes it healthy. The spices and vegetables add color and flavor. The nuts add crunch and surprise. It is a delicious fusion of flavors and textures.