Cooking For One Is Fun
Grab leftover poultry (roasted chicken, thanksgiving turkey) or hit up the deli for a couple supper cuts. I like Oscar Meyer Carving Board Cuts, grab some lettuce of any kind you have on hand and throw together this super quick salad in under 10 minutes.
This Salmon & Orange Salad is the ultimate fresh meal for one—simple, satisfying, and absolutely sunshine-worthy. With sweet citrus, salmon, and a bold vinaigrette to tie it all together, it’s a no-fuss recipe that brings a whole lotta flavor to the table. Whether you’re cooking in a full kitchen or making it work in a …
This is a low cost version of the classic French Beef Bourguignon, most things you likely already have in your pantry. This comes together in under 15 minutes for a quick supper. You can make rice or noodles fresh for it, or if you have leftovers reheat them. I've also eaten this with just part …
In 15 minutes or less this recipe leads you to a quick, filling, tasty supper for one. Ground protein (your choice on meat or even grab for the tofu), kidney beans, spices, lettuce, jack cheese, tomatoes and chips all come together for a great meal. For what to do with the remaining kidney beans and …
A combo of meats, orange, avocado and olives come together atop a bed of greens and all that nestles in under a vinaigrette of oil, vinegar, lime and zesty spices
Super quick soup using leftover ham and cabbage
This is a super quick inexpensive cioppino for a meal when you want the taste and the comfort without all the labor
Gazpacho is a tomato based soup that is served cold, can be made ahead when needed
Broccoli puree with a lil zip from a touch of curry powder. Can be eaten hot or cold
Leftover hot dog buns don't need to go bad, turn them into these pizza bites or just leave as garlic bread