Dinner recipes for two (2024)

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  • Steak Diane

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.8 ratings

    Treat someone to a classic steak with Diane sauce for supper and impress with your flambé skills. For the ultimate luxury, we’ve gone for fillet steak

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    Combine vegan-friendly rice vermicelli noodles, edamame and cucumber, along with lime juice, sweet chilli sauce and herbs to make this fragrant dish

  • Pasta alla vodka

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.66 ratings

    Sit back and tuck into a big bowl of pasta alla vodka, a creamy tomato pasta with – as you can guess – vodka, which balances out the intense flavours

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    Do something different with broccoli with this umami bowl of noodles. A crispy chilli oil topping really enhances the dish – it’s well worth investing in a jar

  • Sticky miso aubergine traybake

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Use storecupboard ingredients to pack umami flavour into this simple vegetarian dish, which gives aubergines centre stage. It makes a tasty meat-free midweek meal

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    Combine almond- and raisin-studded bulgur wheat with roasted red cabbage flavoured with rose harissa. It's great as a veggie main, or as a side to chicken

  • Spicy tortilla soup

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    Get inspired by a Tex-Mex classic with this warming and spicy soup served with tortillas. Add some natural yogurt or soured cream for a cooling topping

  • App onlyPulled chicken bowl. This is a premium piece of content available to registered users.

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.6 ratings

    Enjoy this budget-friendly chicken and spinach dish with rice and tortilla chips, or use as a filling for a burrito or burger buns

  • Chicken stuffed with herby mascarpone

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.162 ratings

    This super-quick and special recipe for two is bound to become a My Good Food favourite

  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating

    Get the best results for steaks by removing them from the fridge to come up to room temperature about 30 minutes before cooking. Serve with chips or creamy mash

  • Easy oven-baked pork ribs

    A star rating of 2.5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Cook these baby back ribs low and slow for a succulent finish. They take no time at all to prepare, but you could use shop-bought BBQ sauce to make them even easier

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    Make this Turkish flatbread for dinner and save some leftovers for an easy lunch – keep the bread and toppings separate, then assemble and grill the next day

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    Cook lentils with plenty of herbs and some vinegar for an easy and healthy supper. The radicchio and crumbs add more flavour and need only minimal cooking

  • Thai curry noodle soup

    A star rating of 3.5 out of 5.4 ratings

    Make this speedy, spicy and healthy noodle soup using whatever veg you have in the fridge. Filling and flavour-packed, it's ideal for busy weeknights

  • A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.4 ratings

    Serve an easy, romantic meal for two with our roast rack of lamb. We’ve added olives and anchovies, but leave them out if you want to keep it even simpler

  • App onlyCavolo nero pasta. This is a premium piece of content available to registered users.

    A star rating of 3.8 out of 5.4 ratings

    Rustle up this easy pasta dish served with a vibrant green sauce, thanks to the cavolo nero. It comes together in a flash – on the table in just 20 minutes

  • A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.12 ratings

    Mussels, scallops and king prawns make this shellfish supper for two a real treat - it works just as well with spaghetti or linguini

  • Spicy harissa bean stew

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.3 ratings

    Make the most of harissa to add a boost of flavour to this butterbean, spinach and ricotta stew. Packed with nutrients, it delivers four of your 5-a-day

  • A star rating of 4 out of 5.21 ratings

    Who doesn’t love a creamy chicken pasta? If you don’t have broccoli, there are so many alternatives – green beans, halved brussels sprouts or leafy greens

  • A star rating of 3.7 out of 5.6 ratings

    Mash the squash in this ramen into the base to make a lovely creamy soup with a hint of sweetness. Top with purple sprouting broccoli or any veg you have in the fridge

  • A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.18 ratings

    Rustle up this protein-packed salad in just 25 minutes. Made with sirloin steak, fried aubergine and feta in a zesty dressing, it makes a great summer dish

  • Braised ox cheek wellingtons with peppercorn gravy

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.17 ratings

    Crisp puff pastry covers tender meat in these individual wellingtons – the ultimate main course for a romantic Valentine's Day meal for two

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Dinner recipes for two (2024)

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What is the cheapest meal to make? ›

Budget dinner recipes
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What can 2 people eat? ›

Dinner for Two
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How many dishes should 2 people have? ›

How many dinner plates should you own per person? Traditionally, it is suggested that three to four plates for each person are optimal. However, this number can increase when you are setting up a formal table.

What is the poor man's meal? ›

Potatoes were also inexpensive and used extensively. Some meals even used both. One of these meals was called the Poor Man's Meal. It combined potatoes, onions, and hot dogs into one hearty, inexpensive dish, which was perfect for the hard times people had fallen on.

What to cook when broke? ›

So here are seven of our favorite recipes for when you're too afraid to even check your bank account.
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How to feed 3 people with $10? ›

Ten Healthy Family Meals Under $10
  1. Healthy Fried Rice.
  2. Pasta Salad.
  3. Fettuccini Alfredo… or Bowtie, or Shells, or Rotini.
  4. Rosemary White Bean Soup or Turkey White Bean Chili.
  5. Black Bean and Sweet Potato Burritos.
  6. Black-eyed Peas and Pork…with Kale.
  7. Enchilada Casserole.
  8. Down-home Macaroni and Cheese.

What is the most romantic meal? ›

Whether you're serving a roasted rack of lamb or silky, rich pasta, a romantic dinner for two can make an ordinary evening a little more special. Go big with pan-roasted lobster or steak frites, or try your hand at homemade pizza.

What should I cook my girlfriend for dinner? ›

Date night recipes
  • Vanilla panna cotta. A star rating of 4.6 out of 5. ...
  • Next level spaghetti carbonara. ...
  • Steak Diane. ...
  • Quick honey & garlic pork chops. ...
  • One-pan sirloin steak & creamy mushroom sauce. ...
  • White chocolate & cardamom tart with raspberry dust. ...
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  • Chicken & mushroom wellington.

What to cook for dinner when nothing sounds good? ›

What to eat when nothing sounds good: 25 balanced meal ideas
  • Ham or turkey & cheese sandwich with a side of fruit.
  • Rotisserie chicken with frozen microwaveable rice and veggies.
  • “Adult Lunchable”: cheese, crackers, deli meat, raw fruits or veggies with dip.
  • Frozen chicken tenders or nuggets on top of a salad.
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What to cook when you have almost nothing? ›

15 Delicious Things to Throw Together When You're Pressed for Food Options
  1. Buttery, gooey grilled cheese. ...
  2. PB&J because duh. ...
  3. Tuna melt tostadas. ...
  4. Pancakes! ...
  5. Scrambled eggs. ...
  6. Waffles. ...
  7. A Hagrid-size bowl of cereal. ...
  8. Spaghetti carbonara.
Apr 28, 2020

What to make when you have no time to cook? ›

Try making food ahead of time! Overnight oats are all the rage these days because they're a healthy, delicious, and easy go-to in the morning (having cooked overnight!). We also recommend batch cooking brown rice, quinoa, farro, and other healthy grains to have in the fridge for when the week gets busy.

How do you plan a couple dinner? ›

  1. Clear Your Schedule and Set Ground Rules.
  2. Curate the Menu.
  3. Stick to a Recipe You Can Easily Prepare.
  4. Do Your Prep Work Well in Advance.
  5. Set the Mood and Enjoy Your Meal.
Feb 9, 2024

What do I have for dinner tonight? ›

Simple and easy meals
  • Fish puttanesca.
  • Chicken and mushroom pie.
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  • Creamy squash and sage gnocchi.
  • Mushroom and gnocchi bake.
  • Smoked mackerel with rainbow lentil slaw.
  • Fish puttanesca.
  • Chicken and mushroom pie.

What do I want for dinner tonight? ›

50 Easy Dinner Ideas
  • Spaghetti alla Carbonara.
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  • Chicken Piccata Pasta.
  • Pasta with Turkey Sausage and Peas.
  • Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo (or Stovetop)
  • Pasta Puttanesca.
  • One-Pot Penne Pasta with Ground Turkey and Spinach.
  • Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli with Whole Wheat Pasta.

What is 2 meals a day lifestyle? ›

The two meal diet plan is exactly what it sounds like... you just eat two meals a day instead of three. And this form of intermittent fasting is extremely effective for weight loss because it gets you into a calorie deficit while also making you feel more satisfied, limiting overeating throughout the day.

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