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    Risotto Recipes for Two (Date Night Dinners!)

    Looking for a solid date night in recipe for Valentine’s Day (or any day, really)? Here are my favorite risotto recipes designed to make 2-3 servings! There are vegetarian options, pescatarian options,

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    January 27, 2026

    Chicken Bacon Ranch Bowls for Two

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    January 18, 2026

    Small Batch Beef & Bean Chili for Two

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    January 12, 2026

    Classic + Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup (Small Batch)

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  • A ceramic bowl full of creamy chicken enchilada soup garnished with sour cream, shredded cheese, and cilantro. A linen and spoon rest nearby, as well as cilantro leaves and lime wedges.

    Chicken Enchilada Soup (Small Batch)

    Makes: 6 cups (1 1/2 quarts) / Prep Time: 15 minutes / Cook Time: 45 minutes A super flavorful, slightly creamy, small batch chicken enchilada soup recipe that comes together in about Continue Reading
  • A bowl of creamy chicken and wild rice soup with a spoon in it and a linen and glass of wine resting nearby.

    Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup (Small Batch)

    Makes about 1 1/2 quarts | Prep Time: 15 minutes / Cook Time: 30 minutes An easy, creamy chicken and wild rice soup that is cozy, hearty, and designed to make about Continue Reading
  • A bowl full of creamy soup with black beans, chicken, and poblano peppers peeking through the top of the soup. It is garnished with lime wedges and cilantro, and a spoon handle rests in it.

    Easy Chicken, Poblano, and Black Bean Soup (Small Batch)

    A smaller batch chicken poblano soup recipe that makes about 1 ½ quarts of shredded chicken, poblano pepper, and black bean soup. This is a creamy soup that is packed with flavor, and comes together in Continue Reading
  • Small Batch Chicken and Vegetable Soup

    A super delicious chicken vegetable soup recipe for two people that makes about one quart of soup and comes together in about 45 minutes; but try to let it simmer for another Continue Reading

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  • A ceramic plate with a cheesy chicken enchilada resting on it - the enchilada is cut in half so the inside is revealed.

    Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas (Small Batch)

  • A closeup shot of a tortilla stuffed with shredded chicken, lettuce, avocado slices, all drizzled with a creamy sauce. Three tacos rest on a plate with a small bowl in the background.

    Shredded Chicken Tacos with Creamy Chimichurri Sauce

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    Crispy Baked Ground Turkey Tacos with Avocado Sauce

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    Paper Plane Cocktail Recipe

    The Paper Plane cocktail is a delightfully complex, boozy modern classic cocktail. It is made with equal parts bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Nonino, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. It’s also one of my Continue Reading
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    Basil Blueberry Gin Sour Cocktail

    An awesome blueberry gin cocktail with a touch of fresh basil. Gin cocktails are absolutely delicious this time of year, and this gorgeous basil blueberry gin sour cocktail is no exception. This Continue Reading
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    Aperol Sour Cocktail

    ‘Tis the season for making fun cocktails, and this Aperol Sour cocktail recipe is no exception when it comes to fun. It’s bright pink, well balanced, and has a smooth, velvety texture. Continue Reading

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    Creamy Lemon and Pea Risotto with Salmon

  • Chicken parmesan cut into pieces resting atop a circular blue plate.

    Crispy Chicken Parmesan Recipe for Two

  • A white ceramic bowl full of cheesy cheddar risotto and broccoli with a silver spoon tucked into it.

    Roasted Broccoli and Cheddar Risotto for Two

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    Tomato, Basil, and Bacon Pappardelle Pasta for Two

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