Tag: weeknight dinner
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Quick One-Pot Goulash for Two (Budget-Friendly)
A simple, pantry-friendly one-pot goulash that’s budget-friendly, filling, and often stretches into leftovers for another meal. Servings: 2 generous servings (often with leftovers) Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: About 25 minutes 🛒 Ingredients 🧑🍳 Instructions 🔄 Options & Variations Budget Breakdown (at time of publishing) 🧰 Equipment Medium Saucepan or…
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Homemade Shake and Bake Seasoning Blend (Pantry Staple)
This homemade Shake and Bake–style seasoning blend is a versatile pantry staple you can keep on hand for quick, crispy chicken or pork anytime—just scoop out what you need and save the rest for later. Prep Time 5 minutes Total Time 5 minutes Yield About 2½–3 cups seasoning blend (enough for multiple meals) Equipment Italicized…
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Chicken & Rice with Queso (for Two)
Tender, seasoned chicken served over Spanish rice and topped with warm queso dip—an easy, comforting dinner inspired by a restaurant favorite and perfect for cooking for two. 🕒 Times & Servings 🛒 Ingredients 👩🍳 Instructions 🍽️ To Serve 🔗 Related Recipe:Copycat Texas Roadhouse Steak Seasoninghttps://netsmealsfortwo.com/copycat-texas-roadhouse-steak-seasoning-for-two/ 💡 Tips & Variations ❄️ Storage 🧰 Equipment Bowl with…
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Beef Vegetable Soup for Two (Budget-Friendly)
A simple, budget-friendly beef vegetable soup made in the slow cooker with everyday ingredients and just the right amount for two. Servings: 2Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 4 hours (High) or 7–8 hours (Low)Total Time: About 4–8 hours Ingredients Instructions Tips Serving Suggestions Storage Budget-Friendly Substitutions Equipment Plan Your Meals With Ease Stay organized and…
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No-Peek Chicken for Two
Servings: 2Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutesTotal Time: About 1 hour 20 minutes Ingredients Directions Tips Substitutions Equipment As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Budget Note: This pantry casserole cost about $4.00 for the entire dish, with just enough left over for lunch the next day…
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Half-Box Dump Cake for Two
Prep Time5 minutes Cook Time30 minutes Total Time35 minutes Servings2 generous servings (or 4 small scoops) Ingredients Directions Tips Flavor Pairing Suggestions These are just ideas—mix and match based on what you love. Equipment As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Plan Your Meals With Ease Stay…
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DIY Dry Onion Soup Mix (Makes About 9 Packets)
Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 0 minutesTotal Time: 5 minutesServings: About 9 packets (3 tablespoons = 1 packet) ⭐ Ingredients ⭐ Directions ⭐ How to Use This Mix Use 3 tablespoons to equal 1 packet (like Lipton). For Onion Soup For Classic Onion Dip Mix 3 tablespoons of the soup mix into 1 (16 oz.)…
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Smothered Cube Steak for Two
Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 3–5 hoursTotal Time: 3 hours 5 minutes (HIGH) or 5 hours 5 minutes (LOW)Servings: 2 Ingredients Directions Tips Serving Suggestions Equipment Slow Cooker – Perfect for hands-off cooking and tenderizing cube steak.⭐👉 View on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4inDY75 Liquid Measuring Cup – Ideal for mixing gravy smoothly and accurately.⭐👉 View on Amazon:…
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Easy Peach Cobbler for Two
A small-batch, cozy peach cobbler made with simple pantry staples — perfect for just the two of you. Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 25–30 minutes Total Time: 30–35 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients Directions Substitutions Tips Equipment Plan Your Meals With Ease Cooking for two just got simpler. This Meal Planner helps you stay organized,…
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Quick Easy Dinner Rolls for Two
These soft, fluffy 3-ingredient dinner rolls come together in minutes and bake up golden and delicious — perfect for small family meals. Ingredients Directions Equipment This section contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Serving Suggestions Tips Plan Your Meals With Ease Cooking for two just got simpler. This Meal…