cooking for 2

Sometimes pairing down recipes is more difficult than you'd think. Especially when a recipe calls for an odd number of an ingredient. The secret is to divide by volume. You end up wasting some, but it works.

cupid's kitchen

Turn cooking into a fun way to spend time with your partner. Not only will it bring you closer together, you'll save money by eating in. Here are tips to help you get started:

- get inspired by watching cooking shows or bring up old memories of favorites your grandma used to make.
- start simple. find recipes with few ingredients and easy steps.
- keep it fun. set the table with candles and wine or pack things up to go for an out or indoor picnic.
- make a date of it. from the meal selection, the grocery shopping, the cooking itself, the eating and the cleaning up.