{"id":80797,"date":"2026-07-27T22:31:48","date_gmt":"2026-07-27T22:31:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hobbylifeafterretirement.com\/?product=5-ingredient-cooking-for-two-100-recipes-portioned-for-pairs"},"modified":"2026-07-27T22:32:03","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T22:32:03","slug":"5-ingredient-cooking-for-two-100-recipes-portioned-for-pairs","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/hobbylifeafterretirement.com\/?product=5-ingredient-cooking-for-two-100-recipes-portioned-for-pairs","title":{"rendered":"5-Ingredient Cooking for Two: 100+ Recipes Portioned for Pairs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Price: <span style=\"color:#b12704\">$23.07<\/span><br \/><i><small>(as of Jul 27, 2026 22:31:49 UTC &#8211; <span class=\"wp_automatic_amazon_disclaimer\" title=\"Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date\/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.\">Details<\/span>)<\/small><\/i><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/1646110986?tag=healthyreti0f-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p>Simple and flavorful 5-ingredient meals\u2015tailor-made for your table of two<\/p>\n<p>Small-batch cooking is a great way to save time and reduce waste\u2015and with just a few ingredients, you can truly let the natural flavors of your dishes shine. This cookbook simplifies cooking for two, highlighting wholesome, healthy recipes requiring only five everyday ingredients.<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll find 100 delicious two-person meals, from Breakfast Quesadillas to Blueberry Clafoutis, as well as budget-savvy shopping lists, tips on meal planning, and easy cooking techniques to elevate each flavorful dish.<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy wholesome meals made for two with:<\/p>\n<p>Tasty variations\u2015Make your dishes special with elegant garnishes and pairing tips.Quick and easy recipes\u2015Spend less time in the kitchen with 30-minute meals that can be made in one pan or one pot, or make-ahead freezer-friendly options.Tips and tricks\u2015Reduce cook times and cost with advice on making your own spice blends, buying in bulk, and minimizing food waste.<\/p>\n<p>Scale down your recipe yields without sacrificing taste with this delicious couple&#8217;s cookbook.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p>                                                 From the Publisher   <\/p>\n<p>                                                  <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"cooking for two, 5 ingredient cookbook, cooking for two cookbooks, couples cookbook\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/G\/01\/x-locale\/common\/grey-pixel.gif\" class=\"a-lazy-loaded\" data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/16f2b51c-6cfd-4adc-a012-7af6f2a7c75f.__CR0,0,970,300_PT0_SX970_V1___.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"cooking for two, 5 ingredient cookbook, cooking for two cookbooks, couples cookbook\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/16f2b51c-6cfd-4adc-a012-7af6f2a7c75f.__CR0,0,970,300_PT0_SX970_V1___.jpg\">  <\/p>\n<h3> The art of cooking for two, simplified <\/h3>\n<p> With just five ingredients or less, it\u2019s easy to prepare dishes you and your partner will love. <\/p>\n<p>                                                  <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"cooking for two, 5 ingredient cookbook, cooking for two cookbooks, cooking for two easy\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/G\/01\/x-locale\/common\/grey-pixel.gif\" class=\"a-lazy-loaded\" data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/a3eeb77b-b970-4458-89dd-6d6dc695b29f.__CR0,0,970,300_PT0_SX970_V1___.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"cooking for two, 5 ingredient cookbook, cooking for two cookbooks, cooking for two easy\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/a3eeb77b-b970-4458-89dd-6d6dc695b29f.__CR0,0,970,300_PT0_SX970_V1___.jpg\">  <\/p>\n<h3> So good. So quick.  <\/h3>\n<p> Discover 100+ wholesome recipes that can be made in a snap, or at least on a weeknight. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"a-spacing-small\"> 5-Ingredient Cooking for Two is more than a couple\u2019s cookbook. Inside, you\u2019ll find: <\/h3>\n<p class=\"apm-text-center\">\n                                                      <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"cooking for two, 5 ingredient cookbook, cooking for two cookbooks, couples cookbook\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/G\/01\/x-locale\/common\/grey-pixel.gif\" class=\"a-spacing-mini a-lazy-loaded\" data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/f54f99a4-3eec-4f9c-a25d-88496abddbc2.__CR0,0,300,300_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"cooking for two, 5 ingredient cookbook, cooking for two cookbooks, couples cookbook\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/f54f99a4-3eec-4f9c-a25d-88496abddbc2.__CR0,0,300,300_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\">  <\/p>\n<p>                                                    Shopping tips                                        <\/p>\n<p> Learn when you should buy in bulk, what you can freeze, and which fresh ingredients you should splurge on. <\/p>\n<p class=\"apm-text-center\">\n                                                      <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"cooking for two, 5 ingredient cookbook, cooking for two cookbooks, couples cookbook\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/G\/01\/x-locale\/common\/grey-pixel.gif\" class=\"a-spacing-mini a-lazy-loaded\" data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/0e6b13dd-fa6f-4be1-babd-5467160abb93.__CR0,0,300,300_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"cooking for two, 5 ingredient cookbook, cooking for two cookbooks, couples cookbook\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/0e6b13dd-fa6f-4be1-babd-5467160abb93.__CR0,0,300,300_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\">  <\/p>\n<p>                                                    Kitchen shortcuts                                       <\/p>\n<p> Explore tips on how to reduce prep time and cleanup, so you can spend more time with each other outside of the kitchen. <\/p>\n<p class=\"apm-text-center\">\n                                                      <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"cooking for two, 5 ingredient cookbook, cooking for two cookbooks, couples cookbook\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/G\/01\/x-locale\/common\/grey-pixel.gif\" class=\"a-spacing-mini a-lazy-loaded\" data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/f010d790-6348-4991-b18d-2d6290fd6086.__CR0,0,300,300_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"cooking for two, 5 ingredient cookbook, cooking for two cookbooks, couples cookbook\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/f010d790-6348-4991-b18d-2d6290fd6086.__CR0,0,300,300_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\">  <\/p>\n<p>                                                    Meal planning                                       <\/p>\n<p> It\u2019s easier to save time and effort when you have a plan. Discover advice on how to approach a week\u2019s worth of meals and use ingredients before they go bad. <\/p>\n<p> Publisher                                            \u200f                                            :                                            \u200e                                                        Callisto       <br \/> Publication date                                            \u200f                                            :                                            \u200e                                                        June 9, 2020       <br \/> Language                                            \u200f                                            :                                            \u200e                                            English   <br \/> Print length                                            \u200f                                            :                                            \u200e                                                        188 pages       <br \/> ISBN-10                                            \u200f                                            :                                            \u200e                                                        1646110986       <br \/> ISBN-13                                            \u200f                                            :                                            \u200e                                                        978-1646110988       <br \/> Item Weight                                            \u200f                                            :                                            \u200e                                            1 pounds   <br \/> Dimensions                                            \u200f                                            :                                            \u200e                                                        7.5 x 0.46 x 9.25 inches       <br \/>       Best Sellers Rank:  #43,482 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)    #162 in Cooking for One or Two   #329 in Quick &#038; 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