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Single Serve Recipes

With the rise of meal prep and individualized eating, single serve recipes have become increasingly popular. These small-batch dishes allow home cooks to prepare a personalized meal with minimal waste and maximum convenience. Whether you're cooking for one or prefer not to deal with leftovers, single serve recipes offer flexibility and ease in the kitchen.

Perfect for One: Benefits of Single Serve Cooking​

Cooking for one can be just as satisfying as cooking for a crowd, especially when it comes to preserving ingredients and reducing food waste. Single serve recipes also cater to various dietary needs and preferences, making them ideal for special occasions or everyday meals. In this article, we'll explore the benefits of single serve cooking and provide you with delicious recipe ideas to try at home.

Mini Breakfast Recipes​

Start your day off right with these mouthwatering breakfast options that yield a single serving:

Mini Frittata​

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 small mushroom, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Whisk eggs, add salt, and mix well. Heat the oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant. Pour in the egg mixture and let it set. Finish with the sliced mushroom.

Cinnamon Roll Waffle​

  • 1 whole wheat waffle
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup mixed berries

Cook a single serving of waffles according to package instructions. Top with softened butter, sprinkle with cinnamon, and add fresh berries.

Quick Lunch Recipes​

For a speedy lunch that won't leave you feeling hungry or bored:

Chicken Salad Wrap​

  • 1 boneless chicken breast, cooked and diced
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup chopped celery
  • 1 small tortilla wrap

In a bowl, combine the chicken, mayonnaise, mustard, and celery. Spoon the mixture onto a single serving of tortilla wrap.

Quesadilla​

  • 1 small flour tortilla
  • 1 tablespoon shredded cheese
  • 1/4 cup cooked chicken or beans

Place the tortilla in a pan over medium heat. Sprinkle with cheese and add your desired filling. Cook until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese melts.

Dinner Delights​

These single serve dinner recipes will become new favorites:

Garlic Shrimp​

  • 2 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Heat butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds before adding the shrimp. Cook until pink.

Baked Potato​

  • 1 baking potato
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese
  • Chopped herbs or chives (optional)

Bake the potato in a preheated oven at 400°F for 45-60 minutes, or until tender. Top with cheese and desired toppings.

Dessert Options​

Sweet treats that fit perfectly into your single serve recipe collection:

Chocolate Mug Cake​

  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Mix dry ingredients, then whisk in the wet ingredients. Pour into a microwave-safe mug and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Berry Sorbet​

  • 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Ice cubes

Combine berries and honey in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and freeze for at least an hour to achieve the desired sorbet consistency.