Cooking for one: 6 tips to keep things practical, flexible and fun By Becky KrystalThe Washington Post Share Honey-Garlic Tofu with Sauteed Broccoli and Sugar Snap Peas is a recipe designed for leftovers that can be frozen or repurposed for a different meal. Photo by Tom McCorkle for The Washington Post Many of us have been spending more time at home over the past 10 months, and a lot more of that time has been spent alone. With the coronavirus pandemic cutting off access to friends and social circles, and all the places we used to gather, that’s no surprise. And if you’re by yourself, you’ve most likely been cooking for one.