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Category: Main dish

“Centerpiece Meals” – Our “Main Dish” category is the heart of any meal. It features a wide range of recipes, from succulent meats and hearty vegetarian options to flavorful pastas and exotic global dishes. These recipes are designed to impress and satisfy, perfect for daily dinners or special occasions.

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Pork Adobo
Main dishPorkStews

Pork Adobo

Ingredients: 2 -3 lbs boneless pork, cut into bite-sized chunks6 -10 garlic cloves, crushed1...

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Orange Chicken For Two
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Orange Chicken For Two

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves4 tablespoons...

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Macaroni and Cheese Ala Isaac and Good and Plenty
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Macaroni and Cheese Ala Isaac and Good and Plenty

Ingredients: 1 lb macaroni ( cooked)2 cups yellow cheddar cheese2 cups muenster cheese2 cups...

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Smothered Chicken Sandwich
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Smothered Chicken Sandwich

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves ( 6 small)1 (10 1/2...

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Ham and Potato Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Ham and Potato Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ham, sliced 1/2 inch thick1 tablespoon bacon fat2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons...

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Herbed Salmon Fillet
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Herbed Salmon Fillet

Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs ( your choice)2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1...

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Beef 'n Noodle Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Beef ‘n Noodle Casserole

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef4 garlic cloves1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, cleaned &...

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Blue Cheese and Lemon Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Blue Cheese and Lemon Chicken

Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups sour cream6 ounces mild blue cheese, crumbled ( about 1...

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Japanese Eggplant (Aubergine) With Tofu
BeansMain dishSoy/tofu

Japanese Eggplant (Aubergine) With Tofu

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sherry wine1 tablespoon dark sesame oil1 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon fresh...

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Fresh Kielbasa with Sauerkraut
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Fresh Kielbasa with Sauerkraut

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh kielbasa1 lb country-style pork ribs6 tablespoons apple juice3 large onions,...

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Chicken Smothered in Peanut Sauce
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Smothered in Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 1 onions, chopped4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon...

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Shrimp-Eggplant Beignets With Remoulade Sauce
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Shrimp-Eggplant Beignets With Remoulade Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 eggplants ( 5 cups peeled and diced)2 garlic cloves,...

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Blue Ribbon Tater-Tot Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Blue Ribbon Tater-Tot Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef2 cups chopped broccoli, freshly steamed1 (3 ounce) cans durkee...

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Braised Red Cabbage
Main dishOne Dish mealPotatoes

Braised Red Cabbage, Apples, and Brats

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons rendered bacon fat2 tablespoons sugar1 small yellow onions, chopped4 cups shredded...

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Euvedge (Goulash-Type Stew)
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Euvedge (Goulash-Type Stew)

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil4 medium onions, cut into crescents3 garlic cloves, crushed3 tablespoons...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Roast Meatloaf

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef1/2 cup onions, Chopped, 1 Md1 large eggs1/2 cup...

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BLT Layered Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

BLT Layered Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup sour cream1 cup mayonnaise or 1 cup salad dressing1 tablespoon lemon...

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Beef Teriyaki
BeefMain dishMeat

Beef Teriyaki

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless sirloin steaks, 1 inch thick1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans...

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Basil
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Basil, Cilantro and Macadamia Nut Chicken

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken ( I use breasts or thighs)2 tablespoons fresh...

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Tex Mex Bake
BeefGround beefMain dish

Tex Mex Bake

Ingredients: 2 cups frito’s original corn chips, crushed1 large eggs, beaten2 tablespoons water1 1/2...

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Hash Browns Beef Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealWeeknight

Hash Browns Beef Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 medium onions, chopped1 garlic cloves, minced1 (14 ounce) cans...

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Glazed Grilled Fish
FishMain dishSeafood

Glazed Grilled Fish

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons fruit chutney1 tablespoon honey1 tablespoon...

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Pizza Burritos
CheeseLunch/snacksMain dish

Pizza Burritos

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans refried beans2 (14 ounce) cans pizza sauce8 ounces mozzarella...

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Main dishMeatPork

Roasted Pork Loin with Sage and Dried Berry Stuffing

Ingredients: 1 cup dried cranberries1/3 cup apple cider1/2 cup hazelnuts1/4 cup butter2 large shallots,...

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Sausage Crepes
BreakfastMain dishPancakes and waffles

Sausage Crepes

Ingredients: 3 eggs1 cup milk1 tablespoon oil1 cup flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 lb sausage, bob...

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Lomos Saltados
BeefMain dishMeat

Lomos Saltados

Ingredients: 1 -1 1/2 lb thinly sliced beef ( I use sirloin or London...

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Chinese Chicken and Broccoli
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Chinese Chicken and Broccoli

Ingredients: 6 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts2 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon pepper3 green onions, with...

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Baked Polenta With Mushrooms
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Baked Polenta With Mushrooms

Ingredients: 4 1/2 cups water or 4 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth1 1/2...

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ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Grilled Chicken Yakitori

Ingredients: 1/2 cup light soy sauce1/4 cup apple juice2 tablespoons brown sugar2 teaspoons grated...

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Fresh Salmon Salad Nicoise
Main dishSaladsSalmon

Fresh Salmon Salad Nicoise

Ingredients: 6 ounces frozen salmon fillets3/4 lb red new potatoes3/4 pickling cucumbers, sliced and...

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Angel Hair with Spicy Eggplant Sauce
Main dishPastaVegetables

Angel Hair with Spicy Eggplant Sauce

Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta1 lb eggplants, peeled and cubed ( about...

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Meat and Nut Loaf
Main dishMeatOne Dish meal

Meat and Nut Loaf

Ingredients: 750 g minced meat1 cup tomatoes, chopped1 cup onions, chopped3 cups whole wheat...

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Steak Au Poivre (Classic)
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Steak Au Poivre (Classic)

Ingredients: 4 beef loin steaks, cut 1-inch thick1 tablespoon kosher salt2 tablespoons whole black...

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Baked Pasta With Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Ricotta Cheese
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Baked Pasta With Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Ricotta Cheese

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 onions, peeled and chopped2 garlic cloves, peeled and...

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CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Company’s Coming Pasta Casserole for a Crowd

Ingredients: 1 lb shell macaroni4 lbs lean ground beef4 medium onions, chopped1 teaspoon garlic...

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Solo Honey Mustard Steak and Pasta
BeefLunch/snacksMain dish

Solo Honey Mustard Steak and Pasta

Ingredients: 3 -4 ounces beef chuck eye steak ( OR Sirloin)1 cup dry pasta...

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Pollo Pulqueros (Chicken
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Pollo Pulqueros (Chicken, Tomatillo, and Jalapeno Stew)

Ingredients: 1 medium onions, cut into 1/4 inch rounds4 medium red potatoes, cut into...

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Onion Rice With Peas and Fried Potatoes
Long Grain riceMain dishSide dishes

Onion Rice With Peas and Fried Potatoes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups basmati rice2 tablespoons oil3 cardamom pods ( give them a...

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Bbq Pork Tenderloin
Lunch/snacksMain dishPork loins

Bbq Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloins1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon montreal brand steak seasoning1 teaspoon...

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Hungarian-Ish Dumpling and Egg Noodle Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Hungarian-Ish Dumpling and Egg Noodle Soup

Ingredients: 2 (1 quart) boxes chicken broth, such as Kitchen Basics brand1 lb ground...

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Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Steeped Salmon With Chive and Dill Sauce

Ingredients: 4 (5 ounce) thin salmon fillets, skin removedwater1 lemons, sliced1 small onions, sliced3/4...

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Stilton Stuffed Filet Mignon
BeefMain dishPork

Stilton Stuffed Filet Mignon

Ingredients: 1 lb Red Bliss potatoes, quarteredcracked black peppersalt1 tablespoon dried thyme2 tablespoons olive...

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Colorado Pie
Ground beefMain dishSavory pies

Colorado Pie

Ingredients: 1 pastry for double-crust pie1 lb lean ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions1 tablespoon...

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Hot Chilli Paneer
CheeseMain dishSide dishes

Hot Chilli Paneer

Ingredients: 250 g panir, cut into 1-2cm cubes1 onions, finely chopped1 large tomatoes, grated6...

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Strawberry Margarita Tuna
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Strawberry Margarita Tuna

Ingredients: 1/2 cup margarita mix, nonalcoholic3 tablespoons lime juice1 garlic cloves, minced1 1/2 lbs...

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Jalapeno-lime Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Jalapeno-lime Chicken

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon lime zest1 tablespoon lime juice1 jalapeno peppers, seeded...

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Marvelous Macaroni and Cheese
CasserolesElbow macaroniMain dish

Marvelous Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 lb macaroni ( I prefer large elbows or medium shells)6 tablespoons all-purpose...

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The Perfect Burger
BeefGround beefMain dish

The Perfect Burger

Ingredients: 1 eggs1 teaspoon mustard ( regular or Dijon)1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 small onions,...

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Chicken and Pesto Pasta Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Chicken and Pesto Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 150 g green beans, trimmed and cut in half200 g penne or 200...

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Cajun Shrimp and Andouille in Cream Sauce
Main dishPastaShrimp

Cajun Shrimp and Andouille in Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined1 lb andouille sausages or 1 lb...

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Granny's Simple Way Fried Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Granny’s Simple Way Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 1 whole broiler-fryer chickens ( cut up or preferred pieces)salt ( enough to...

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Mom's Stove Top Tuna-Noodle Dinner
Main dishOne Dish mealTuna

Mom’s Stove Top Tuna-Noodle Dinner

Ingredients: 12 ounces small shell pasta ( shells, small ziti, macaroni)1 (7 ounce) cans...

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Gnocchi Parisienne
Lunch/snacksMain dishPasta

Gnocchi Parisienne

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter ( 1/2 stick)1 cup milk1 cup all-purpose flour3 large...

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Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Javanese Roasted Salmon and Wilted Spinach

Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, plus3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided1 teaspoon dry crushed red...

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Reduced-Fat Eggplant (Aubergine) Parmesan
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Reduced-Fat Eggplant (Aubergine) Parmesan

Ingredients: 1 large eggplants4 -6 ounces tomato sauce1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon minced garlic1...

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Individual Sausage Loaves
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Individual Sausage Loaves

Ingredients: 1 lb bulk pork sausage1/2 cup chopped onions1/2 cup chopped green peppers1/2 cup...

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Favorite  Gourmet Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Favorite Gourmet Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef1 cup Pepperidge Farm Herb Stuffing1 cup tomato...

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Crusted Tofu
AppetizersMain dishSoy/tofu

Crusted Tofu

Ingredients: 1 lb firm tofu1 cup buttermilk1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil2 cups corn flakes,...

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Jamaican Pork Wraps (low-fat)
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Jamaican Pork Wraps (low-fat)

Ingredients: 1 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into matchstick sized pieces2 (8 ounce)...

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Beef in Tomato-Wine Sauce
BeefMain dishMeat

Beef in Tomato-Wine Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltfresh ground black pepper, to taste2 lbs round...

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