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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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Moussaka
Main dishOne Dish mealVegetables

Moussaka, Aunt Dana Style

Ingredients: 2 lbs zucchini or 2 lbs eggplants or 2 lbs potatoes, in any...

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Gingered Lemon Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Gingered Lemon Chicken

Ingredients: 2 cups broccoli florets1 tablespoon oil12 ounces boneless chicken breast halves, cut into...

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Pasta With Grilled Eggplant and Onions
Main dishOnionsPasta

Pasta With Grilled Eggplant and Onions

Ingredients: 2 eggplants, sliced 1/2 inch thick3 red onions, sliced 1/2 inch thick1/2 cup...

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Creamy Ham and Cheese Quiche
BreakfastMain dishSavory pies

Creamy Ham and Cheese Quiche

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup4 eggs1 cup ham, diced (...

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Filet Mignon With Whiskey Cream Sauce
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Filet Mignon With Whiskey Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 2 (1/2 lb) beef tenderloin steaks ( about 1 pound total)salt1 tablespoon cracked...

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Pork Tenderloin with Creamy Mustard Sauce
Main dishPorkPork loins

Pork Tenderloin with Creamy Mustard Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup soy sauce1/4 cup Bourbon2 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar2 lbs pork tenderloins2/3...

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Chili Dip
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Chili Dip

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 can refried beans1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 cup salsa1 cup...

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Milwaukee Pork Chops
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Milwaukee Pork Chops

Ingredients: 6 pork chops1/2 cup catsup1/2 cup beer2 tablespoons brown sugar Directions: Brown chops.Combine...

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Simple Salsa Chicken
Chicken breastLunch/snacksMain dish

Simple Salsa Chicken

Ingredients: 10 boneless skinless chicken breasts ( 4 ounces each)3 teaspoons taco seasoning1/2 cup...

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Inside Out Chicken Pot Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Inside Out Chicken Pot Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut up1 lb broccoli, cauliflower,and carrots,frozen1 (10...

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Double-Cheese
ChickenMain dishPizza

Double-Cheese, Spinach, and Chicken Pizza

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) packages prepared pizza crust, ready-to-serve original italian ( Like Boboli)1...

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Chicken in Orange Cream
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken in Orange Cream, Low Carb Diabetic

Ingredients: 4 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts, partially frozensaltfresh ground black pepper2 tablespoons butter5...

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Thai Salmon Salad
Main dishOne Dish mealSalmon

Thai Salmon Salad

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons fish sauce4 tablespoons lime juice2 teaspoons brown sugar4 Thai chiles, chopped1...

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Tabbouleh Tomatoes
Main dishPastaTomatoes

Tabbouleh Tomatoes

Ingredients: 10 ounces instant tabbouleh4 scallions, chopped1 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/3...

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Greek Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Greek Lasagna

Ingredients: 9 pieces lasagne pasta, uncooked1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 large onions, finely diced2 garlic...

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German Meat Cakes
Lunch/snacksMain dishMeat

German Meat Cakes

Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground beef1/2 lb ground veal1/2 lb ground pork ( all ground...

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Crustless Spinach Pie
Main dishSide dishesVegetables

Crustless Spinach Pie

Ingredients: 3 eggs3/4 teaspoon salt3 teaspoons wheat germ1 (10 ounce) packages frozen spinach1 lb...

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Kentucky Fried Chicken  (Copycat)
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Kentucky Fried Chicken (Copycat)

Ingredients: 2 cups pancake mix2 (1 ounce) packages Italian salad dressing mix2 eggs1/3 cup...

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Spiced Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Spiced Chicken

Ingredients: 2 partly boneless chicken breasts, skin on1/2 teaspoon sea salt1 clove garlic1 teaspoon...

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Mole Poblano With Chicken
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Mole Poblano With Chicken

Ingredients: 4 chicken breast halves, bone-in and skin on3 tablespoons olive oil1 yellow onions,...

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Student Spag Bol
BeefMain dishSpaghetti

Student Spag Bol

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons cooking oil ( I use corn)2 onions ( depends how much...

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Piquant Turkey-Wild Rice Salad (No Mayo)
Main dishSaladsTurkey

Piquant Turkey-Wild Rice Salad (No Mayo)

Ingredients: 1 cup wild rice, cooked and rinsed with cold water1 cup barley, cooked...

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Chicken Waterzooi Stew
Lunch/snacksMain dishStews

Chicken Waterzooi Stew

Ingredients: 4 stalks celery, julienned4 medium carrots, julienned6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 tablespoon...

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Alpine Turkey or Chicken Casserole
CasserolesMain dishPoultry

Alpine Turkey or Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 4 cups diced cooked turkey or 4 cups cooked chicken2 cups sliced celery2...

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Baby Meatloaves With Bacon Crisps
BeefGround beefMain dish

Baby Meatloaves With Bacon Crisps

Ingredients: 1 onions, finely chopped1/4 cup finely chopped green bell peppers (optional)1 tablespoon fresh...

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Marinated Tuna Steaks
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Marinated Tuna Steaks

Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) tuna steaks, 1 inch thick1/4 cup soy sauce1/4 cup dry...

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Mediterranean Spaghetti With Tomatoes and Feta
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Mediterranean Spaghetti With Tomatoes and Feta

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon dried oregano1 large garlic cloves, minced2 cups tomatoes,...

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Chicken-Stuffed Green Bell Peppers
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken-Stuffed Green Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 4 large green peppers1/3 cup chopped onions1 teaspoon minced garlic2 tablespoons butter or...

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Beer-Bathed Brats With Sauerkraut and Apples
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Beer-Bathed Brats With Sauerkraut and Apples

Ingredients: 6 fresh bratwursts ( preferably Johnsonville)1 small yellow onions1 small granny smith apples1/2...

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Creamed Chicken Toppers
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Creamed Chicken Toppers

Ingredients: 1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup mayonnaise2 cups...

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Grilled Turkey Burgers
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Grilled Turkey Burgers

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey1/2 cup gruyere cheese, finely grated4 scallions, thinly sliced1/4...

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Arroz Con Pollo 1 Dish Meal
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Arroz Con Pollo 1 Dish Meal

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken, cut into 1/2 inch strips3 tablespoons cooking oil1/2...

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Stewed Chicken With Wine Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Stewed Chicken With Wine Sauce

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs3/4 cup water3/4 cup white wine2 tablespoons tomato paste4...

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Linguica
< 4 hoursMain dishSoups & stews

Linguica, Kale, and Potato Soup

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil3 medium waxy potatoes, peeled & diced (...

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Vegetarian Bean Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Vegetarian Bean Pasta

Ingredients: 12 ounces dry linguine28 ounces canned tomatoes or 28 ounces fresh tomatoes1 (15...

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Cheddar Cordon Bleu
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Cheddar Cordon Bleu

Ingredients: 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts1 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons garlic powder2 cups grated...

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Grits Casserole
BreakfastCasserolesMain dish

Grits Casserole

Ingredients: 4 cups water1 cup grits1/2 cup margarine2 cups grated cheddar cheese3 eggs, beaten1/3...

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Lainie's Wahoo Marinade
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Lainie’s Wahoo Marinade

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil6 fresh garlic cloves1/3 cup...

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Grilled Vegetable Enchiladas
Main dishNorth americanVegetables

Grilled Vegetable Enchiladas

Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise about 1/8 thick2 medium yellow squash, sliced about...

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Creamy Parmesan Pasta With " Fowl Balls" (Ha Ha!)
Main dishPastaTurkey

Creamy Parmesan Pasta With ” Fowl Balls” (Ha Ha!)

Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground turkey breast3/4 cup finely chopped onions3/4 cup fresh breadcrumbs1/4 cup...

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Creamy Spaghetti With Veggies
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

Creamy Spaghetti With Veggies

Ingredients: 1/2 lb broccoli florets1 cup sliced zucchini1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup thinly...

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Easy Beef and Noodle Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Easy Beef and Noodle Casserole

Ingredients: 8 ounces medium egg noodles, cooked and drained12 ounces roast beef, with gravy...

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Moist and Delicious Italian Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Moist and Delicious Italian Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1/2 cup original Bisquick baking mix1/3 cup Italian dressing1/2 cup progresso garlic and...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) Glazed With Hoisin Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Eggplant (Aubergine) Glazed With Hoisin Sauce

Ingredients: 1/8 cup hoisin sauce1/2 tablespoon oil ( I use canola)2 baby eggplants, halved...

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Vegetarian Fajita Feast
Main dishNorth americanVegetables

Vegetarian Fajita Feast

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons fresh lime juice1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted and ground1/2...

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Ultimate Chicken Cordon Bleu
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Ultimate Chicken Cordon Bleu

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts6 slices swiss cheese6 slices honey-roasted ham3 tablespoons flour1...

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Subru Uncle's  Pao-Bhaji
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Subru Uncle’s Pao-Bhaji

Ingredients: 2 medium carrots, washed, peeled and cut into 1 inch sized cubes5 medium...

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Barbecued Fish in Foil
FishMain dishSaltwater fish

Barbecued Fish in Foil

Ingredients: 2 lbs red snapper or 2 lbs mullet fish ( or other firm-fleshed...

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Spaghetti Sauce with Bacon
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Spaghetti Sauce with Bacon

Ingredients: 1/2 lb bacon, diced1 medium onions, diced1 (26 ounce) jars plain spaghetti sauce1...

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Pancit Bihon
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Pancit Bihon

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs cooked pork ( see note)3 tablespoons vegetable oil2 garlic cloves,...

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BeansMain dishOne Dish meal

Homemade Beanie Weenies

Ingredients: 1 (28 ounce) cans ranch style beans1 (15 ounce) cans pork and beans1...

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Slippy Burgers
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Slippy Burgers

Ingredients: 1 3/4 lbs lean ground beef1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper2...

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Leftover Ham Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Leftover Ham Casserole

Ingredients: 4 large baking potatoes3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine3 tablespoons flour1 cup...

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Italian Hamburgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Italian Hamburgers

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs1/3 cup chopped onions1/3 cup chopped green peppers1 clove garlic,...

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Scottish Steak and Ale over Bleu Cheese Potatoes
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Scottish Steak and Ale over Bleu Cheese Potatoes

Ingredients: 2 lbs aberdeen angus boneless sirloin steaks1 large yellow onions, sliced1/2 cup beef...

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Chicken With Creamy Herb Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken With Creamy Herb Sauce

Ingredients: 6 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/3 cup balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon dried...

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Garlic Butter and Brie Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Garlic Butter and Brie Chicken

Ingredients: 2 chicken breast fillets, trimmed4 tablespoons garlic butter30 g brie cheese, sliced1 cup...

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Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast
CheeseMain dishPoultry

Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half and butterflied ( sliced through...

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Pasta and Broccoli
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Pasta and Broccoli

Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil2 -3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 lb frozen broccoli florets2 tablespoons...

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Basil Sour Cream Meatballs
BeefGround beefMain dish

Basil Sour Cream Meatballs

Ingredients: 3 slices bread, crumbled1/4 cup milk1 eggs, beaten5 tablespoons butter, divided1/2 cup onions,...

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