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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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Island Chicken Stew
Chicken breastMain dishStews

Island Chicken Stew

Ingredients: 1/2 cup wheat flour4 tablespoons butter4 cups half-and-half4 large chicken breasts, cut into...

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Bacon Wrapped Chicken Rolls
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Bacon Wrapped Chicken Rolls

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts ( at least 6oz each)1 (8 ounce) packages...

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Almond Crusted Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Almond Crusted Chicken

Ingredients: 1/3 cup finely chopped almonds1/4 cup brown sugar1/2 teaspoon garlic salt4 boneless skinless...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishPasta

Pasta With Zucchini Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, crushed3 small zucchini, cut into 2-inch thin...

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Chinese Honey Chicken
Chicken breastMain dishSide dishes

Chinese Honey Chicken

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup water1/2 teaspoon salt1 eggs1...

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Chicken Stuffing Bake
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Stuffing Bake

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) packages chicken flavor stuffing mix4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 (10...

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Laurie's Low-Carb Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Laurie’s Low-Carb Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef ( I have used half ground beef &...

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Herbed Spareribs
Low carbLow in...Main dish

Herbed Spareribs

Ingredients: 3 lbs beef short ribs or 3 lbs spareribs, cut into piecessalt &...

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Chicken Curry In A Hurry
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Curry In A Hurry

Ingredients: 1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise3 tablespoons finely-chopped onions1 teaspoon ground...

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Shrimp
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Shrimp, Asparagus and White Bean Fettuccine

Ingredients: 3 cups cut fresh asparagus, cut in 1 1/2 inch lengths1 1/2 cups...

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CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

One Dish Spicy Pork for Two

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil2 thick pork chops1 cup beef broth ( canned works fine)1/4...

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Quick Oven-Baked Beef Stew
Beef steaksMain dishStews

Quick Oven-Baked Beef Stew

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs beef cube steaks ( about 4 steaks)1/2 cup flour2 tablespoons...

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Vegetarian Groundnut Stew
Main dishSoups & stewsStews

Vegetarian Groundnut Stew

Ingredients: 2 cups chopped onions2 tablespoons peanut oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil1/2 teaspoon...

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Spinach
BreakfastMain dishSavory pies

Spinach, Bacon, and Mushroom Savory Pie

Ingredients: 1 (9 inch) pie crusts ( I use frozen)6 -8 slices bacon, crumbled6...

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Martini Steak
BeefMain dishMeat

Martini Steak

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons minced ginger2 tablespoons vegetable oil1/4 cup dry vermouth2 garlic cloves, crushed1/2...

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Italian Pork Rub
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Italian Pork Rub

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 cup ground paprika2 teaspoons dried oregano...

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Philippine Pancit Guisado (Fried Noodles with mixed meats)
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Philippine Pancit Guisado (Fried Noodles with mixed meats)

Ingredients: 1 lb raw prawns1 lb thin egg noodles3 -4 tablespoons lard or 3...

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One-Pan Potato and Chicken Dijon
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

One-Pan Potato and Chicken Dijon

Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick1 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into...

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Southwest Chili Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Southwest Chili Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 medium onions, chopped2 -3 teaspoons chili powder1 (16...

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Veal Stew
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Veal Stew

Ingredients: 4 lbs veal shoulder, cut into cubes1/4 cup flour2 teaspoons saltpepper1/4 cup butter1/3...

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Beef Taco Rice Skillet
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef Taco Rice Skillet

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelopes taco seasoning mix1 1/2 cups...

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Tuna with Pineapple and Peppers
Main dishPineappleTuna

Tuna with Pineapple and Peppers

Ingredients: 4 (5 ounce) tuna steaks, approx1 can pineapple rings, drained ( reserve 3...

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Pasta Cheese Casserole
CasserolesMain dishSpaghetti

Pasta Cheese Casserole

Ingredients: 12 ounces pasta, cooked4 cups spaghetti sauce1/2-1 lb ground beef, cooked. ( can...

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Chili Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Chili Lasagna

Ingredients: 9 lasagna noodles2 (15 ounce) cans chili without beans15 ounces ricotta cheese3 cups...

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Macaroni
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Macaroni, Spinach, and Cheese Casserole (OAMC)

Ingredients: 12 ounces spinach, trimmed and washed well4 tablespoons unsalted butter or 4 tablespoons...

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Bloody Mary Style Cabbage Jambalaya
Main dishOne Dish mealVegetables

Bloody Mary Style Cabbage Jambalaya

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 package coleslaw mix, with carrots1 small onions, chopped1/2 cup...

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Rosemary Chicken - Low Carb
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Rosemary Chicken – Low Carb

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken pieces, bone-in skin on ( I usually buy all breasts,...

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Smothered Fried Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Smothered Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 2 1/2-3 lbs fryer, cut up1 cup flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon...

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Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon with Blackberry Butter

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons minced shallots2 cloves garlic, minced,divided1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1 cup fresh blackberries1/4...

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Baked Smothered Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Baked Smothered Chicken

Ingredients: 1 fryer, cut upsaltpeppergarlic1/3 cup flour1 1/2 cups cold water3 tablespoons butter, melted...

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Jamaican Pork Skillet
Main dishPorkPork chops

Jamaican Pork Skillet

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil4 well-trimmed center-cut pork chops, cut 1/2 inch thick3/4 teaspoon...

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Abaranger Dino Curry
BeefMain dishPork

Abaranger Dino Curry

Ingredients: 4 cups steamed japanese rice2 onions2 potatoes2 carrots1 clove garlic1/4 lb japanese curry...

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Greek Potato
Main dishPotatoesStews

Greek Potato, Zucchini, and Bean Stew

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil3 cups onions, chopped1 cup potatoes, peeled...

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Chicago-Style Pizza
BeefMain dishPizza

Chicago-Style Pizza

Ingredients: 2 (10 ounce) cans refrigerated pizza doughcooking spray3 ounces shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1...

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Provolone Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Provolone Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts, flattened1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 teaspoon mixed Italian herbs...

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Quesadillas Casserole
BeansCasserolesMain dish

Quesadillas Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans refried beans1 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce1 (4 ounce)...

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My Mum's Salmon Mornay
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

My Mum’s Salmon Mornay

Ingredients: 1 (310 g) cans canned red salmon, drained45 g butter1/2 cup plain floursalt...

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Chinese Chicken Legs
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chinese Chicken Legs

Ingredients: 1 cup chopped scallions1/3 cup prepared barbecue sauce2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce2...

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Szechuan Spaghetti (Noodles With Spicy Meat Sauce)
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Szechuan Spaghetti (Noodles With Spicy Meat Sauce)

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons oil1/4 teaspoon ginger, minced1 stalk scallions, finely chopped1/2 lb ground pork...

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ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Rosemary Chicken

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 teaspoons canola oil1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon...

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Salmon With Tomatoes
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon With Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs salmon steaks4 tablespoons oil2 medium onions, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1...

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Sausage Potato Casserole
CasserolesMain dishPork

Sausage Potato Casserole

Ingredients: 3 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced1 cup grated cheddar cheese or 1...

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Pork and Green Chili Stew
Main dishPorkStews

Pork and Green Chili Stew

Ingredients: 2 -3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 large onions, chopped1 -2 clove garlic, minced3/4 teaspoon...

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Healthy Rigatoni Bake
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Healthy Rigatoni Bake

Ingredients: 1/2 lb extra lean ground beef1 cup oats ( yes, oatmeal, just dry)1...

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Easy Creamy Chicken With Mushrooms and Onions
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Easy Creamy Chicken With Mushrooms and Onions

Ingredients: 2 chicken breast fillets, cut into strips6 -7 medium mushrooms, cut into chunky...

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Super Grilled "cuban" Midnight Sandwich
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Super Grilled “cuban” Midnight Sandwich

Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise5 tablespoons Italian dressing4 hoagie rolls, split lengthwise4 tablespoons prepared mustard1/2...

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Chili Stuffed Baked Potato
< 4 hoursMain dishOne Dish meal

Chili Stuffed Baked Potato

Ingredients: 4 large baking potatoes1/2 lb lean ground beef1 cup processed cheese spread, cubed...

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Asian Steak Salad
BeefMain dishSalads

Asian Steak Salad

Ingredients: 4 cups green cabbage, sliced very thin4 cups red cabbage, sliced very thin5...

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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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Rick's Grilled Chicken Penne Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealPenne

Rick’s Grilled Chicken Penne Pasta

Ingredients: 1/2 medium yellow onions, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Gourmet Beef Burgers

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil1/2 large yellow onions, sliced, separated into rings1/2 large green...

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Broiled Honey-mustard Chicken Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Broiled Honey-mustard Chicken Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1/4 cup Dijon mustard2 tablespoons honey1 teaspoon oregano1 teaspoon water1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8...

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Oven Baked Schnitzel
BeefMain dishMeat

Oven Baked Schnitzel

Ingredients: 4 beef schnitzel140 g tomato paste1 -2 finely chopped onions2 cups grated cheese...

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Spicy Chicken Soup With Hints of Lemongrass and Coconut Milk
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Spicy Chicken Soup With Hints of Lemongrass and Coconut Milk

Ingredients: 400 g chicken breasts, sliced into strips seasoned with1 teaspoon fish sauce1 teaspoon...

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Lemony Broccoli and Chickpea Rigatoni
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Lemony Broccoli and Chickpea Rigatoni

Ingredients: 1 (19 ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed1/3 cup fresh lemon juice3/4 cup...

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Panko Fried Oysters for Two
AppetizersMain dishShellfish

Panko Fried Oysters for Two

Ingredients: 8 ounces fresh select oysters1 large eggs, slightly beaten or 2 egg whites1...

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ChickenMain dishPork

Slim Saltimbocca

Ingredients: 2 medium chicken breasts, skinned, boned and halved lengthwise2 ounces very thinly sliced...

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Vegetarian (lacto-ovo) Sweet Potato Taquitos
Main dishPotatoesYam/sweet potato

Vegetarian (lacto-ovo) Sweet Potato Taquitos

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans vegetarian refried beans1 (16 ounce) cans sweet potatoes, mashed3/4...

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Greek-Style Pasta with Shrimp
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Greek-Style Pasta with Shrimp

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil4 teaspoons minced garlic1 lb uncooked peeled and deveined medium...

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Yogurt Sesame Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Yogurt Sesame Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts1 small plain yogurt1/2 cup parmesan cheese1 cup fine dry...

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