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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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Checkerboard Orzo Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Checkerboard Orzo Salad

Ingredients: 8 ounces medium-sized ripe fresh tomatoescoarse saltfresh ground black pepper3/4 teaspoon fresh thyme...

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Turkey Loaf - SBD
Main dishPoultryTurkey

Turkey Loaf – SBD

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans no-added-salt tomato paste1/2 cup dry red wine1/2 cup water1...

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Chicken Parmesan With Basil Sauce
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Parmesan With Basil Sauce

Ingredients: 2 cups stale breadcrumbs1/3 cup finely grated parmesan cheese2 tablespoons finely chopped Italian...

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Mexican Vegetable Pie
BeansMain dishSavory pies

Mexican Vegetable Pie

Ingredients: vegetable oil cooking spray1 1/2 cups sliced green onions1/2 cup chopped green bell...

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Outback Steakhouse's Alice Springs Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Outback Steakhouse’s Alice Springs Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1/2 ” thickhoney mustard6 slices bacon, sliced in...

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Mary's Chicken
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Mary’s Chicken

Ingredients: 1 envelope Lipton Onion Soup Mix1 can oceanspray jellied cranberry sauce1 (8 ounce)...

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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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Old World Spiced Pancakes
BreakfastMain dishPancakes and waffles

Old World Spiced Pancakes

Ingredients: 2 eggs1 cup milk2 cups sifted flour3 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon...

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Roasted Pork Loin With Figs
BeefMain dishOranges

Roasted Pork Loin With Figs

Ingredients: 6 fresh figs, cut in half lengthwise1/4 cup Grand Marnier3 lbs boneless pork...

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Beef Semur
< 60 minsAsianMain dish

Beef Semur

Ingredients: 1 lb flank steaks, thinly sliced1 tablespoon peanut oil6 candle nuts or 6...

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Stuffed Onions Georgia
Main dishOnionsVegetables

Stuffed Onions Georgia

Ingredients: 4 large sweet onions ( Vidalla are good)8 slices bacon, diced1/4 cup chopped...

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Red Pepper Sauce for Pasta
Main dishPastarice and grains

Red Pepper Sauce for Pasta

Ingredients: 1 lb pasta3 large red bell peppers, sliced in thin ringsfresh hot peppers,...

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Bacon Double Cheeseburger Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Bacon Double Cheeseburger Casserole

Ingredients: 3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni2 lbs lean ground beef1 cup milk1 teaspoon garlic...

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Garlic Dill Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Garlic Dill Chicken

Ingredients: 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped4 large shallots, finely chopped4 tablespoons chopped fresh dill...

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Cajun Turkey Chow Mein
Main dishOne Dish mealTurkey

Cajun Turkey Chow Mein

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped green peppers1 clove garlic,...

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Spicy Southwestern Meatball Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishSoups & stews

Spicy Southwestern Meatball Soup

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef3 tablespoons fine dry breadcrumbs1 1/2 teaspoons fajita seasoning...

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Chop Lickin Chicken Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Chop Lickin Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts7 ounces mushroom stems and pieces10 3/4 ounces cream...

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Enchiladas De Zucchini
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Enchiladas De Zucchini

Ingredients: 1 dozen corn tortillas2 tablespoons oil1 lb ground beef1 yellow onions, minced2 -4...

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Baked Chicken and Wine
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Baked Chicken and Wine

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts1/2 cup butter ( melted)1/2 cup grated romano cheese2 cups breadcrumbs...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Grilled Chicken in a Different Sauce

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups chili sauce3/4 cup red wine vinegar1 1/2 tablespoons prepared horseradish2...

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Pizza Dough for Pizza or Calzones (Bread Machine)
BreadsMain dishPizza

Pizza Dough for Pizza or Calzones (Bread Machine)

Ingredients: 1 cup lukewarm beer or 1 cup lukewarm water2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon salt1...

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Ham 'n Cheese Pie
BreakfastCheeseMain dish

Ham ‘n Cheese Pie

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked ham, diced3/4 cup swiss cheese, shredded5 slices bacon, cooked and...

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Cheese Mushroom Steak
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Cheese Mushroom Steak

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs sirloin steaks ( 1/2 inch thick)2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon...

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Un-Fried  Fish
FishMain dishSeafood

Un-Fried Fish

Ingredients: 6 (6 ounce) fish steaks ( or 6 smaller whole fish)1 cup cornmeal1/2...

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Pork Tenderloin on a Vegetable Bed
Main dishPorkVegetables

Pork Tenderloin on a Vegetable Bed

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme1 teaspoon cracked black pepper...

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Chicken Soup for the Lazy
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Chicken Soup for the Lazy

Ingredients: 2 quarts chicken stock1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice3 boneless skinless chicken breasts,...

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Shelly's Mexi Crescents
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Shelly’s Mexi Crescents

Ingredients: 3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon milk1 (4 ounce) cans diced green chilies2...

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Chicken 65 or 'hot and Spicy Chicken'!
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken 65 or ‘hot and Spicy Chicken’!

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs1 teaspoon allspice ( cloves, cinnamon, cardamom)1 eggs1...

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Brandied Beef Stew
BeefMain dishStews

Brandied Beef Stew

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat2 tablespoons flour1 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon dried...

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Chinese Beef And Tomatoes
ChineseMain dishVegetables

Chinese Beef And Tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 medium tomatoes2 tablespoons oil2 lbs flank steaks1 medium green peppers, sliced3 tablespoons...

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Pesto-Stuffed Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pesto-Stuffed Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 thick pork chops ( 1 1/2-2 inches)4 tablespoons croutons, slightly crushed3/4 cup...

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Better than Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Better than Homemade Chicken Pot Pie

Ingredients: 1 (12 1/2 ounce) cans white chicken meat, drained1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans...

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Pork Chops Diane
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops Diane

Ingredients: 1 lb pork tenderloins, cut into 8 pieces2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons lemon juice1...

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Broiled Shrimp
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Broiled Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb medium shrimp, cleaned1/2 cup olive oil2 cloves garlic2 teaspoons parsley1/8 teaspoon...

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Sauteed Shrimp and Spinach
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Sauteed Shrimp and Spinach

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced,...

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Ground beefMain dishPizza

Atsa Spicy Pizza Sausage

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 lb ground pork1/2 cup dry red wine1/3 cup...

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Salmon Roasted in Garlic Butter
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon Roasted in Garlic Butter

Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper3 tablespoons butter1 1/2 lbs...

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Pork Tenderloin in Puff Pastry
Main dishPorkPork loins

Pork Tenderloin in Puff Pastry

Ingredients: 1 (3/4 lb) pork tenderloins, wholeDijon mustard1 (17 1/3 ounce) packages frozen puff...

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James Beard's Chicken Kiev
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

James Beard’s Chicken Kiev

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter1 garlic cloves2 teaspoons chives2 teaspoons parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon rosemary1/8...

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Chicken Salad with Jalapeno Cream Dressing
ChickenMain dishSalads

Chicken Salad with Jalapeno Cream Dressing

Ingredients: 1/2 cup jalapeno jelly1/2 cup sour cream1 tablespoon fresh lime juice1 tablespoon chopped...

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Sarah's Potato Barley Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Sarah’s Potato Barley Soup

Ingredients: 1 cup onions, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced3 cups potatoes, peeled and diced2 carrots,...

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Pollo Frito
Low carbLow in...Main dish

Pollo Frito

Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice ( 2 to3 lemons, depending on size)1/4 cup...

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Skillet Chicken Parmigiana
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Skillet Chicken Parmigiana

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/3 cup dry Italian style breadcrumbs1/3 cup grated...

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Mike and Carla's Turkey Loaf
Main dishPoultryTurkey

Mike and Carla’s Turkey Loaf

Ingredients: 1 3/4 lbs ground turkey1/2 cup milk1/2 cup red wine3/4 cup old-fashioned oatmeal1...

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Chicken Chili Lasagna
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Chili Lasagna

Ingredients: 6 ounces softened cream cheese1 medium onions, chopped8 green onions, chopped2 cups shredded...

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Lazy Man's Cabbage Rolls
Main dishRiceWhite rice

Lazy Man’s Cabbage Rolls

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger1 medium heads of cabbage1 (28 ounce) cans spaghetti sauce1 cup...

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Simple Enchiladas Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Simple Enchiladas Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef2 cups grated cheddar cheese ( or more to...

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Bow Tie Pasta With Tomato-Basil Alfredo Sauce
Main dishPastarice and grains

Bow Tie Pasta With Tomato-Basil Alfredo Sauce

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter(R) Spread, spread2 plum tomatoes, chopped1...

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Greggie's Hotdish
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Greggie’s Hotdish

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages wide egg noodles1 lb lean ground beef1/2 teaspoon salt1/4...

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Greek Pizza
GreekMain dishPizza

Greek Pizza

Ingredients: prepared pizza crust, uncooked8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled1/4 cup...

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My Pork Chops a Roni
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

My Pork Chops a Roni

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil4 pork chops ( any cut)1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Golden Glazed Chicken

Ingredients: 2 onions, sliced4 bone-in chicken breasts1/3 cup liquid honey1/4 cup Dijon mustard2 tablespoons...

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Ranch Shepherd's Pie
CasserolesCornMain dish

Ranch Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 (15 ounce) cans corn2 bunches scallions, chopped1 large...

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Easy Mandarin Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Easy Mandarin Chicken

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts2 (10 ounce) cans mandarin oranges2 tablespoons melted honey1/2 teaspoon garlic...

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Ken's Hamburgers
BeefMain dishMeat

Ken’s Hamburgers

Ingredients: 1/3 lb lean ground beef ( per burger)1 1/2 teaspoons barbecue sauce1/4 teaspoon...

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Two Cheese Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Two Cheese Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup chopped onions1 cup diced tomatoes1 teaspoon minced garlic1...

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AppetizersMain dishVegetables

Napa Cabbage Steak

Ingredients: 1 head napa cabbagesea salt3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 tablespoon yuzu juice...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishVegetables

English Muffin Pizzas

Ingredients: 6 English muffins ( 12 halves)3/4-1 cup spaghetti sauce1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded...

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15 Minute Cheeseburger Rice
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

15 Minute Cheeseburger Rice

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 3/4 cups water2/3 cup ketchup1 tablespoon mustard2 cups...

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Easy Beef Enchilada
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Easy Beef Enchilada

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger ( I use 2 sometimes)1 medium diced onions1 (1 1/4...

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