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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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Almond Chicken With Asparagus
Chicken breastLunch/snacksMain dish

Almond Chicken With Asparagus

Ingredients: 2 cups asparagus tips, diagonally cut1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt1 teaspoon curry powder1...

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Pork Chop Rice Skillet
Main dishOne Dish mealPork chops

Pork Chop Rice Skillet

Ingredients: 6 pork chops1 dash salt and pepper1 cup raw rice1/4 cup chopped onions...

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Chili-Bean and Cornbread Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Chili-Bean and Cornbread Casserole

Ingredients: 1 medium onions, finely chopped1 medium green peppers, finely chopped1 (14 ounce) cans...

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Chicken in Blue
ChickenMain dishSpaghetti

Chicken in Blue

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium red bell peppers, diced2 boneless skinless chicken breasts,...

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Creamy Chicken Bake
Low sodiumMain dishVery low carbs

Creamy Chicken Bake

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans Campbell’s cream of...

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Parsley Peppercorn Ground Beef Steaks
BeefGround beefMain dish

Parsley Peppercorn Ground Beef Steaks

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs ground beef round1/2 teaspoon salt3 garlic cloves, crushed3/4 cup finely...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Szechuan Chicken With Peanuts

Ingredients: 2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts1 egg whites1 tablespoon cornstarch1 teaspoon dry sherry1...

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Southwestern Chicken Salad
Chicken breastMain dishSalads

Southwestern Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast halves3 -4 teaspoons taco seasoning mix3 tablespoons...

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Crusted Baked Chicken With Tarragon Cream Sauce
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Crusted Baked Chicken With Tarragon Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves or 3 boneless skinless chicken thighs1/4 cup...

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Tuna Steaks With Lemon Yogurt Drizzle over Couscous
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Tuna Steaks With Lemon Yogurt Drizzle over Couscous

Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) tuna steaksolive oil, for brushing1/4 cup plain yogurt1 tablespoon tahini1...

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Grecian Chicken Breasts
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Grecian Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, thawed if frozensalt and pepper1 (10 ounce) packages...

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Broiled Soft Shelled Crabs
CrabMain dishShellfish

Broiled Soft Shelled Crabs

Ingredients: 12 soft shelled crabs, thawed1 cup milk1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning ( or...

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Pressure Cooker Spaghetti Squash with Pesto
Main dishSquashVegetables

Pressure Cooker Spaghetti Squash with Pesto

Ingredients: 1 medium spaghetti squash, about 2 1/4 lb1 cup water1 -2 clove garlic2...

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Chicken Matzoh Brei
EggsLunch/snacksMain dish

Chicken Matzoh Brei

Ingredients: 2 matzohswater, to soak the matzoh in1 onions, sliced2 tablespoons oil1/2 bell peppers,...

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Barbecue Pulled Chicken With Marinated Cucumbers
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Barbecue Pulled Chicken With Marinated Cucumbers

Ingredients: 1/4 cup light brown sugar1 tablespoon chili powder2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/2...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Louisiana Chicken and Corn

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/3 cup flour1/4...

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Potluck Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Potluck Casserole

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef4 cups onions, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced3 medium green peppers,...

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Devilish Chicken Bell Peppers
ChickenMain dishPork

Devilish Chicken Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 4 large green peppers4 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts3/4 cup finely chopped green...

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Mexican Waffles
BreakfastMain dishPancakes and waffles

Mexican Waffles

Ingredients: 1 cup flour, sifted1 cup white cornmeal or 1 cup yellow cornmeal3 teaspoons...

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Main dishOne Dish mealTurkey

Turkey Pasties

Ingredients: Pillsbury Grands refrigerated buttermilk biscuits ( reduced fat)1 lb ground turkey1 coarsely chopped...

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Apple Mustard Glazed Pork Tenderloin
Main dishPorkPork loins

Apple Mustard Glazed Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 1/2 cup syrup ( Karo with Brown Sugar)1/4 cup soy sauce1/2 cup apple...

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Coney Island Hot Dog Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Coney Island Hot Dog Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb extra lean ground beef 1 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce 1...

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Easy Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Easy Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat, flaked1 eggs, beaten1 cup cracker crumbs1 teaspoon dry mustard1 teaspoon...

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Jerk Chops with Island Salsa
Main dishPineapplePork

Jerk Chops with Island Salsa

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons jamaican jerk spice2 tablespoons flour4 pork loin chops2 tablespoons olive oil2...

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Sausage and Rice Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Sausage and Rice Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb sausage or 1 lb Italian sausage1 cup green bell peppers, chopped1...

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Grilled Lemon Tarragon Chicken
ChickenLemonMain dish

Grilled Lemon Tarragon Chicken

Ingredients: 1 chicken, cut in parts1/3 cup light corn syrup1 teaspoon grated lemons, rind...

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Chicken Cacciatore and Rigatoni
ChickenMain dishPasta

Chicken Cacciatore and Rigatoni

Ingredients: salt1/2 lb rigatoni pasta2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 lb chicken tenders, cut...

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Main dishSalsasSauces

Tomato Pesto Chicken with Peach Salsa

Ingredients: 1/4 cup dry sun-dried tomatoes1 cup basil1/2 cup olive oil1 clove garlic6 boneless...

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Oh My
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Oh My, Chicken Pie!

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs ( breasts can be used too, I...

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Ultimate Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas
CheeseMain dishOne Dish meal

Ultimate Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients: 1 whole chicken2 (28 ounce) cans red enchilada sauce1 (24 ounce) jars dill...

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Mom's Cajun Spaghetti
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Mom’s Cajun Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 medium onions, chopped1 1/2 teaspoons cajun seasoning, your...

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Garlicky Pasta Sauce
Main dishPastaTomatoes

Garlicky Pasta Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil10 -15 large garlic cloves, to taste, peeled and sliced...

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The Best Oven Barbecued Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

The Best Oven Barbecued Chicken

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts1/4 cup water1/4 cup apple cider vinegar1/2 cup ketchup3 tablespoons Worcestershire...

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Morg Kebab (Iranian Skewered Chicken)
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Morg Kebab (Iranian Skewered Chicken)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 kg chicken, jointed3 onions, grated3 lemons, juice of60 g ghee or...

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Cheddar Rum Spread
AppetizersMain dishSpreads

Cheddar Rum Spread

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded old sharp cheddar cheese1/2 cup butter, softened2 green onions, chopped4...

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Pesto Chicken Roll-Ups
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Pesto Chicken Roll-Ups

Ingredients: 1/4 cup pesto sauce1/2 cup cheese, grated or 1/2 cup crumbled such as...

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Pork With Mushroom Dijon Sauce
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork With Mushroom Dijon Sauce

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops, 3/4-inch thick1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning1 tablespoon vegetable oil1...

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Georgia Hash
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Georgia Hash

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 medium onions, diced ( Vidalia when available)1 green bell...

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Kottopoula Me Pilafi - Chicken and Rice
ChickenMain dishWhite rice

Kottopoula Me Pilafi – Chicken and Rice

Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken parts1/2 cup butter2 tablespoons oregano2 tablespoons lemon juice1 medium onions,...

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Mushroom-And-Roasted Pepper Sandwich
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Mushroom-And-Roasted Pepper Sandwich

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil6 cups mushrooms, sliced1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce4 slices Italian...

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Potato 'n Ham Bake
< 60 minsKid FriendlyMain dish

Potato ‘n Ham Bake

Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups Bisquick, original mix2/3 cup water2 cups shredded hash brown potatoes...

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Cowboy Pie
Main dishSavory piesSoy/tofu

Cowboy Pie

Ingredients: 1 (220 g) packages smoked tofu1 tablespoon sunflower oil1 onions, diced1 (420 g)...

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Roast Lemon-Garlic Chicken With Green Olives
Main dishMeatPoultry

Roast Lemon-Garlic Chicken With Green Olives

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon chopped lemon rind1/3 cup fresh lemon juice2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 cup...

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Minestrone Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Minestrone Salad

Ingredients: 8 ounces elbow macaroni1 (16 ounce) cans navy beans, drained3 medium carrots, peeled...

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Farmer's Omelet II
BreakfastMain dishOmelets and frittatas

Farmer’s Omelet II

Ingredients: 1/2 lb smoked Polish sausage, cut into 1/2 inch slices1 tablespoon butter1 large...

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Artichoke
Main dishPizzaVegetarian

Artichoke, Olive and Goat’s Cheese Pizza

Ingredients: 25 cm prepared pizza crust1/3 cup italian pasta sauce150 g marinated artichokes, quartered70...

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Chili Garlic Chicken and Rice
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chili Garlic Chicken and Rice

Ingredients: 225 g long grain rice1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil or 1 tablespoon stir-fry...

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Elbow Mac Pepperoni Pizza
Lunch/snacksMain dishPizza

Elbow Mac Pepperoni Pizza

Ingredients: 8 ounces elbow macaroni1 eggs1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup grated parmesan...

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Stir-fry Veggie Platter
Main dishSide dishesVegetables

Stir-fry Veggie Platter

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided use4 medium carrots, peeled and thinly sliced2 green...

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Mark Bittman's Crunchy Curried Fish
FishMain dishSeafood

Mark Bittman’s Crunchy Curried Fish

Ingredients: 1 1/2-2 lbs skinless white fish fillets ( like cod, catfish or perch)1...

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Philadelphia Style Velveeta Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Philadelphia Style Velveeta Pizza

Ingredients: 1 unbaked prepared pizza crust ( I make mine in the bread machine)2...

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No Dough Meat Crust  Pizza for the Low Carb Dieter
Main dishOne Dish mealPizza

No Dough Meat Crust Pizza for the Low Carb Dieter

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided1/2 cup low-sugar...

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Tofu Stroganoff
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Tofu Stroganoff

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 lb extra firm tofu, cut into 1/2 inch cubes1...

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Don't Let Your Meatloaf!
BeefGround beefMain dish

Don’t Let Your Meatloaf!

Ingredients: 3 slices bread, cut into 1 ” cubes1/2 cup milk2 teaspoons olive oil1...

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Special Baked Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Special Baked Chicken

Ingredients: 1 fryer ( cut up)3/4 cup Miracle Whip1 cup corn flake crumbs1/2 cup...

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Cuban Chicken With Black Beans
BeansMain dishMeat

Cuban Chicken With Black Beans

Ingredients: 1 (3 lb) packages chicken pieces1 red bell peppers, diced1 onions, diced1 garlic...

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Pizza Meatballs
BeefGround beefMain dish

Pizza Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup oatmeal1/2 cup milk2 tablespoons instant minced onion1 teaspoon...

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Chicago Style Hot Dogs (Vienna Beef)
Condimentsetc.Lunch/snacks

Chicago Style Hot Dogs (Vienna Beef)

Ingredients: vienna beef hot dogspoppyseed bunsyellow mustardbright green relishfresh onions, chopped2 tomatoes, chopped1 kosher...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

’90s Style Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1/2 lb lean ground beef1/2 lb ground lean pork or 1/2 lb turkey...

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Bean and Bulghur Soup
BeansMain dishSoups & stews

Bean and Bulghur Soup

Ingredients: 2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained1 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained...

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