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HomeHealthy Recipes

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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Zucchini Squash-Rice Casserole
CasserolesMain dishRice

Zucchini Squash-Rice Casserole

Ingredients: 8 cups sliced zucchini ( about 2 1/2 pounds)1 cup chopped onions1/2 cup...

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Spinach in Puff Pastry
Main dishSavory piesVegetarian

Spinach in Puff Pastry

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter2 cups chopped onions1 tablespoon chopped garlic2 (10 ounce) boxes...

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Joan's Weeknight Shepherd's Pie
Ground beefMain dishSavory pies

Joan’s Weeknight Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of celery soup5 ounces...

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Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Dishwasher Salmon

Ingredients: 1 (4 -7 lb) whole salmon1 lemons, sliced1/2 onions, slicedherbs, of your choice...

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Authentic Tex-Mexican Enchiladas
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Authentic Tex-Mexican Enchiladas

Ingredients: 8 corn tortillas ( homemade or store bought)4 cups grated American cheesepico de...

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Microwave Chicken Fricassee
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Microwave Chicken Fricassee

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine1 medium onions, chopped1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning4...

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Easy Hamburger Stew
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Easy Hamburger Stew

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 clove garlic, minced1 large onions, diced2 medium potatoes,...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Easma Kufta

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 onions, chopped finely1/2 teaspoon dried parsley1/4-1/2 teaspoon ground...

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Balsamic Chicken and Peppers
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Balsamic Chicken and Peppers

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, flattened to 1/4 inch thick1 tablespoon olive oil3...

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Vegetarian Pasta e Fagioli (Pasta and Beans)
BeansMain dishOne Dish meal

Vegetarian Pasta e Fagioli (Pasta and Beans)

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 onions, diced2 -3 cloves garlic, finely chopped ( I...

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Linguini with Scampi
Main dishPastaShrimp

Linguini with Scampi

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) packages linguine3/4 cup butter1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined4 cloves...

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Braised Pork Chops in Sour Cream Sauce
Main dishMeatPork

Braised Pork Chops in Sour Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless pork chops ( 4 chops)salt and pepper3/4 cup beef broth,...

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Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Spicy Chicken Sandwich

Ingredients: cooking spray1/3 cup red hot sauce4 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts2/3 cup...

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Lazy Stuffed Cabbage Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Lazy Stuffed Cabbage Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb chopped beef or 1 lb other meat2 cups cooked rice1 medium...

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The Possible Impossible Broccoli and Cheese Pie
BroccoliMain dishSavory pies

The Possible Impossible Broccoli and Cheese Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb broccoli, cut into medium-size florets1 small onions, chopped1/4 cup water4 slightly...

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Forty Clove Garlic Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Forty Clove Garlic Chicken

Ingredients: 1 (2 1/2 lb) chicken, cut upsalt2 teaspoons cooking oil40 cloves garlic, unpeeled1/2...

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CheeseMain dishSide dishes

Asparagus with Fontina and Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 2 lbs asparagussalt4 tablespoons unsalted butter1/3 cup heavy cream2 ounces italian Fontina cheese,...

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Greek Style Spaghetti Squash Salad
CheeseMain dishSalads

Greek Style Spaghetti Squash Salad

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar1/4 teaspoon balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil1...

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Moroccan-Style Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Moroccan-Style Chicken

Ingredients: 2 lemons4 garlic cloves1 small onions150 ml olive oil, plus1 tablespoon olive oil,...

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Top-Notch Shrimp Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Top-Notch Shrimp Casserole

Ingredients: 1 cup onions, chopped1 green bell peppers, chopped1 cup celery, chopped8 tablespoons butter2...

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Grilled Chicken Breasts
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Grilled Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 4 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup lemon juice1/2 teaspoon onion powderground...

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Palms Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Palms Chicken

Ingredients: 6 pieces chicken2 tablespoons roasted garlic oil1 onions, chopped1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger1...

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Chicken a La Louisianne
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken a La Louisianne

Ingredients: 1 chicken, boiled until just tender,then cut into serving pieces1 tablespoon peanut oil6...

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Awesome BBQ Pork Chops and Beans
Main dishOne Dish mealPork chops

Awesome BBQ Pork Chops and Beans

Ingredients: 2 (12 ounce) cans pork and beans2 tablespoons brown sugar1/2 cup barbecue sauce4...

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Burger Bundles
BeefMain dishMeat

Burger Bundles

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef2/3 cup milk2 cups of herb seasoned bread crumbs2 (10...

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Clay Pot Pork Loin With Sauerkraut and Prunes
Main dishOne Dish mealPork loins

Clay Pot Pork Loin With Sauerkraut and Prunes

Ingredients: 3 -5 lbs pork loin1 cup prunes2 cups sauerkraut1 cup shredded carrotssalt and...

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Spoon Bread Tamale Pie
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Spoon Bread Tamale Pie

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 cup chopped onions1/2 cup chopped green peppersgarlicsaltpepper26 ounces...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Gyros (as close as you can get without the spit!)

Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry red wine2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons minced garlic1/2 teaspoon dried...

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No Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealTurkey

No Pasta, Crunchy, Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey, frozen or fresh1 (16 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce1 head...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Pilafi (Greek Style Rice)

Ingredients: 2 cups long grain rice3 1/2 cups chicken broth1 carrots, chopped1 medium onions,...

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Chipotle Peach Glazed Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chipotle Peach Glazed Chicken

Ingredients: nonstick cooking spray1/2 cup peach preserves ( can use low sugar or all...

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Cracked Pepper Linguine
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Cracked Pepper Linguine

Ingredients: 8 ounces linguine, uncooked1/4 cup minced onions2 cloves garlic, smashed1 tablespoon reduced-calorie margarine,...

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Spicy Garlic Lime Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Spicy Garlic Lime Chicken

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon black pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon paprika1/4...

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Creamy Chicken and Penne
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Creamy Chicken and Penne

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) package penne4 cups broccoli florets1 onions, sliced1 tablespoon olive oil1/2...

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Arroz Con Gandules
Main dishRiceSide dishes

Arroz Con Gandules

Ingredients: 2 slices bacon or 1/2 cup ham, chopped1/2 cup onions, chopped1/2 cup green...

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Guinness and Sheep Casserole
CasserolesMain dishStews

Guinness and Sheep Casserole

Ingredients: 8 ounces thickly-sliced bacon or 8 ounces thick slab bacon, cut into 1/2...

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Spaghetti
Ground beefMain dishSpaghetti

Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil1/2 cup chopped onions ( 1/2 onion)1 clove garlic1/2 cup...

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Seasoned Chicken over Fettuccine
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Seasoned Chicken over Fettuccine

Ingredients: 3 ounces fettuccine pasta, uncooked weight2 tablespoons mrs dash garlic and herb seasoning,...

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Santa Fe Lasagna (Oamc)
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Santa Fe Lasagna (Oamc)

Ingredients: 12 lasagna noodles, cooked 1 1/4 lbs ground beef 1 onions, diced 1...

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Impossibly Easy Quesadilla Pie
BreakfastCheeseMain dish

Impossibly Easy Quesadilla Pie

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine1 cup chopped onions1 cup chopped tomatoes1...

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Quick Chicken Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Quick Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 1 cup diced cooked chicken2 cups frozen mixed vegetables1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans...

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Something Different Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Something Different Chicken

Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups water ( divided)1 (5 5/8 ounce) boxes of flavored couscous...

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Cheesy Potato Taco Skillet
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Cheesy Potato Taco Skillet

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 potatoes, peeled and chopped ( 1/2-inch squares, like homefries)2...

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Better Than "out of the box" Macaroni and Cheese
CasserolesElbow macaroniMain dish

Better Than “out of the box” Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 lb macaroni, cooked about half waycheese sauce ( see recipe below)1 cup...

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Pork Medallions over Noodles (Low Fat)
Main dishOne Dish mealPork loins

Pork Medallions over Noodles (Low Fat)

Ingredients: 12 ounces pork tenderloins, cut into 1/4-inch slices1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon black...

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Pork Chop Salsa and Peppers
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chop Salsa and Peppers

Ingredients: 2 pork chops, any cut2 teaspoons mixed spice1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms or...

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Meatballs With Dill Sauce
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Meatballs With Dill Sauce

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef2 eggs, beaten1 cup half-and-half1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs2...

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Gingered Chicken with Baby Spring Greens
ChickenMain dishSalads

Gingered Chicken with Baby Spring Greens

Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise ( I use light)2 teaspoons red wine vinegar1 teaspoon soy...

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Mountain Raclette
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Mountain Raclette

Ingredients: 1/2 lb raclette cheese12 new potatoes3/4 lb cooked sausages, of your favorite variety1...

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Homestyle Minestrone Soup
Ground beefMain dishSoups & stews

Homestyle Minestrone Soup

Ingredients: 5 lbs lean ground chuck, browned and drained1 bay leaves1 1/2 teaspoons garlic...

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Gerry's  Sauced Hamburgers
< 4 hoursMain dishTime to make

Gerry’s Sauced Hamburgers

Ingredients: 12 hamburger patties ( purchased patties or your favorite recipe made up into...

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Peach Dump Chicken - OAMC
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Peach Dump Chicken – OAMC

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs chicken pieces ( 4-6 pieces)1/2 tablespoon orange zest1/3 cup orange...

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Chicken and Macadamia Fried Rice
ChickenMain dishPork

Chicken and Macadamia Fried Rice

Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice, cooked2 tablespoons olive oil2 large eggs, lightly beaten2 garlic...

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Barbecue Chip Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Barbecue Chip Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 cup ranch salad dressing1 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper1 (6...

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Chicken Spinach Strudel
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Spinach Strudel

Ingredients: cooking spray1 cup chopped onions1 (10 ounce) packages frozen spinach, defrosted drained4 cups...

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Italian Poutine
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Italian Poutine

Ingredients: 1 quart vegetable oil ( for frying)10 1/4 ounces spaghetti sauce5 medium potatoes,...

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CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Cottage Cheesy Beef Bake

Ingredients: 5 ounces bow tie pasta or 5 ounces farfalle pasta1 1/2 cups cream-style...

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Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs
Ground beefMain dishSpaghetti

Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs

Ingredients: 2 (30 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce2 lbs lean ground beef2 eggs3/4 cup dry...

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Mom's Best Healthy Meat Sauce
Main dishStewsTurkey

Mom’s Best Healthy Meat Sauce

Ingredients: 1 -1 1/2 lb lean ground beef or 1 -1 1/2 lb ground...

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Low sodiumMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Stroganoff

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons margarine1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips2 cups sliced...

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