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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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Marinated Salmon Seared in a Pepper Crust
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Marinated Salmon Seared in a Pepper Crust

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons soy sauce1 garlic cloves, pressed2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice1 teaspoon sugar3/4...

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Baked Chicken and Dressing
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Baked Chicken and Dressing

Ingredients: 4 chicken breast halves, boneless and skinless1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese or 1...

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Grilled Cajun Salmon With Tomato Pineapple Salsa
Main dishPineappleSalmon

Grilled Cajun Salmon With Tomato Pineapple Salsa

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 teaspoon cajun seasoning1/2...

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Two-Meat Pizza With Wheat Crust
CheeseMain dishPizza

Two-Meat Pizza With Wheat Crust

Ingredients: 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast1 1/2 cups warm water ( 110-115...

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Quick Tasty Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Quick Tasty Chicken

Ingredients: 1 garlic cloves, crushed1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce3 teaspoons...

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Pork Paprikash
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Pork Paprikash

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons cooking oil or 3 tablespoons bacon fat1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloins,...

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Beef and Mushroom-topped Potato Wedges
BeefGround beefMain dish

Beef and Mushroom-topped Potato Wedges

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef2 large potatoes2 cups sliced mushrooms2 tablespoons chopped green...

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Mushroom Bacon Burgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Mushroom Bacon Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (4 1/2 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms, drained5 slices bacon,...

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Helen's Pork Gulyas
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Helen’s Pork Gulyas

Ingredients: 3 -4 tablespoons olive oil2 large onions, sliced thinly2 lbs pork loin, chopped...

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Baked Italian Sausage  With Potatoes and Rosemary
Main dishOne Dish mealPotatoes

Baked Italian Sausage With Potatoes and Rosemary

Ingredients: 6 Italian sausages800 g kipfler potatoes, scrubbed and sliced1 1/2 teaspoons paprika1 rosemary...

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Pasta With Zucchini Ricotta Sauce
Main dishPastaPenne

Pasta With Zucchini Ricotta Sauce

Ingredients: salt and pepper1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil3 -4 small zucchini or 3...

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Garlic Bread Pie
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Garlic Bread Pie

Ingredients: 1 loaf garlic bread8 ounces cream cheese with tomato and basil1 lb ground...

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Bow Ties With Creamy Artichoke Sauce
Eggs/dairyMain dishSide dishes

Bow Ties With Creamy Artichoke Sauce

Ingredients: 12 ounces bow tie pasta1 (17 ounce) jars alfredo sauce1 (14 ounce) canned...

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Use up the Ham Macaroni and Cheese
CheeseEggs/dairyMain dish

Use up the Ham Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 (7 1/4 ounce) boxes macaroni and cheese mix ( I use Kraft)2...

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Green and White Lasagna
CasserolesLasagnaMain dish

Green and White Lasagna

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons reduced-calorie margarine1 1/2 tablespoons flour1 1/2 cups evaporated skim milk1/4 teaspoon...

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Sauteed Hog Dogs and Macaroni
Elbow macaroniLunch/snacksMain dish

Sauteed Hog Dogs and Macaroni

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages elbow macaroni ( store brand works fine)1 package hot...

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Boston Bluefish With Spinach and Soup
FishMain dishSoups & stews

Boston Bluefish With Spinach and Soup

Ingredients: 1 (300 g) packages frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 (400 g) packages...

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Creamy Broccoli Lasagna
CasserolesLasagnaMain dish

Creamy Broccoli Lasagna

Ingredients: 9 uncooked lasagna noodles1 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced1/4 cup chopped onions2 tablespoons margarine1/3...

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Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Tomato-Olive-Butter Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Tomato-Olive-Butter Sauce

Ingredients: 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled3/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon black...

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Ham
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Ham, White Bean and Tomato Soup

Ingredients: 2 slices bacon1 onions, diced1 stalk celery, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced1 (10 ounce)...

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Sweet and Sour Plum Meatballs
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Sweet and Sour Plum Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder1 tablespoon...

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Main dishSide dishesSpaghetti

White Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1 lb spaghetti1/2 cup olive oil ( or use a combination of oil...

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Absolutely Delicious Gourmet  Prawns
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Absolutely Delicious Gourmet Prawns

Ingredients: 1 lb prawns ( 21-25 count)2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons butter1 clove garlic,...

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Pork Barbecue
Main dishMeatPork

Pork Barbecue

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons brown sugar2 teaspoons paprika3/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cumin1/4 teaspoon...

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Salmon With Honey-Soy Glaze and Ginger-Butter Sauce
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon With Honey-Soy Glaze and Ginger-Butter Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 cup rice vinegar1/4 cup soy sauce1/4 cup honey1 tablespoon cold water2 1/4...

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Parmesan Sage Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Parmesan Sage Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs ( I use Progresso garlic and herb)1 cup grated...

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Kahlua Paradise Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Kahlua Paradise Chicken

Ingredients: 2 3/4 lbs frying chickens1/2 cup chicken broth1/4 cup Kahlua1/4 cup red wine...

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Prize-Winning Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Prize-Winning Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 cup tomato juice3/4 cup quick-cooking oats or 3/4 cup old fashioned oats,...

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Piquant Chicken With Basil (Oamc)
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Piquant Chicken With Basil (Oamc)

Ingredients: 6 chicken breasts ( skin removed)1 pinch salt1 pinch pepper1 onions, finely chopped2...

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Crusty Fried Chicken
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Crusty Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Greek Rice and Shrimp Bake With Feta Crumb Topping
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Greek Rice and Shrimp Bake With Feta Crumb Topping

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups chicken stock1 bay leaves1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon lemon juice1 1/4...

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Sloppy Dogs
Lunch/snacksMain dishMeat

Sloppy Dogs

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/2 cup chopped green bell peppers1/3 cup chopped onions1/2 cup...

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Yummy Honey Curry Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Yummy Honey Curry Chicken, With Rice And Veggies

Ingredients: 6 -8 chicken thighs ( or breasts, or legs)1 cup rice3 1/4 cups...

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Dances in Garden's Chicken Casserole
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Dances in Garden’s Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (3 -4 lb) roasting chickenssaltpepper1 cup water8 cups water2 tablespoons flour1 loaf...

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Somali Stew - Maraq (pronounced MAH-ruhk)
Low cholesterolMain dishStews

Somali Stew – Maraq (pronounced MAH-ruhk)

Ingredients: 1 onions, chopped1 -2 tablespoon oil1 lb stewing beef, cubed2 large tomatoes, chopped1...

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Cordon Bleu Stromboli
Lunch/snacksMain dishPizza

Cordon Bleu Stromboli

Ingredients: 1 lb loaf frozen bread dough, thawed2 tablespoons butter (optional) or 2 tablespoons...

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Quick Beef With Macaroni
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Quick Beef With Macaroni

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 (2 ounce) envelopes dry onion soup mix1 (28...

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Scalloped Tomatoes au Gratin
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Scalloped Tomatoes au Gratin

Ingredients: 4 slices toast2 cans tomatoes1 small onions, chopped fine1 tablespoon brown sugar or...

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Filet Mignon With Avocado and Sea Salt
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Filet Mignon With Avocado and Sea Salt

Ingredients: 1 Hass avocadoes, ripelime juice, freshly squeezed2 filet mignon steaks, 1 to 2...

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Greek Green Beans Braised With Mint and Potatoes
Main dishPotatoesSide dishes

Greek Green Beans Braised With Mint and Potatoes

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon margarine1 cup tomato juice or 1 cup tomato...

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Grilled Tuna
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Grilled Tuna

Ingredients: 1/4 cup soy sauce1 tablespoon maple syrup1 tablespoon prepared horseradish4 (6 ounce) tuna...

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Maxines BBQ'D Meatballs
BeefGround beefMain dish

Maxines BBQ’D Meatballs

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef3/4 cup oatmeal1 small onions, chopped1 eggs1/2 cup evaporated milk1...

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Apple Glazed Stuffed Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Apple Glazed Stuffed Pork Chops

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs pork ribs (4) or 2 1/2 lbs pork loin chops,...

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Chicken and Stars Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken and Stars Soup

Ingredients: 1/2 lb chicken, with bone and skin3 carrots, chopped1 cup onions, chopped1 cup...

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Chicken and Broccoli Salad with Gorgonzola Dressing
Chicken breastMain dishSalads

Chicken and Broccoli Salad with Gorgonzola Dressing

Ingredients: 6 ounces broccoli florets, divided into small sprigs2 cups farfalle pasta2 cooked boneless...

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Buffalo Chicken Strips
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Buffalo Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon cayenne1/4 teaspoon salt4 boneless skinless chicken...

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Lucky 32 Black Bean Cakes
AppetizersMain dishSide dishes

Lucky 32 Black Bean Cakes

Ingredients: 6 1/2 cups cooked black beans1/2 cup salsa1/2 cup red onions, finely diced1...

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W W Orange Crumbed Baked Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

W W Orange Crumbed Baked Chicken

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons orange juice2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon soy sauce3/4 cup wheat crackers,...

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Aunt Dot's Hot Dish
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Aunt Dot’s Hot Dish

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (8 ounce) packages egg noodles or 1 (8 ounce)...

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Great Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Main dishOne Dish mealPizza

Great Buffalo Chicken Pizza

Ingredients: 1 pizza dough ( 12 inch)1/2 lb chicken tenders, grilled4 tablespoons butter, melted1/4...

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Crusted Tex-Mex Chicken Breasts
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Crusted Tex-Mex Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice2 tablespoons honey1 cup crushed corn tortilla chips4 boneless...

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Salmon and Rice Wrapped in Pastry With Dill Sauce
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon and Rice Wrapped in Pastry With Dill Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 cup long-grain white rice2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup minced leeks ( white and...

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Mean Chef's Steak Au Poivre
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Mean Chef’s Steak Au Poivre

Ingredients: 4 (6 -8 ounce) New York strip steaks or 4 sirloin steaks, 3/4...

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Italian Sausage Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Italian Sausage Casserole

Ingredients: 1 2/3 cups hot water6 ounces pckg of stove top savory herb seasoned...

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Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Steeped Salmon With Chive and Dill Sauce

Ingredients: 4 (5 ounce) thin salmon fillets, skin removedwater1 lemons, sliced1 small onions, sliced3/4...

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Stuffed Steaks
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Stuffed Steaks

Ingredients: 4 (8 ounce) rib eye steaks, about,1 to 1 1/2 inches thick1 cup...

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Budget Stretcher Beef and Potato Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Budget Stretcher Beef and Potato Casserole

Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes1 lb ground beef, cooked and drained1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans...

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Thai Pineapple Fried Rice - Pad Kao Saparod
Main dishPineappleSide dishes

Thai Pineapple Fried Rice – Pad Kao Saparod

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons vegetable oil1 onions, finely chopped3 cloves garlic, crushed1 cup finely chopped...

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Creamy Chicken
ChickenMain dishPasta

Creamy Chicken, Basil, and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake

Ingredients: 8 ounces fusilli1 lb boneless skinless chicken breastssea saltpepper3 teaspoons extra virgin olive...

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Stuffed Chicken Breasts Wrapped in Phyllo
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Stuffed Chicken Breasts Wrapped in Phyllo

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, flattened to about 1/8-inch1/4 cup butter, melted2 cups...

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