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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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Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Giavourlakia Avgolemono (Lamb and Rice Meatballs)

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground lamb1/4 cup rice1 small onions, chopped3 teaspoons parsley, chopped2 teaspoons...

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Marinated Sirloin Steak
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Marinated Sirloin Steak

Ingredients: 2 -2 1/2 lbs boneless beef top sirloin steaks ( about 1 inch...

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Hand-me Down Lasagna
Ground beefLasagnaMain dish

Hand-me Down Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef26 ounces tomato sauce ( Tomato & Basil Healthy Choice...

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Spicy Cheesy Chicken Noodles
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Spicy Cheesy Chicken Noodles

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages Velveeta cheese1 (8 ounce) cans Rotel Tomatoes, diced with...

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Fusilli With Three Cheese and Red Bell Pepper
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Fusilli With Three Cheese and Red Bell Pepper

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter2 red bell peppers, julienned1 teaspoon salt3/4 lb fusilli1/4 lb fontina,...

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Dukkah Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Dukkah Chicken

Ingredients: 500 g boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips 2 cups natural yoghurt...

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Betty Crocker's Savory Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Betty Crocker’s Savory Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef1 cup milk1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon chopped...

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Meatball Sub Sandwich (or Mini Meatloaves)
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Meatball Sub Sandwich (or Mini Meatloaves)

Ingredients: submarine sandwich buns1 1/4 cups bread, from buns ( see recipe)1 1/2 lbs...

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Lentils and Rice Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Lentils and Rice Casserole

Ingredients: 1 cup dried lentils1 teaspoon margarine1 cup onions, chopped1 cup green bell peppers,...

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Baked Parmesan Fish
FishMain dishSeafood

Baked Parmesan Fish

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, grated1 tablespoon paprika1 teaspoon basil1 lb...

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Fresh Tomato and Basil Chicken over Super Creamy Polenta
Main dishTomatoesVegetables

Fresh Tomato and Basil Chicken over Super Creamy Polenta

Ingredients: 4 cups chicken broth, divided2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil4 (6 ounce) boneless...

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Herbed Quinoa Salad
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Herbed Quinoa Salad

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups peas or 1 1/2 cups green beans3 cups cold cooked...

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Stuffed Chicken Thighs Braised in Chianti
Main dishMeatPoultry

Stuffed Chicken Thighs Braised in Chianti

Ingredients: 1 link hot Italian sausage, casing removed, meat crumbled1/2 cup Stove Top stuffing...

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Asparagus Risotto With Pine Nuts
Main dishRiceSide dishes

Asparagus Risotto With Pine Nuts

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil1 large onions, chopped2 cups arborio rice1/4 cup...

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Braised Pork Loin Chops with Thyme-Lemon Sauce
Main dishMeatPork

Braised Pork Loin Chops with Thyme-Lemon Sauce

Ingredients: 8 thin-cut boneless pork chops3 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or...

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City "Chicken"
Main dishMeatPork

City “Chicken”

Ingredients: 1 lb pork tenderloins, cubed1/2 cup flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon black pepper1/4 cup...

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Easy Taco Chicken and Rice Skillet
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Easy Taco Chicken and Rice Skillet

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinned chicken breasts2 -3 tablespoons oil1 (13 1/4 ounce) cans...

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Fiesta Chili Mac
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Fiesta Chili Mac

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 garlic cloves, minced1 (16 ounce) jars taco bell...

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Mom's Rouladen
BeefMain dishMeat

Mom’s Rouladen

Ingredients: 4 large beef cutlets, approx. 6 oz. each2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4...

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Steph's Savory Stewed Chicken
Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Steph’s Savory Stewed Chicken

Ingredients: 1 1/2-2 lbs chicken, cooked and seasoned to your taste ( I use...

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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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Chinese-Style Honeyed Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chinese-Style Honeyed Chicken

Ingredients: 6 -8 boneless skinless chicken breasts ( or chicken pieces of your choice)1...

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Spanish stuffed meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Spanish stuffed meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef1 medium tomatoes ( use half for the...

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Bunsteaks
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Bunsteaks

Ingredients: 12 hard rolls16 ounces Velveeta cheese6 ounces tuna1 1/2 cups mayonnaise2 celery ribs,...

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Chicken Quiche
Lunch/snacksMain dishSavory pies

Chicken Quiche

Ingredients: 1 (9 inch) pie shells, unbaked3 eggs, beaten1 1/2 cups milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/8...

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Hazelnut and Courgette (Zucchini) Bake
Main dishNorth americanVegetables

Hazelnut and Courgette (Zucchini) Bake

Ingredients: 1 medium onions, finely chopped3 tablespoons sunflower oil4 ounces hazelnuts, roughly chopped1 1/4...

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Potato Saffron Omelet
BreakfastMain dishPotatoes

Potato Saffron Omelet

Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads1/4 cup chicken broth3 baking potatoes, peeled and cut in...

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Miss Shirley's Eastern Shore Crab Cakes
CrabMain dishShellfish

Miss Shirley’s Eastern Shore Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 2 eggs2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons lemon juice2 teaspoons phillips crab boil seasoning2...

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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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Hot Curried Tuna  Salad Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Hot Curried Tuna Salad Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans albacore tuna, drained1/4 cup celery, finely chopped1/4 cup green...

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Souper Easy Cheesy Chicken Quesadillas
Main dishOne Dish mealPoultry

Souper Easy Cheesy Chicken Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless chicken breast halves, cubed1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans campbells Campbell...

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Mike's Great Red Beans and Rice
BeansMain dishRice

Mike’s Great Red Beans and Rice

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger1 lb smoked kielbasa, cut in slices1 (28 ounce) cans dark...

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Today's and Tomorrow's Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Today’s and Tomorrow’s Meatloaf

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs3/4 cup minced onions1/4 cup minced green peppers2 eggs2 lbs...

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Whole Stuffed Cabbage
BeefGround beefMain dish

Whole Stuffed Cabbage

Ingredients: 1 (28 ounce) cans tomatoes, with their liquid1 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste1...

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Cheesy Beef Taco Skillet
BeefGround beefMain dish

Cheesy Beef Taco Skillet

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 cup shredded cheddar cheese8 (6 inch) corn tortillas or...

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Japanese Eggplant (Aubergine) With Tofu
BeansMain dishSoy/tofu

Japanese Eggplant (Aubergine) With Tofu

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sherry wine1 tablespoon dark sesame oil1 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon fresh...

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Bacon Cheeseburger Rice (Oamc)
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Bacon Cheeseburger Rice (Oamc)

Ingredients: 4 -5 cups cooked rice1 lb ground beef3 slices bacon, cooked crisp and...

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Mexican Tex-Mex Burrito Enchilada Casserole
CasserolesMain dishTex Mex

Mexican Tex-Mex Burrito Enchilada Casserole

Ingredients: 6 -8 flour tortillas1 (14 ounce) cans of drained pinto beans or 1...

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Turkey Cutlets With Lemon Sauce
LemonMain dishTurkey

Turkey Cutlets With Lemon Sauce

Ingredients: 4 turkey cutlets ( about 1 lb)1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper, freshly ground2...

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Chicken Skillet Supper
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Skillet Supper

Ingredients: 1/2 cup flour1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1 frying chickens, cut up3 tablespoons...

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Stove Top Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Stove Top Casserole

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef1 (6 ounce) boxes stove top chicken flavor stuffing...

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Make Ahead Cheeseburger Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Make Ahead Cheeseburger Casserole

Ingredients: 4 lbs lean hamburger1 clove garlic, minced1 large onions, chopped2 (10 3/4 ounce)...

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Chorizo and Egg Burritos
BreakfastLunch/snacksMain dish

Chorizo and Egg Burritos

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh chorizo sausage, broken up6 -8 large eggs, lightly beaten1 large...

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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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Best Ever Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Best Ever Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 onions, chopped1 clove garlic, minced1 (8 ounce) cans tomato...

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Chicken with Curried Mango Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken with Curried Mango Sauce

Ingredients: 4 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1 tablespoon vegetable...

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Mom's Tangy Beef Casserole
BeefCasserolesMain dish

Mom’s Tangy Beef Casserole

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef1 medium onions, chopped2 cans green beans1 can corn...

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FishMain dishSeafood

Oven Roasted Line Fish

Ingredients: 4 -6 fish steaks1 tablespoon honey3 tablespoons soy sauce2 cloves garlic, crushedsalt2 tablespoons...

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Ham 'n Noodles Hot Dish
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Ham ‘n Noodles Hot Dish

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages medium noodles, cooked and drained2 cups cubed cooked ham2...

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Mirj's Boozy Maple Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Mirj’s Boozy Maple Chicken

Ingredients: 2 roasting chickens, cut into serving piecessalt and peppersweet paprika1 cup Scotch whisky1...

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Green Chilie Chicken
CasserolesChicken breastMain dish

Green Chilie Chicken

Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) cans diced green chilies1 can cream of mushroom soup1/4 cup...

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Chicken Breasts With Spicy Mashed Peas
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Breasts With Spicy Mashed Peas

Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 teaspoons paprika9 ounces frozen...

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Steak and Mushroom Florentine
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Steak and Mushroom Florentine

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless beef sirloin (3/4-inch thick) or 1 lb top round steaks...

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Broccoli Chicken Dijon
Lunch/snacksMain dishPoultry

Broccoli Chicken Dijon

Ingredients: 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon light soy sauce4 cups broccoli florets1 garlic...

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Iran Chicken Pilaf
Main dishOne Dish mealRice

Iran Chicken Pilaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups rice3 cups cooked chicken2 tablespoons butter1 onions, chopped2 tablespoons pine...

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Shepherd's Pie With Eggplant (Aubergine)
Main dishOne Dish mealVegetables

Shepherd’s Pie With Eggplant (Aubergine)

Ingredients: 2 large potatoes1 tablespoon buttersalt and pepper1/2 cup yogurt1/2 cup chives, freshly minced1/2...

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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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Chicken With Ham And Cheese
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken With Ham And Cheese

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 (10 ounce) cans cream of chicken...

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Fricasseed Chicken and Dumplings
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Fricasseed Chicken and Dumplings

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, plus1 tablespoon butter3/4 cup flour1/4 teaspoon white pepper3 cups chicken...

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Crock Pot Nacho Pork Chops
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Crock Pot Nacho Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed nacho cheese soup2 teaspoons...

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