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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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Quick Carbonara
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Quick Carbonara

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages spaghetti, uncooked8 slices bacon2/3 cup chopped green onions1 (4...

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Marinated Lentil Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Marinated Lentil Salad

Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice1/4 cup red wine vinegar3 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon...

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Herbed Balsamic Chicken Breasts
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Herbed Balsamic Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breast halves, with skin on washed and patted dry2 cloves...

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Arugula Pesto Pasta
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Arugula Pesto Pasta

Ingredients: 1 bunch arugula1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and drained2 garlic cloves, chopped1/4 cup parmesan...

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Chicken Breasts in (Aeolian) Island Aromatics
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Breasts in (Aeolian) Island Aromatics

Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil1/4 cup finely chopped scallions2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots2...

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Country Pie
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Country Pie

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce1/2 cup breadcrumbs1/4 cup chopped onions1 lb ground...

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Baked Rotini with Chicken and Mushrooms
Main dishPastarice and grains

Baked Rotini with Chicken and Mushrooms

Ingredients: 2 boxes tri-color spiral pasta4 chicken breasts ( or pre-cooked chicken)2 jars sliced...

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Coney Island Sauce - Detroit Style
BeefGround beefMain dish

Coney Island Sauce – Detroit Style

Ingredients: 2 lbs hamburger6 ounces tomato paste6 ounces water2 tablespoons mustard2 tablespoons chili powder1...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Buffalo Wings

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter, melted2 -3 tablespoons Tabasco sauce1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar1 teaspoon...

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Easy Reuben Chicken Bake
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Easy Reuben Chicken Bake

Ingredients: 4 -5 chicken breasts, bone inseasoning saltpepper1 (16 ounce) cans sauerkraut, drained (...

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Roasted Pork Tenderloin With Acorn Squash
Low calorieLow carbMain dish

Roasted Pork Tenderloin With Acorn Squash

Ingredients: 1 (2 lb) acorn squash, quartered, seeded and sliced 1/2 inch thick, skin...

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Shrimp Pasta Primavera
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Shrimp Pasta Primavera

Ingredients: 4 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta8 large shrimp, peeled and deveined6 fresh asparagus...

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Salmon Patties With Lemon Sauce
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon Patties With Lemon Sauce

Ingredients: 1 (14 3/4 ounce) cans pink salmon, drained skin and bones removed3/4 cup...

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Thai Chicken and Pasta
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Thai Chicken and Pasta

Ingredients: 2 large green onions1 large carrots1 small zucchini ( about 8 ounces)6 large...

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Low Carb Turkey Salad Casserole
CasserolesMain dishTurkey

Low Carb Turkey Salad Casserole

Ingredients: 4 cups cooked turkey, cubed1 cup celery, diced1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted1 teaspoon...

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Queso Flameado
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Queso Flameado

Ingredients: 1/4 lb chorizo sausage, casings removed1/2 onions, thinly sliced1 small tomatoes, diced1/4 cup...

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Chicken with Raspberry Vinegar
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken with Raspberry Vinegar

Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken, cut into serving pieces1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil10 cloves...

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Roast Beef Sandwiches With Sun-Dried Tomato Spread
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Roast Beef Sandwiches With Sun-Dried Tomato Spread

Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes ( drain oil)8 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons...

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Pasta With Red Sauce and Salmon
Main dishOne Dish mealSalmon

Pasta With Red Sauce and Salmon

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onions, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1 (28 ounce) cans...

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Szechuan Fried Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Szechuan Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts4 tablespoons cornstarch1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder1/2...

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Potato Cauliflower Curry
Main dishOne Dish mealPotatoes

Potato Cauliflower Curry

Ingredients: 1 head cauliflower, broken into florets2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 medium onions, chopped1 green...

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Garlic Dijon Dump Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Garlic Dijon Dump Chicken

Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, minced4 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons lime juice1 1/2 lbs chicken...

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Tortellini Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishSoups & stews

Tortellini Soup

Ingredients: 1/4 lb lean ground beef2 Italian sausages, sliced1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup chopped...

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Ham and Fruit Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Ham and Fruit Salad

Ingredients: 1/4 cup sliced bananas1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice1/4 cup fresh pineapple or 1/4...

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Chicken With Blueberry-Ginger Chutney
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken With Blueberry-Ginger Chutney

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh blueberries or 2 cups frozen blueberries1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/3...

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Pepperoncini  (oil and Garlic Spaghetti)
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

Pepperoncini (oil and Garlic Spaghetti)

Ingredients: 1 lb spaghetti6 -8 garlic cloves, sliced fine NOT MINCED1/2 cup olive oil,...

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Thick and Hearty Stew
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Thick and Hearty Stew

Ingredients: 1/2 lb cubed pork roast ( or beef roast, or venison roast, or...

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Babootie
BananasGround beefMain dish

Babootie

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef ( or half ground beef and ground pork)2 onions,...

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Garlic Lover's Chicken Tetrazzini
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Garlic Lover’s Chicken Tetrazzini

Ingredients: 1 medium broiler-fryer chickens (whatever’s on sale!) or 8 chicken parts ( whatever’s...

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Gnocchi
Main dishPastaPotatoes

Gnocchi, Mark’s Recipe

Ingredients: 1 kg potatoes, weighed after peeling40 g butter170 g all-purpose flour20 g grated...

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Smokey Chipotle Grilled White Fish
FishMain dishSeafood

Smokey Chipotle Grilled White Fish

Ingredients: 2 white fish fillets1 chipotle chiles3 -4 tablespoons cilantro1 limes Directions: Chop chili...

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Macaroni Goulash (Affectionately Known As Kitchen Sink Goulash)
Ground beefMain dishStews

Macaroni Goulash (Affectionately Known As Kitchen Sink Goulash)

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2-1 cup chopped onions2 stalks celery1/2 cup chopped green peppers1...

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Barley Morocco
GrainsLunch/snacksMain dish

Barley Morocco

Ingredients: 4 cups hot cooked pearl barley, recipe follows1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup sliced...

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Shrimp Louis Pasta Salad
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Shrimp Louis Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 3 cups spiral shaped pasta, uncooked1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup ranch dressing1/3 cup seafood...

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World's Laziest Lasagna
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

World’s Laziest Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (32 ounce) cans spaghetti sauce or 1 (32 ounce)...

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Baked Cajun Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Baked Cajun Chicken

Ingredients: 1 1/2-2 lbs chicken, meaty ( breasts, thighs, drumstick)nonstick spray coating2 tablespoons nonfat...

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Pan-Fried Stuffed Chicken With Prosciutto
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Pan-Fried Stuffed Chicken With Prosciutto, Mozzarella and Basil

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves4 small slice prosciutto or 4 small smoked...

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Minute Steaks Parmesan
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Minute Steaks Parmesan

Ingredients: 1 eggs1 tablespoon water1 dash pepper1/4 cup finely crushed saltine crackers ( 6-7)1/4...

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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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Baked Salsa Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Baked Salsa Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 (16 ounce) jars salsa1 cup shredded fat-free cheddar...

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Birdie's King Ranch Chicken Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Birdie’s King Ranch Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 3 lbs cooked chicken, boned and cut up into small pieces1 medium onions,...

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Bulgur Pilaf With Broccoli and Peppers
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Bulgur Pilaf With Broccoli and Peppers

Ingredients: 1 cup broccoli florets, cut small1 onions, chopped ( use a small onion)2/3...

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Parmesan Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Parmesan Pork Chops

Ingredients: 2 cups crushed corn flakes3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1/4...

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Leftover Chicken Croquettes
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Leftover Chicken Croquettes

Ingredients: 3 cups cooked chicken, finely chopped1 1/2 cups seasoned dry bread crumbs2 -3...

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Grandma's Italian Spaghetti Sauce
Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Grandma’s Italian Spaghetti Sauce

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons olive oil1 onions, chopped1 bell peppers, chopped2 teaspoons chopped garlic2 lbs...

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Cheese and Mushroom-Stuffed Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Cheese and Mushroom-Stuffed Meatloaf

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onions, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced10 ounces sliced mushrooms1...

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White Spinach Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

White Spinach Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 (32 ounce) containers ricotta cheese2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed...

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White Pesto Pizza
Main dishOne Dish mealPizza

White Pesto Pizza

Ingredients: 1 cup parsley, chopped1 cup basil, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced4 teaspoons olive oil2...

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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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Dixieland Shortcake
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Dixieland Shortcake

Ingredients: 1 prepared cornbread1 large green peppers, chopped1 large red peppers, chopped1 tablespoon butter1...

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Easy Cheesy Fondue
AppetizersCheeseMain dish

Easy Cheesy Fondue

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine1/4 cup flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon fresh...

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Stuffed Zucchini Middle East Style
BeefGround beefMain dish

Stuffed Zucchini Middle East Style

Ingredients: 3 large zucchini1 large onions, chopped1 lb lean ground beef, uncooked3/4 cup short-grain...

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Flaky Chicken Wraps
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Flaky Chicken Wraps

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil1 (1 ounce) envelope ranch dressing mix1 (16 1/3 ounce) cans...

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Beef and Mashed Potato Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef and Mashed Potato Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 large onions, finely chopped1/4 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced2...

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Easy Applesauce Meatballs
BeefGround beefMain dish

Easy Applesauce Meatballs

Ingredients: 2 cups corn flakes, slightly crushed3 tablespoons onions, chopped1 1/2 lbs ground beef1...

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Steak and Mushroom Pie
Beef steaksMain dishSavory pies

Steak and Mushroom Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb round steaks or 1 lb sirloin tip steaks1 tablespoon oil2 tablespoons...

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Crispy Crunchy Chicken Bites
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Crispy Crunchy Chicken Bites

Ingredients: 2 cloves minced garlic1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice1...

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Carolina-Style Barbecue Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Carolina-Style Barbecue Chicken

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves3/4 cup packed light brown sugar, divided3/4...

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Paprikash Csirke (Paprika Chicken)
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Paprikash Csirke (Paprika Chicken)

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 onions, finely chopped1 garlic cloves, crushed1 tablespoon paprika1/2 teaspoon...

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Very Veggie Casserole
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Very Veggie Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) bags spinach4 medium new potatoes, unpeeled and sliced4 ounces mushrooms,...

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