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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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Pasta Foriana
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Pasta Foriana

Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil5 garlic cloves, minced3 -5 anchovy fillets (optional)1/2 cup walnuts,...

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Beef Chow Mein
BeefMain dishPasta

Beef Chow Mein

Ingredients: 3/4 lb bottom round steaks1 tablespoon soy sauce1 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon sugar8 mushrooms...

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Quick Beef Stew
BeefMain dishStews

Quick Beef Stew

Ingredients: 1 lb beef, cut up, cooked ( 2 to 2 1/2 cups)4 medium...

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Crabmeat Au Gratin
CrabMain dishShellfish

Crabmeat Au Gratin

Ingredients: 1 cup butter1 cup onions, chopped1 cup celery, chopped1/2 cup bell peppers, chopped1...

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Rice Crust Pizza With Italian-Seasoned Chicken
Lunch/snacksMain dishPizza

Rice Crust Pizza With Italian-Seasoned Chicken

Ingredients: 3 cups cooked long-grain rice1 tablespoon olive oil2 egg whites, lightly beaten (...

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Baked Chicken Teriyaki
Main dishOne Dish mealPoultry

Baked Chicken Teriyaki

Ingredients: 8 chicken thighs, skinned1/2 cup teriyaki marinade2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated1 tablespoon honey4...

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Tasty Chicken Nuggets
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Tasty Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumbs1/4 cup grated parmesan...

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Southwestern Pasta
Main dishPastarice and grains

Southwestern Pasta

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup half-and-half cream or 1/2 cup light cream4 tablespoons parmesan...

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Machine's Beef Stroganoff
BeefGround beefMain dish

Machine’s Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs beef ( coarse ground, stew meat, steak, pretty much anything)1...

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Oven-Fried Fish
FishMain dishSeafood

Oven-Fried Fish

Ingredients: 3/4 cup corn flake crumbs1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper1/4...

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Smothered Hamburger Steak
BeefGround beefMain dish

Smothered Hamburger Steak

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef1 onions, diced2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons extra virgin...

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Bow Tie Taco Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Bow Tie Taco Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 lb ground pork2 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning...

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Baked Bean Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Baked Bean Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 small onions2 (16 ounce) cans baked beans1 cup...

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Turkey Wraps With Mango and Curried Mayonnaise
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Turkey Wraps With Mango and Curried Mayonnaise

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons curry powder1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise or 1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise2 teaspoons...

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Quickie Pasta Bake
CheeseMain dishPasta

Quickie Pasta Bake

Ingredients: 1 lb pasta or 1 lb penne or 1 lb rotini pasta or...

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Reduced Fat Vegetarian Cheeseburger Pie
Main dishOnionsSavory pies

Reduced Fat Vegetarian Cheeseburger Pie

Ingredients: 2 cups vegetarian ground beef ( equivalent to 1 lb)1/2 cup sweet onions,...

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Gorgonzola Tenderloin
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Gorgonzola Tenderloin

Ingredients: 4 beef tenderloin steaks, cut 1 inch thick ( 4-6 ounces each)1 clove...

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Best Baked Macaroni and Cheese Ever!
Elbow macaroniMain dishSide dishes

Best Baked Macaroni and Cheese Ever!

Ingredients: 1 cup macaroni3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons flour1 1/2 cups evaporated milk1 (8 ounce)...

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Fish Cakes (heart Healthy)
FishMain dishSeafood

Fish Cakes (heart Healthy)

Ingredients: 1/3 cup bell peppers ( medium chopped)1/3 cup celery ( medium chopped)1/3 cup...

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Spaghetti With Olive Oil
Main dishSide dishesSpaghetti

Spaghetti With Olive Oil, Garlic and Anchovies

Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil8 garlic cloves, large and minced2 (2 ounce) cans anchovy...

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Spicy Tuna Steaks
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Spicy Tuna Steaks

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil1 tablespoon ginger, minced8 scallions, chopped1 clove garlic, crushed1/4 teaspoon Tabasco...

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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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Caesar Burgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Caesar Burgers

Ingredients: 1 eggs2 lbs lean ground beef1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese2 tablespoons lemon...

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Chicken Taco Salad
ChickenMain dishSalads

Chicken Taco Salad

Ingredients: 1/2 head lettuce, shredded2 cups cooked chicken, cubed1 tomatoes, seeded and chopped1/2 cup...

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Chuckwagon Stew
Main dishSoups & stewsStews

Chuckwagon Stew

Ingredients: 1 lb stew meat1 onions, chopped1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt, please...

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Beef and Onion Tater Tot Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef and Onion Tater Tot Casserole

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beefsalt and pepper2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of...

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Pesto Pork
Main dishPorkPork loins

Pesto Pork

Ingredients: 1 1/4-1 1/2 lbs single boneless center cut pork loin roast1/2 cup all-purpose...

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Chops and Onions
Main dishMeatPork

Chops and Onions

Ingredients: 3/4 cup lime juice1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper4 pork chops ( 1/2...

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Honey Pizza Dough  (awesome)
ItalianMain dishPizza

Honey Pizza Dough (awesome)

Ingredients: 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast ( or 1 package)1 teaspoon honey1 cup...

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Easy Chicken Taco Salad for Two
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Easy Chicken Taco Salad for Two

Ingredients: 1 whole chicken breasts1/2 can salsa ( your favorite)1/2 package taco seasoning1 bag...

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Spinach Dip Mozzarella Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Spinach Dip Mozzarella Pizza

Ingredients: 1 prepared 12-inch pizza crust ( Boboli)1 lb deli spinach dip, with lots...

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Broccoli and Chestnut Terrine
BroccoliMain dishSide dishes

Broccoli and Chestnut Terrine

Ingredients: 1 lb broccoli, cut into small florets8 ounces cooked chestnuts, rough chopped1 cup...

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Steak Nachos
AppetizersBeef steaksMain dish

Steak Nachos

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) beef top round steak, chopped1/4 cup chopped onions1 tablespoon vegetable...

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Sesame Crusted Tuna Steaks With Balsamic Sauce
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Sesame Crusted Tuna Steaks With Balsamic Sauce

Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) tuna steaks ( room temperature)1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon fresh ground...

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Baked Mostaccioli with Peppers
Main dishPastarice and grains

Baked Mostaccioli with Peppers

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil1/2 lb ground beef3 cups green peppers or 3 cups...

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Best-Ever Meatloaf
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Best-Ever Meatloaf

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons butter3/4 cup chopped onions1/2 cup red peppers1/2 cup green peppers2 teaspoons...

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Bacon-Feta Stuffed Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Bacon-Feta Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 cup bacon, cooked & crumbled1/4 cup feta cheese,...

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Kidney Bean
Main dishSoups & stewsStews

Kidney Bean, Barley, and Sweet Potato Stew

Ingredients: 4 cups vegetable broth1/2 cup pearl barley2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed...

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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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Beef and Green Bean Pie With Squash and Potato Topping
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef and Green Bean Pie With Squash and Potato Topping

Ingredients: 1 medium butternut squash, cut and seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes (...

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Seashell Shrimp Salad
Main dishSaladsShrimp

Seashell Shrimp Salad

Ingredients: 8 ounces shell pasta1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix8 ounces small shrimp,...

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Tabouli Chicken Casserole
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Tabouli Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 1 cut up broiler-fryer chickens2 (6 ounce) cans marinated artichoke hearts, drained1 (15...

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Italian Chicken and Mushroom Skillet
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Italian Chicken and Mushroom Skillet

Ingredients: 6 -8 boneless chicken breastsseasoning saltpeppergarlic powder3 stalks celery, chopped1 green bell peppers,...

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Aglio e Olio
Main dishPastarice and grains

Aglio e Olio

Ingredients: 8 ounces spaghetti or 8 ounces linguine6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil6 cloves...

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Tuna Biscuit Squares
Lunch/snacksMain dishTuna

Tuna Biscuit Squares

Ingredients: 2/3 cup milk1/3 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup ranch salad dressing4 cups pioneer biscuit mix2...

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Chicken With Spiced Yogurt
ChickenMain dishStews

Chicken With Spiced Yogurt

Ingredients: 2 cups natural full fat yogurt1 teaspoon ground cardamom1 1/2 inches fresh ginger,...

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Beef With Carrots Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef With Carrots Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1/4 cup onions, chopped1 -2 garlic cloves, minced, to...

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Springtime Grilled Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Springtime Grilled Salmon

Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry white wine3 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons thyme leaves1 1/2 teaspoons...

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Black Bean and Chicken Quesadillas
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Black Bean and Chicken Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1 medium onions, chopped1 (15 ounce) cans...

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Oriental Beef Noodle Bowl
BeefMain dishMeat

Oriental Beef Noodle Bowl

Ingredients: 1/2 lb flank steaks1 (7/8 ounce) package mccormick brown gravy mix1 cup shredded...

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Slow Roasted Vegetable Soup
Main dishSoups & stewsYam/sweet potato

Slow Roasted Vegetable Soup

Ingredients: 1 large red onions, peeled8 ounces carrots, peeled8 ounces sweet potatoes, peeled8 ounces...

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Chicken Laredo
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Chicken Laredo

Ingredients: 3 cups shredded cooked chicken, seasoned withsalt and pepper2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 cup...

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Whole Wheat Pizza Dough
Low cholesterolMain dishPizza

Whole Wheat Pizza Dough

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour1 teaspoon salt2 packets active...

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Chicken Spinach Polenta Layer Pie
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Spinach Polenta Layer Pie

Ingredients: 6 chicken breasts2 cups water or 2 cups chicken stock, to cover6 large...

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Pepperoni Pizza Sandwich
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Pepperoni Pizza Sandwich

Ingredients: 2 slices white breadpizza saucesliced pepperoni ( to taste)1 pinch of finely ground...

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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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Mini Meat Loaves in the Microwave
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Mini Meat Loaves in the Microwave

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup onions, chopped1 eggs1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs1/4 cup milk1/2...

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Mom's American Stroganoff
BeefGround beefMain dish

Mom’s American Stroganoff

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 onions, chopped2 tablespoons flour1 tablespoon paprikagarlic saltpepper1 (10 3/4...

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Chicken and Sugar Snap Pea Saute
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken and Sugar Snap Pea Saute

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil3/4 lb sugar snap peas, trimmed of stem ends and...

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Quick Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Quick Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 pork chops ( Preferably cut thin)1 tablespoon mustardpepper1 can condensed cream of...

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