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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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Bacon
BeefGround beefMain dish

Bacon, Swiss and Mushroom Meatloaf

Ingredients: 12 ounces bacon ( diced)4 medium white mushrooms ( chopped)1 small onions (...

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Nacho Bread Pizzas
CheeseLunch/snacksMain dish

Nacho Bread Pizzas

Ingredients: 1 loaf French baguettes1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil2 garlic cloves, chopped1/2-1 jalapenos,...

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Grilled Chicken Breasts With Fresh Herbs
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Grilled Chicken Breasts With Fresh Herbs

Ingredients: 3 large garlic cloves, finely chopped1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon...

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Southwestern Chicken
Main dishOne Dish mealVery low carbs

Southwestern Chicken

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika16 ounces chicken...

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Steak Bake
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Steak Bake

Ingredients: 1 lb round steaks, cut in 3 inch pieces1/4 cup flour2 tablespoons shortening1...

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Greek Pastitsio
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Greek Pastitsio

Ingredients: 8 ounces bucatini pasta or 8 ounces ziti pasta3 tablespoons melted butter1/3 cup...

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Sindhi Hara Murgh - Chicken in Green Curry Homemade Sindhi Style
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Sindhi Hara Murgh – Chicken in Green Curry Homemade Sindhi Style

Ingredients: 1 kg chicken, jointed3 tablespoons cooking oil1 teaspoon coriander powder1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder1...

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Carolyn's Shrimp Creole
Main dishShrimpStews

Carolyn’s Shrimp Creole

Ingredients: 1 cup oil1 cup flour2 cups chopped onions1 cup chopped bell peppers2 cloves...

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Rotini and Cheese
CheeseMain dishPasta

Rotini and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages rotini pasta4 tablespoons butter6 tablespoons flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Pork Chops With Caper
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops With Caper, Vermouth, and Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 4 pork loin chops, 1 inch thicksalt and pepper, to taste1/3 cup all-purpose...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishPasta

Pasta With Zucchini Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, crushed3 small zucchini, cut into 2-inch thin...

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Shrimp and Apple Curry With Golden Raisins
ApplesMain dishShrimp

Shrimp and Apple Curry With Golden Raisins

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1 cup chopped peeled granny smith apples3/4 cup chopped shallots2/3 cup...

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Chinese Fried Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chinese Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 2 1/2-3 lbs chicken, cut in 8 pieces2 tablespoons soy sauce ( I...

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Skillet Orange Mustard Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Skillet Orange Mustard Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork loin steaks1/2 cup orange juice3/4 teaspoon cornstarch3 tablespoons light soy...

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Country Lane Pork Chops Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Country Lane Pork Chops Casserole

Ingredients: 6 pork chops ( 1/2-inch thick)salt and pepper3 1/2 cups applesauce1/2 cup seedless...

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Mexican Style Beef in Sauce
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Mexican Style Beef in Sauce

Ingredients: 3 lbs beef stew meat1 (6 ounce) cans enchilada sauce ( hot)1 cup...

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Spanish Rice Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Spanish Rice Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb mild bulk sausage ( Jimmy Dean is best)1 cup uncooked rice1...

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Best Ever Hamburgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Best Ever Hamburgers

Ingredients: 350 g roasted red peppers ( approx)2 garlic cloves, crushed1 small white onions,...

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Chicken and Noodles
ChickenMain dishPasta

Chicken and Noodles

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups...

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Pineapple Mustard Pork Loin
Main dishPorkPork loins

Pineapple Mustard Pork Loin

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs pork loin1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon vinegar2 tablespoons spicy brown...

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Veggie Skillet
Main dishVegetablesVegetarian

Veggie Skillet

Ingredients: 3 cups frozen diced frozen hash browns with onions and peppers2 tablespoons cooking...

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Lemon Pepper Grilled Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Lemon Pepper Grilled Salmon

Ingredients: 1/4 cup lemon-pepper seasoning, blend to taste2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 -3...

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Emra's Pineapple Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Emra’s Pineapple Chicken

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons cornstarch4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup brown sugar1 (13 ounce) cans...

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Springtime Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Springtime Lasagna

Ingredients: 4 cups marinara sauce1 1/2 cups water1/2 cup white wine11 no-boil lasagna noodlescooking...

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Shrimp and Chicken over Pasta
Chicken breastMain dishShrimp

Shrimp and Chicken over Pasta

Ingredients: 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined ( medium or large)4 boneless skinless...

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Calypso Burgers
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Calypso Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans condensed chicken gumbo soup1 teaspoon...

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Manly Meat Sauce
BeefMain dishSpaghetti

Manly Meat Sauce

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 lb ground...

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Chinese Chicken Pizza
ChickenMain dishPizza

Chinese Chicken Pizza

Ingredients: 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter...

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Vegetables Italiano
Main dishSide dishesSquash

Vegetables Italiano

Ingredients: 1 lb zucchini, cut into 1/4 inch slices2 teaspoons virgin olive oil2 tablespoons...

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Herbed Summer Squash and Potato Torte with Parmesan
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Herbed Summer Squash and Potato Torte with Parmesan

Ingredients: 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced1 cup grated parmesan cheese2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Five Spice Chicken

Ingredients: 3/4 lb chicken breasts2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons rice wine or 2 tablespoons...

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Grandma's Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Grandma’s Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper1...

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Gobbler Cobbler
Main dishPoultryTurkey

Gobbler Cobbler

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups turkey gravy3 cups cooked turkey, chunks1 1/2 cups frozen peas1...

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Teen's Favorite Goulash
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Teen’s Favorite Goulash

Ingredients: 1 medium onions, finely chopped1 lb lean ground beef1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2...

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Taco Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Taco Salad

Ingredients: 4 cups lettuce, torn into pieces1 medium red bell peppers, chopped1/2 cup chopped...

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Noodles With Honey-Balsamic Beef
BeefMain dishMeat

Noodles With Honey-Balsamic Beef

Ingredients: 4 ounces angel hair pasta ( I used 4 packets of ramen noodles)12...

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Asian Style Ground Beef and Broccoli With Noodles
BeefGround beefMain dish

Asian Style Ground Beef and Broccoli With Noodles

Ingredients: 7 cups fresh broccoli florets ( uncooked and cut into small florets)1 (10...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Copycat Pal’s Sauceburger

Ingredients: 150 g ground beef1 small hamburger bunssalt & pepper1 tablespoon ketchup1/2 teaspoon sweet...

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Grilled Meat Skewers With Bay Leaves
BeefMain dishPork

Grilled Meat Skewers With Bay Leaves

Ingredients: 2 lbs pork or 2 lbs beef tenderloin, cut into 2 inch chunks3...

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Vegetable Lasagna
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Vegetable Lasagna

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons flour1 1/2 cups milk1/2 cup grated parmesan cheesesalt and...

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Bourbon-Molasses Marinated Beef Tenderloin
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Bourbon-Molasses Marinated Beef Tenderloin

Ingredients: 1 medium onions, chopped fine1/2 cup Bourbon1/4 cup unsulphured dark molasses2 tablespoons Worcestershire...

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Crab Soup
CrabMain dishSoups & stews

Crab Soup

Ingredients: 7 teaspoons butter2 cups sliced mushrooms3 teaspoons flour3 cups chicken stock1 1/2 cups...

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Hunter's Stew
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Hunter’s Stew

Ingredients: 5 -8 lbs beef roast or 5 -8 lbs pork roast or 5...

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Lazy Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Lazy Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef3/4 cup breadcrumbs1/3 cup onion soup mix1 eggs, beaten1...

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Margarita Shrimp
Lunch/snacksMain dishShrimp

Margarita Shrimp

Ingredients: 1/4 cup gold tequila or 1/4 cup white tequila1/2 teaspoon graterd lime peel2...

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Hamburger "Comfort Food" Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Hamburger “Comfort Food” Casserole

Ingredients: 2 lbs hamburger1 medium onions, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced.4 medium potatoes, peeled and...

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Pan Seared Moroccan Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Pan Seared Moroccan Salmon

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice1/2 teaspoon garlic,...

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BeefMain dishMeat

Spicy Grilled Kabobs

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons dried thyme2 teaspoons dried oregano2 teaspoons dried rosemary1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon...

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ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Flour Tortilla Chicken and Dumplings

Ingredients: 1 chicken ( 3 lbs)1 1/2 quarts water1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules or...

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Tuscan Salmon
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalmon

Tuscan Salmon

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dry mustard1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper4...

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Penne Alla Vodka
Main dishPastaPenne

Penne Alla Vodka

Ingredients: 1 good sized onions2 tablespoons garlic-infused olive oilsalt2 (14 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes2...

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So Easy Arroz Con Pollo (Spanish Chicken and Rice)
ChickenMain dishPoultry

So Easy Arroz Con Pollo (Spanish Chicken and Rice)

Ingredients: 3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes1/2 cup chopped...

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Filet Mignon With Cognac Sauce
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Filet Mignon With Cognac Sauce

Ingredients: 4 (4 -6 ounce) beef tenderloin steaks, cut 1 inch thick ( about...

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Pepperoni Macaroni
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Pepperoni Macaroni

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 lb bulk Italian sausage1 large onions, chopped1...

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Spicy Pork Lo Mein
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Spicy Pork Lo Mein

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon dry sherry (optional)1 tablespoon finely chopped...

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Kittencal's Enchilada Stack
BeefGround beefMain dish

Kittencal’s Enchilada Stack

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef or 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey1 large onions,...

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Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole
CasserolesChicken breastMain dish

Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole

Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts, cut into cubes ( skinless & boneless)0.5 (11 ounce) cans...

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Swiss Steak Del Rio
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Swiss Steak Del Rio

Ingredients: 2 lbs round steaks, tenderized1 package onion soup mix1 (4 ounce) cans mushrooms,...

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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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Easiest Lasagna
Ground beefLasagnaMain dish

Easiest Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger3/4 cup water26 ounces Prego spaghetti sauce6 ounces cheddar cheese6 ounces...

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