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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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Fantastic Feta Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Fantastic Feta Chicken

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves ( about 2 pounds)2 tablespoons lemon juice,...

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Tortilla Casserole My Way
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Tortilla Casserole My Way

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 small onions, peeled and diced1 tablespoon taco seasoning...

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Dirty Rice (NO LIVERS)
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Dirty Rice (NO LIVERS)

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 cup raw rice1 green peppers ( chopped)1 medium onions...

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Cheesy Potatoes for the Grill
Main dishOne Dish mealPotatoes

Cheesy Potatoes for the Grill

Ingredients: 4 slices bacon ( cooked crisp and crumbled)4 large potatoes, sliced1/4 cup chopped...

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Hellmann's Parmesan Crusted Chicken (Low-fat Version)
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Hellmann’s Parmesan Crusted Chicken (Low-fat Version)

Ingredients: 1/2 cup hellmann mayonnaise1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese4 boneless skinless chicken breasts4 teaspoons...

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Southwestern Wraps
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Southwestern Wraps

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked rice3/4 cup salsa1 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained,rinsed1 (11...

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Hamburger Noodle Bake
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Hamburger Noodle Bake

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger2 teaspoons minced onions1 teaspoon minced garlic1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1...

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Fresh Herb Rubbed Salmon Fillets
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Fresh Herb Rubbed Salmon Fillets

Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves1/4 cup chopped onions3 tablespoons...

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Winner's Spaghetti Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Winner’s Spaghetti Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (10 -16 ounce) packages thin spaghetti, cooked and drained1 (28 ounce) jars...

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Uncle Bill's Bulgarian Stew
< 4 hoursMain dishStews

Uncle Bill’s Bulgarian Stew

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless pork, either sliced in strips or cubed2 tablespoons olive oil1...

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Spaghetti With a Brown Sauce Baked in Foil
Beef steaksMain dishSpaghetti

Spaghetti With a Brown Sauce Baked in Foil

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onions, finely chopped2 garlic cloves1 tablespoon...

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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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Aunt Lydia's German-style Baked Macaroni
CasserolesElbow macaroniMain dish

Aunt Lydia’s German-style Baked Macaroni

Ingredients: 1 lb elbow macaroni ( cooked & drained)1 lb sharp cheddar cheese (...

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Asian Chicken with Noodles
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Asian Chicken with Noodles

Ingredients: 8 ounces angel hair pasta1/4 cup stir-fry sauce, from supermarket2 tablespoons honeycrushed red...

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Thin Cracker Crust Pizza
Low cholesterolMain dishPizza

Thin Cracker Crust Pizza

Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups high- gluten flour3/4 cup warm water1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 1/2...

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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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Veggie Chapati Roll-Up
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Veggie Chapati Roll-Up

Ingredients: 1 lb medium firm tofu, pressed to get the moisture out1/2 cup tahini1...

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Peruvian Chicken with Spicy Rice
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Peruvian Chicken with Spicy Rice

Ingredients: 8 pieces chicken1/2 cup oil1 onions, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced1 hot pepper, chopped...

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Steak Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Steak Soup

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef, browned and drained1 tablespoon oil1 cup carrots, thinly sliced1/2...

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Honey Mustard Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Honey Mustard Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef (combo, etc.) or 1 1/2 lbs ground...

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Chicken and Rolled Dumplings
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken and Rolled Dumplings

Ingredients: 2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts ( about 1 1/2-2 lbs. total)2 quarts...

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Chicken-Chilada Bake
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken-Chilada Bake

Ingredients: 2 fresh minced garlic cloves2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 (12 ounce) cans tomatoes2 cups...

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Carne Asada Tacos
Main dishNorth americanOne Dish meal

Carne Asada Tacos

Ingredients: 2 lbs flank steaks or 2 lbs round steaks1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime...

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Spaghetti With Tomato and Feta Sauce
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

Spaghetti With Tomato and Feta Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon dried oregano ( Mediterranean is best)1/2 lb mushrooms,...

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Fresh Tomato and Goats Cheese Quiche
Lunch/snacksMain dishSavory pies

Fresh Tomato and Goats Cheese Quiche

Ingredients: 175 g plain flour1 pinch salt25 g parmesan cheese, finely grated85 g butter,...

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Pineapple
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Pineapple, Mandarin, Ginger Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil6 skinless chicken breast halvespepper1 (8 ounce) cans pineapple chunks,...

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Chicken or Turkey Pot Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Chicken or Turkey Pot Pie

Ingredients: 1 cup diced onions1 cup diced celery ribs1 cup diced green bell peppers1/3...

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Maple Salmon Fillets
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Maple Salmon Fillets

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon grated gingerroot1 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup pure maple syrup1 tablespoon president...

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Spaghetti With Potato
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

Spaghetti With Potato, Sage and Lemon

Ingredients: 8 large potatoes, peeledolive oil1 teaspoon dried thyme1 large onions, sliced4 garlic cloves,...

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Oven Fried Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Oven Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 2 chicken, cut in eight serving pieces ( 3 pounds each)1 quart buttermilk2...

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Lamb and Rice Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Lamb and Rice Casserole

Ingredients: 2 lamb shanks2 tablespoons butter1 small onions, chopped3 ounces cans tomato paste1 teaspoon...

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Israeli Chickpea Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Israeli Chickpea Salad

Ingredients: 1 cucumbers, seeded and diced1 green bell peppers, diced3 large ripe plum tomatoes,...

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< 30 minsMain dishSeafood

Nutty fish

Ingredients: 1/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup spicy brown mustard1/2 cup dried breadcrumbs1/4 cup shredded coconut1...

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Cajun Roasted Turkey or Chicken
Main dishMeatPoultry

Cajun Roasted Turkey or Chicken

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons canola oil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2...

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Veronica's Easy Spanish Rice
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Veronica’s Easy Spanish Rice

Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked rice1 medium onions, chopped ( I like onions so I...

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Rappy Pie  (Acadian Food)
Low sodiumMain dishOne Dish meal

Rappy Pie (Acadian Food)

Ingredients: 1 (4 lb) chicken, cut up1 cup onions, chopped1 cup carrots, chopped in...

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Onion in Custard
EggsEggs/dairyMain dish

Onion in Custard

Ingredients: 1 lb onions, sliced6 tablespoons butter2 eggs1 cup cream ( or half and...

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Basil Grilled Chicken With Tomato Basil Butter
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Basil Grilled Chicken With Tomato Basil Butter

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves3/4 cup olive oil1/2 cup chopped fresh basil3...

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Shrimp Pilaf
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Shrimp Pilaf

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons butter1 lb raw large shrimp, shelled and deveined1 (8 ounce) bottles...

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Zesty Tomato Chicken
CasserolesMain dishPoultry

Zesty Tomato Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 (10 ounce) cans campbell’s tomato soup1 cup stewed...

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Chicken in a Garden
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken in a Garden

Ingredients: 1 boneless skinless chicken breasts ( can be frozen, just add baking time)1...

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Spinach Gratin
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Spinach Gratin

Ingredients: 2 lbs spinach, cooked and drained1 cup cooked brown rice1 cup grated cheddar...

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Pork Chops With Apples and Stuffing
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops With Apples and Stuffing

Ingredients: 6 boneless pork chops ( 1 inch thick)1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 (6 ounce)...

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Leftover Pork and Bean Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Leftover Pork and Bean Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (28 ounce) cans baked beans ( your favorite flavor)2 cups shredded barbecued...

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Sweet and Sour Peppers with Pasta Bows
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Sweet and Sour Peppers with Pasta Bows

Ingredients: 1 red bell peppers1 yellow bell peppers1 orange bell peppers1 clove garlic, crushed2...

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Thai Ginger Coconut Vegetable Toss
CoconutMain dishOne Dish meal

Thai Ginger Coconut Vegetable Toss

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons ginger, grated1 tablespoon sesame oil2 cups cauliflower, in bite sized pieces1/2...

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Chicken Nugget Casserole
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Chicken Nugget Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (13 1/2 ounce) packages frozen chicken nuggets1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese1 (26...

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Chicken Green Chile Enchilada Casserole (Vegetarian)
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Green Chile Enchilada Casserole (Vegetarian)

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil1 cup chopped onions3 garlic cloves, minced1 (4 1/2 ounce)...

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Fire and Ice Salad (Papaya Shrimp Salad)
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Fire and Ice Salad (Papaya Shrimp Salad)

Ingredients: 4 cups cooked jasmine rice, chilled1 lb cooked small to medium shrimp, peeled,...

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Tofu With Onions
Main dishSoy/tofuTomatoes

Tofu With Onions, Peppers and Tomatoes

Ingredients: 2 lbs firm tofu, Wildwood4 teaspoons curry powder2 limes, juice of3 ounces olive...

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Splendid Chicken and Corn
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Splendid Chicken and Corn

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 1/2 cups corn kernels ( fresh or...

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Potato and Pork Skillet
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Potato and Pork Skillet

Ingredients: 1 lb pork tenderloins, cut into 1/4 inch slices2 tablespoons butter or 2...

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Mandarin Pasta Salad
Main dishPastaSalads

Mandarin Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) package angel hair pasta (cappelini) or 1 (1 lb) package...

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Bean and Cheese Enchiladas
BeansCheeseMain dish

Bean and Cheese Enchiladas

Ingredients: 12 corn tortillas2 (15 ounce) cans ranch style beans or 2 (15 ounce)...

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Vegetarian Bean Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Vegetarian Bean Pasta

Ingredients: 12 ounces dry linguine28 ounces canned tomatoes or 28 ounces fresh tomatoes1 (15...

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Pad Thai - Lower Fat Version
Main dishSeafoodSide dishes

Pad Thai – Lower Fat Version

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans undiluted chicken broth, can use low sodium1/2 lb rice...

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Louisiana Jambalaya
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Louisiana Jambalaya

Ingredients: 1/2 lb fully cooked smoked sausage, halved and sliced2 cups fully cooked ham,...

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Fresh Asparagus and Prosciutto Strata
CheeseMain dishSide dishes

Fresh Asparagus and Prosciutto Strata

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh asparagus, tough ends removed discarded ( cut the asparagus into...

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Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese
ChickenElbow macaroniMain dish

Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, steamed2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine8 ounces...

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Salsa Burgers
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Salsa Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/4 cup salsa1/2 cup shredded cheese1 eggs Directions: Mix all...

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