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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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Simple Teriyaki Steak Dinner
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Simple Teriyaki Steak Dinner

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine1 medium bell peppers, coarsely chopped (...

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Lazy Perogy Casserole
CasserolesLasagnaMain dish

Lazy Perogy Casserole

Ingredients: 15 lasagna noodles2 cups cottage cheese1 eggs1/4 teaspoon onion salt1 cup grated cheddar...

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Creole Cabbage
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Creole Cabbage

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 medium onions, chopped1 green bell peppers, chopped2 garlic cloves,...

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Beef Tenderloin With Southwestern-Style Sauce
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Beef Tenderloin With Southwestern-Style Sauce

Ingredients: 3 lbs beef tenderloin, Trimmed1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons olive...

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Baked Fish with Crispy Herbed Shrimp Topping
FishMain dishShrimp

Baked Fish with Crispy Herbed Shrimp Topping

Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice1/2 cup dry white wine1 clove minced garlic1/2 cup...

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Authentic Pasta Sauce
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Authentic Pasta Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil ( 8)2 lbs pork spareribs, cut in halves or...

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Lemon Cream Fettuccini
Main dishPastaSide dishes

Lemon Cream Fettuccini

Ingredients: 8 ounces fettuccine pasta1 cup heavy cream2 crushed garlic cloves2 tablespoons chopped fresh...

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Herb Roasted Chicken With Lemon
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Herb Roasted Chicken With Lemon

Ingredients: 1 chicken, washed and patted dry ( about 3 pounds)1 teaspoon kosher salt1/4...

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Bean Stew with Tequila Salsa
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Bean Stew with Tequila Salsa

Ingredients: 2 (13 ounce) cans cannellini beans1 (13 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes8 cloves garlic,...

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Chicken Stir Fry
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Stir Fry

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves3 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons soy sauce1 clove garlic,...

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All American Cheeseburgers
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

All American Cheeseburgers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons catsup1/8 teaspoon garlic powder4...

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Cape Cod Turkey Breast
Main dishPoultryTurkey

Cape Cod Turkey Breast

Ingredients: 1 (2 lb) turkey breast halves1 tablespoon oil2 (14 ounce) cans reduced-sodium chicken...

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Dinner in a Pumpkin
Main dishMeatVegetables

Dinner in a Pumpkin

Ingredients: 1 medium pumpkin1 onions, chopped2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 lbs ground beef2 tablespoons soy...

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Plum Wonderful Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Plum Wonderful Chicken

Ingredients: 2 1/2-3 lbs meaty skinless chicken pieces ( i use thighs and legs...

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Orange-Glazed Red Snapper
FishMain dishSeafood

Orange-Glazed Red Snapper

Ingredients: 4 red snapper fillets, 1 pound1/4 cup orange marmalade, can sub apricot if...

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Italian Sausage in Red Sauce
Main dishMeatPork

Italian Sausage in Red Sauce

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs Italian sausage1 (32 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes with garlic1 -2...

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Meatloaf Miniatures
BeefGround beefMain dish

Meatloaf Miniatures

Ingredients: 1 cup ketchup3 -4 tablespoons packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground mustard2 eggs, beaten4...

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Quick and Easy Shepherd's Pie
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Quick and Easy Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients: instant mashed potatoes2 tablespoons parsley flakes2 cups cubed cooked lamb, beef or 2...

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Chicken and Soba Noodle Salad
ChickenMain dishSalads

Chicken and Soba Noodle Salad

Ingredients: 1 (300 g) packets soba noodles2 cups cooked chicken, shredded ( or use...

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Mini Crescent Stromboli Rolls
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Mini Crescent Stromboli Rolls

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent dinner rolls16 slices pepperoni12 slices hard salami12...

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Bounty Burgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Bounty Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1...

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Speedy Vietnamese Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Speedy Vietnamese Chicken

Ingredients: 4 cloves garlic, crushed1 tablespoon fish sauce1 teaspoon brown sugar2 tablespoons oil500 g...

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Pork Chops and Applesauce Gravy
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops and Applesauce Gravy

Ingredients: 8 medium pork loin chops3 tablespoons flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper, to...

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3-Mothers Meatloaf Best Meatloaf I Have Ever Had
BeefGround beefMain dish

3-Mothers Meatloaf Best Meatloaf I Have Ever Had

Ingredients: 1 eggs1/4 cup milkgarlic powder1 tablespoon oregano1 tablespoon parsley1 tablespoon basilsalt and black...

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Grilled Pork Chops With Vanilla-Scented Apples
ApplesMain dishPork

Grilled Pork Chops With Vanilla-Scented Apples

Ingredients: 4 pork chops3 large firm sweet apples, cored, peeled and sliced into 12...

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Impossibly Easy Vegetable Pie
CheeseLunch/snacksMain dish

Impossibly Easy Vegetable Pie

Ingredients: 2 cups chopped broccoli or 2 cups sliced cauliflower1/3 cup chopped onions1/3 cup...

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Pepperoni French Bread Pizza
Lunch/snacksMain dishPizza

Pepperoni French Bread Pizza

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) Italian bread, split in half horizontally1 1/4 cups bottled pasta...

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Cheese-Stuffed Manicotti Crepes
CheeseEggsMain dish

Cheese-Stuffed Manicotti Crepes

Ingredients: 1 cup water ( may need to use a bit more)1 cup flour2...

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Sopa de Albondigas (Mexican Meatball Soup)
Ground beefMain dishSoups & stews

Sopa de Albondigas (Mexican Meatball Soup)

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 onions, chopped3 -5 cloves garlic, minced2 stalks celery, chopped...

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Macho Macaroni and Cheese Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Macho Macaroni and Cheese Casserole

Ingredients: 6 -8 cups wide egg noodles, uncooked1 1/2 lbs good 95% lean ground...

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Cheeseburger Baked Potatoes
Low in...Low sodiumMain dish

Cheeseburger Baked Potatoes

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 large garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon olive oilsalt and pepper,...

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Turkey and Stuffing Pie
Main dishPoultryTurkey

Turkey and Stuffing Pie

Ingredients: 1 eggs, beaten1 cup chicken broth1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine5 cups...

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Roasted Tomato and Basil Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Roasted Tomato and Basil Pizza

Ingredients: 4 large plum tomatoes1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon balsamic vinegarsalt and pepper1/3 lb...

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Carole's Crowder Peas
BeansMain dishStews

Carole’s Crowder Peas

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages frozen crowder peas2 cups finely diced ham, pieces2 cups...

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Beerinthebutt chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Beerinthebutt chicken

Ingredients: 3 -4 lbs chickenlemon pepper2/3 can beer Directions: Rinse chicken thoroughly inside and...

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Baked Tubini With Roasted Chicken and Three Cheeses
ChickenMain dishPenne

Baked Tubini With Roasted Chicken and Three Cheeses

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup milk1 cup chicken broth ( reduced...

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South of the Border Chicken Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

South of the Border Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 1 cup sour cream3 ounces cream cheese1/2 cup cottage cheese1 (10 1/2 ounce)...

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Moroccan Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Moroccan Chicken

Ingredients: 3 chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces1 tablespoon oil, vegetable1 large onions,...

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Western Pork Chops
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Western Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 -5 pork chops ( “1/2 inch” thick)1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce4 -6...

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Korean Pan Grilled Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Korean Pan Grilled Chicken

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons japanese dark soy sauce1 1/2 tablespoons sugar2 garlic cloves, peeled &...

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Cheesy Chicken Florentine
ChickenMain dishSpaghetti

Cheesy Chicken Florentine

Ingredients: 8 ounces thin spaghetti1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 teaspoon olive oil1...

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Broiled Fish Fillets With Orange Butter Sauce
Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Broiled Fish Fillets With Orange Butter Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup orange juice1 tablespoon butter3 tablespoons olive oilsalt and pepper1/2 cup diced...

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AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Yummy Stuffed Eggplant with Meat and Rice

Ingredients: 2 lbs small eggplants or 2 medium eggplantssalt and pepper1 -2 tablespoon tomato...

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Cashew Crusted Chicken With Spinach
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Cashew Crusted Chicken With Spinach

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 cloves garlic, minced4 ounces roasted cashews1 teaspoon seasoning salt1...

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California-style Enchiladas
ChickenMain dishPoultry

California-style Enchiladas

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil1 onions, chopped1 clove garlic, chopped1/2 lb white mushrooms, chopped1/2 lb...

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Golden Fried Tofu Bites
AppetizersMain dishSoy/tofu

Golden Fried Tofu Bites

Ingredients: 1 lb medium firm tofu ( the kind packed in water)2/3 cup all-purpose...

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Bouranee Baunjan - Afghan Eggplant With Yogurt Sauce
Main dishOnionsSide dishes

Bouranee Baunjan – Afghan Eggplant With Yogurt Sauce

Ingredients: 1 large globe eggplantssaltoil ( for frying)2 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon butter or...

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FishMain dishSeafood

Bay Leaf and Lemon Marinated Swordfish Kabobs

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind1/4 cup fresh lemon juice1/4 teaspoon pepper8 fresh bay...

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Rita's Lemon Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Rita’s Lemon Chicken

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup water4...

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Noodles
Main dishPastaSide dishes

Noodles, Cabbage and Onions – Halushki

Ingredients: 1 head cabbage1 1/2 cups broad egg noodles1 1/2 cups onions4 tablespoons unsalted...

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Herbed Grilled Tuna in Foil (Pesce al Cartoccio)
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Herbed Grilled Tuna in Foil (Pesce al Cartoccio)

Ingredients: 4 slices fresh tuna, one slice per person about 1 ” thick1/2 cup...

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Main dishMeatPork

Roast Pork With Herb Crust

Ingredients: 6 cloves garlic, minced1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper1...

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Vegetable Bean Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Vegetable Bean Soup

Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped onions1/2 cup sliced celery1/2 cup sliced carrots1/2 teaspoon minced garlic1...

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Butternut Squash and (Sweet) Potato Gratin With Walnut Crust
Main dishPotatoesSide dishes

Butternut Squash and (Sweet) Potato Gratin With Walnut Crust

Ingredients: 2 lbs butternut squash, peeled1 1/4 lbs idaho potatoes, peeled ( I used...

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Highland Meatballs With Mustard and Whisky Sauce
Condimentsetc.Ground beef

Highland Meatballs With Mustard and Whisky Sauce

Ingredients: 4 slices white bread, crustless and crumbled1/2 cup milk, for soaking1 large eggs3/4...

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Beef Kurmah (Curried Beef)
BeefMain dishMeat

Beef Kurmah (Curried Beef)

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 kg stewing beef ( chuck)8 spring onions, chopped2 garlic...

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Company's Coming Chicken Pot Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Company’s Coming Chicken Pot Pie

Ingredients: 1 whole chicken, precooked ( I only use the white meat, saving the...

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Sausage And Cabbage Skillet
Main dishPorkVegetables

Sausage And Cabbage Skillet

Ingredients: 1 small cabbage, shredded4 medium potatoes, sliced into rounds1 medium onions, into rings1...

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Asparagus Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Asparagus Lasagna

Ingredients: 10 wide lasagna noodles1/4 cup margarine4 garlic cloves, chopped1/4 cup all-purpose flour3 cups...

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Peach Glazed Pork Chops (Oamc)
Main dishPeachesPork chops

Peach Glazed Pork Chops (Oamc)

Ingredients: 3 cups unsweetened frozen peach slices ( about a pound, if making fresh,...

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