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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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Homemade Hamburgers
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Homemade Hamburgers

Ingredients: 7 lbs lean ground beef2 1/2 cups dried breadcrumbs6 eggs4 small onions1 teaspoon...

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Mean Guy's General Tso's Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Mean Guy’s General Tso’s Chicken

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken thighs, boned and cubed3 eggs, beaten1/2 cup cornstarch, plus2 teaspoons...

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Healthy Taco Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Healthy Taco Soup

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons canola oil ( or olive oil)1 large onions ( sliced or...

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Beef and Bean Pot
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef and Bean Pot

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 onions, chopped6 slices bacon, diced1 tablespoon white vinegar1...

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Badazz Baked Beans
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Badazz Baked Beans, Beef and Bacon

Ingredients: 1/2 lb bacon, diced1 small onions, chopped1 lb ground round, browned ( poetry...

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Oriental Seafood Stir-Fry
CrabLunch/snacksMain dish

Oriental Seafood Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 1/2 cup water3 tablespoons lemon juice3 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon packed brown sugar1...

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30 Minute Beef Pot Pie for 2
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

30 Minute Beef Pot Pie for 2

Ingredients: 1/2 lb stew meat, cut into bite size pieces2 cups chicken broth or...

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Penne With Roasted Chicken and Radicchio
Main dishPastaPenne

Penne With Roasted Chicken and Radicchio

Ingredients: 1 lb whole wheat penne1 head radicchio, torn into 1 inch pieces1/2 cup...

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Chilaquiles with Chicken
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Chilaquiles with Chicken

Ingredients: 2 cups fried corn tortilla strips ( directions follow)vegetable oil ( for frying)4...

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Aunt Mag's Spoonburgers
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Aunt Mag’s Spoonburgers

Ingredients: 2 lbs hamburger1 medium chopped onions1 cup Heinz 57 steak sauce1 cup ketchup1...

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Stilton Stuffed Filet Mignon
BeefMain dishPork

Stilton Stuffed Filet Mignon

Ingredients: 1 lb Red Bliss potatoes, quarteredcracked black peppersalt1 tablespoon dried thyme2 tablespoons olive...

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Creamed Chicken and Biscuits
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Creamed Chicken and Biscuits

Ingredients: 1/2 large onions (optional)1 1/2 teaspoons butter (optional)4 cups cooked chopped chicken1 (10...

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Pork Fajitas
Main dishOne Dish mealPork loins

Pork Fajitas

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 lb pork tenderloins, julienned1/2 teaspoon salt ( or more...

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Fabulous Fettuccine
Lunch/snacksMain dishPasta

Fabulous Fettuccine

Ingredients: 375 g fettuccine4 slices bacon ( rindless)1/2 cup sliced mushrooms1 (130 g) cans...

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Cold Taco Salad
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Cold Taco Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef, browned1 can rinsed and drained kidney beans1 onions, diced2...

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Apricot-Glazed Pork Tenderloin
Main dishPorkPork loins

Apricot-Glazed Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 2 (12 ounce) pork tenderloins1 tablespoon olive oilsalt and pepper1 cup apricot jam1/4...

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Apricot Glazed Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Apricot Glazed Chicken

Ingredients: 6 -8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/2 cup apricot jam3 tablespoons light soy...

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Oyster Stew in Three Minutes
Main dishShellfishStews

Oyster Stew in Three Minutes

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cans oysters ( I like Daufuski’s brand)1 (12 ounce) cans...

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Chickpea Stew With Crispy Pita Wedges
Main dishSide dishesStews

Chickpea Stew With Crispy Pita Wedges

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 small red onions, sliced in wedges4 garlic cloves, minced1...

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Yummy Baked Ziti
Main dishPastarice and grains

Yummy Baked Ziti

Ingredients: 3 cups ziti pasta, uncooked3 cups spaghetti sauce1 3/4 cups part-skim ricotta cheese2...

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Asian Grilled Pork Tenderloin
Main dishPorkPork loins

Asian Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 1 (2 -2 1/2 lb) pork tenderloins1/4 cup soy sauce ( * I...

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CheeseMain dishStews

Three Sisters Vegetable Stew

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon butter1 large onions, chopped medium3 garlic cloves, minced2 cups fresh corn2...

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Herb-Crusted Roast Beef
BeefBeef roastMain dish

Herb-Crusted Roast Beef

Ingredients: 4 1/2-5 lbs boneless rump roast2 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons...

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Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa2 cups water4 large green peppers ( or 6 medium)1 medium...

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Simple Marinara Sauce
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

Simple Marinara Sauce

Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, minced1 lb ground beef1 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes1 (15...

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Pork Chops Italian
Main dishMeatPork

Pork Chops Italian

Ingredients: 4 -6 pork chops4 tablespoons chopped green bell peppers1 cup soft breadcrumbs2 tablespoons...

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Maple and Orange Glazed Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Maple and Orange Glazed Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts ( I use 8 chicken thighs)1/4 cup plain...

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CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Raisins, Nuts n’ Bulgur

Ingredients: 1 cup bulgur2 cups boiling water1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 cup golden...

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Chile Rellenos Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chile Rellenos Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/2 cup shredded taco cheese or 1/2 cup...

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Rub Tenderizer for London Broil
BeefLunch/snacksMain dish

Rub Tenderizer for London Broil

Ingredients: 3 lbs london broil beef1 tablespoon fresh cracked pepper1 tablespoon garlic, minced1 tablespoon...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Ma Po Noodles with Tofu

Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable stock1/3 cup hoisin sauce1 tablespoon sherry wine1/3 cup ketchup1 teaspoon...

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Fruity Chicken Salad
Chicken breastMain dishSalads

Fruity Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken1 cup mandarin oranges in light syrup2 cups cabbage coleslaw...

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Healthy Rigatoni Bake
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Healthy Rigatoni Bake

Ingredients: 1/2 lb extra lean ground beef1 cup oats ( yes, oatmeal, just dry)1...

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Burger Baked Beans
BeansMain dishOne Dish meal

Burger Baked Beans

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces1 cup chopped...

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Main dishMeatPork

Easy Cabbage Rolls with Sauerkraut

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground pork1 cup uncooked rice2 medium onions, chopped1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon...

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Mussels in White Wine
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Mussels in White Wine

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter1 teaspoon all-purpose flour1 clove garlic, minced1/4 cup finely diced celery1/2...

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Somerset Pork With Apples Recipe
Main dishOne Dish mealPork loins

Somerset Pork With Apples Recipe

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1 1/4 lbs pork loin, cut into bite-sized pieces12 baby onions,...

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Autumn Carrot Casserole
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Autumn Carrot Casserole

Ingredients: 2 lbs carrots, peeled and sliced1/3 cup brown sugar1/4 cup butter or 1/4...

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Hearty Dairy Farmers' Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Hearty Dairy Farmers’ Casserole

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1/3 cup onions, chopped1 teaspoon green peppers, chopped2 cups...

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Penne With Roma Tomatoes
Main dishOne Dish mealPenne

Penne With Roma Tomatoes

Ingredients: 2 cups penne pasta, uncooked1 clove garlic3 tablespoons olive oil4 small roma tomatoes,...

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Mcdonald Family Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Mcdonald Family Meatloaf

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs ground beef2 -3 large eggs1 teaspoon Lawry’s Seasoned Salt (...

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Mamaw's Potato Stuff
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Mamaw’s Potato Stuff

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chuck1/2 cup onions, chopped4 cups mashed potatoes, buttered well2 (14...

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Cooking Light Beef-Broccoli Lo Mein
Beef steaksChickenMain dish

Cooking Light Beef-Broccoli Lo Mein

Ingredients: 4 cups hot cooked spaghetti ( about 8 ounces uncooked pasta)1 teaspoon dark...

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Cordon Bleu Stromboli
Lunch/snacksMain dishPizza

Cordon Bleu Stromboli

Ingredients: 1 lb loaf frozen bread dough, thawed2 tablespoons butter (optional) or 2 tablespoons...

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Prime Rib Cedar Plank Roasted
BeefBeef roastMain dish

Prime Rib Cedar Plank Roasted

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon granulated garlic1 tablespoon onion powder1 tablespoon freshly ground coarse black pepper1...

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Stuffed Chicken Thighs Braised in Chianti
Main dishMeatPoultry

Stuffed Chicken Thighs Braised in Chianti

Ingredients: 1 link hot Italian sausage, casing removed, meat crumbled1/2 cup Stove Top stuffing...

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CasserolesChicken breastMain dish

Murder Mystery Chicken

Ingredients: 8 boneless chicken breasts8 slices swiss cheese1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of...

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Shrimp Jambalaya
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Shrimp Jambalaya

Ingredients: 1 lb raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined1 tablespoon creole seasoning2 tablespoons olive...

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Nachos Arizona Style
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Nachos Arizona Style

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beefsalt and pepper, to taste1/2 large red onions, chopped1...

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Scotch Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Scotch Salmon

Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets, 6 oz each ( 175 g)salt and pepper3 garlic cloves,...

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Veggie Gyro Burgers
EuropeanGreekMain dish

Veggie Gyro Burgers

Ingredients: 4 frozen veggie burgers1/2 cup nonfat sour cream1/4 medium unpeeled cucumbers, chopped1 garlic...

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Easy Beef and Noodles
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Easy Beef and Noodles

Ingredients: 2 -3 lbs chuck roast1 can beef broth1 package mccormick au jus sauce1...

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Carolyn's Stir-Fry Rice
Main dishOne Dish mealVegetables

Carolyn’s Stir-Fry Rice

Ingredients: 1 roll of pork sausage (we use Jimmy Dean-Sage) or 1 lb leftover...

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Easy Swiss Chicken dinner
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Easy Swiss Chicken dinner

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts2 (10 ounce) boxes frozen broccoli, spears ( or...

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Simple Sweet and Sour Tofu
Main dishSide dishesSoy/tofu

Simple Sweet and Sour Tofu

Ingredients: 7 -8 ounces extra firm tofu1/2 white onions, chopped1 cup chopped bell peppers...

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Beef Pot Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Beef Pot Pie

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) packages pillsbury refrigerated pie crusts1 (12 ounce) jars beef gravy2...

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Quick Honey Mustard Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Quick Honey Mustard Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves ( 1 pound)1 cup dry breadcrumbs3 teaspoons...

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Garlic Potato Topped Stroganoff Shepherd's Pie
Ground beefMain dishSavory pies

Garlic Potato Topped Stroganoff Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients: 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled ( save half)1 1/2 cups frozen sliced...

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Homemade Spaghetti O's
Lunch/snacksMain dishSpaghetti

Homemade Spaghetti O’s

Ingredients: 3 (8 ounce) cans tomato soup1 (8 ounce) cans water1 (8 ounce) cans...

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Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas

Ingredients: 3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast halves3 slices bacon2 garlic cloves, minced1 1/2...

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