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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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Famous Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Famous Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef2 slices white bread ( crumbled)1/4 cup whole milk1...

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Buca Di Beppo Rigatoni Positano (Copycat)
Main dishPastarice and grains

Buca Di Beppo Rigatoni Positano (Copycat)

Ingredients: 1/2 ounce fresh basil15 ounces marinara sauce6 ounces mozzarella cheese, fresh ( found...

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grilled wasabi tuna
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

grilled wasabi tuna

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds2 teaspoons wasabi powder2 teaspoons ground pepper1 teaspoon garlic...

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Filet Mignon a La Empress
BeefMain dishMeat

Filet Mignon a La Empress

Ingredients: 2 (10 ounce) prime filet of beef4 tablespoons oyster sauce (Lee Kum Kee,...

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Shrimp Scampi With Pasta Alfredo
Lunch/snacksMain dishShrimp

Shrimp Scampi With Pasta Alfredo

Ingredients: 1 lb raw shrimp, shelled and deveined2 tablespoons olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced1...

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Honey Chipotle Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Honey Chipotle Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1/2 cup water1 teaspoon ground cumin4 garlic cloves1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts1...

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Moo Goo Gai Pan II
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Moo Goo Gai Pan II

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces2 tablespoons cornstarch1...

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Ultimate Black Bean and Rice Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Ultimate Black Bean and Rice Soup

Ingredients: 1 large onions, chopped finely2 celery ribs, diced2 carrots, diced1 -2 jalapeno peppers,...

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Chicken With Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken With Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts, with bone in or 4 chicken legs or 4 chicken...

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Low in...Low sodiumMain dish

Chicken ala Turk

Ingredients: 4 lbs chicken, cut in 12 pieces3 large tomatoes, peeled,seeded and chopped2 onions,...

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Potato Gnocchi With Gorgonzola
Main dishPotatoesSide dishes

Potato Gnocchi With Gorgonzola

Ingredients: 2 lbs potatoes1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour2/3 lb gorgonzola, dolce1/4...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Leftover Chicken Steak

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, minced1/4 cup canned pimientos, chopped1/2 cup sliced mushrooms2 tablespoons...

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Cheese And Spinach Fettuccine
Main dishPastarice and grains

Cheese And Spinach Fettuccine

Ingredients: 12 ounces fettuccine10 ounces frozen chopped spinach2 cups milk1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon butter1/2...

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Salmon and Rice Phyllo Packets
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon and Rice Phyllo Packets

Ingredients: 20 ounces fresh spinach2 teaspoons lemon juice1 dash nutmeg2 lbs salmon fillets8 sheets...

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Chile Rellenos
CasserolesCheeseMain dish

Chile Rellenos

Ingredients: 1 cup chopped onions1 1/2 tablespoons butter2 (5 ounce) cans chopped green chilies,...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Emergency Meatball Sub Dinner

Ingredients: 6 frozen meatballs ( homemade or store bought)1/4 cup pasta sauce, from a...

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Italian Saute
Main dishSide dishesVegetables

Italian Saute

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced1...

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Lamb Chops
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Lamb Chops, Calabrese, With Tomatoes, Peppers and Olives

Ingredients: 1 large red bell peppers or 2 small red bell peppers8 lamb rib...

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Quiche -- Spinach Sausage
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Quiche — Spinach Sausage

Ingredients: 1 9 inch pie shell8 ounces bulk pork sausage1/4 cup chopped green onions1...

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Beef Fajita Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Beef Fajita Soup

Ingredients: 2 lbs beef, cut in small cubes2 tablespoons safflower oil1 large onions, diced3...

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South Beach Diet Oven-Fried Chicken With Almonds
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

South Beach Diet Oven-Fried Chicken With Almonds

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1 dash...

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Beef Noodle bake
BeefCasserolesMain dish

Beef Noodle bake

Ingredients: 4 cups of uncooked dumpling egg noodles1 lb lean ground beef1 small onions,...

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Minnesota Minnestroni
Kid FriendlyMain dishSoups & stews

Minnesota Minnestroni

Ingredients: 2 lbs hamburger1 cup chopped onions1 clove garlic1 (28 ounce) cans tomatoes1 (15...

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Southwestern Cheesy Chicken Skillet
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Southwestern Cheesy Chicken Skillet

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces2 cups elbow...

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Enchiladas Verdes (Green Enchiladas)
Main dishMexicanNorth american

Enchiladas Verdes (Green Enchiladas)

Ingredients: 12 corn tortillas4 tablespoons oil or 4 tablespoons lard1 clove garlic1 tablespoon flour4...

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Grilled Margarita Chicken Breasts
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Grilled Margarita Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon lime zest1/4 cup fresh lime juice1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil2...

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Pork Loins in Tarragon Sauce
< 30 minsMain dishTime to make

Pork Loins in Tarragon Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb pork loin1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon brown mustard1 tablespoon butter1/2...

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The Best Pepper Steak Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

The Best Pepper Steak Sandwiches

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil1 lb top sirloin steaks, cut into bite size strips1...

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Pearl's Chicken Cacciatore
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Pearl’s Chicken Cacciatore

Ingredients: 8 tablespoons butter2 large onions, diced2 green bell peppers, stemmed, seeded, and diced3...

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Pasta With Pancetta and Tomato Sauce - Giada De Laurentiis
Main dishPastaPork

Pasta With Pancetta and Tomato Sauce – Giada De Laurentiis

Ingredients: 6 ounces pancetta, diced2 tablespoons olive oil1 onions, choppedsea salt2 garlic cloves, coarsely...

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CheeseEggs/dairyMain dish

Chicken Chilaquiles

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs fresh tomatillos, husked rinsed and halved2 large garlic cloves1 large...

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Italian Ground Beef Dinner
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Italian Ground Beef Dinner

Ingredients: 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs1/4 cup chopped onions1/4 cup chopped green peppers1 tablespoon minced...

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Shrimp and Veggy Stir-Fry
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Shrimp and Veggy Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 3 teaspoons cornstarch4 tablespoons cold water3 tablespoons soy sauce3 tablespoons wine ( I...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Roasted Veggie Sandwich

Ingredients: 1 (3/4 lb) eggplants, cut into 1/4 inch slices2 red bell peppers, halved...

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Low Carb breaded Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Low Carb breaded Chicken

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 eggs, slightly beatenpork rinds, crushed ( spicy or...

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Chili Cheese Pie
< 60 minsMain dishOne Dish meal

Chili Cheese Pie

Ingredients: 1 (8 1/2 ounce) boxes Jiffy cornbread mix1 eggs3 teaspoons sugar1/2 cup milk1...

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Cajun Chicken Strips
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Cajun Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon flour1 teaspoon poultry seasoning3/4 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon chili...

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ApplesBeefMain dish

Apple-Glazed Beef Brisket

Ingredients: 1 boneless beef brisket ( 4 to 5 lbs.)1 medium quartered onions2 cloves...

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Polenta With Green Chiles and Cheese
GrainsMain dishSide dishes

Polenta With Green Chiles and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 cups milk1 cup water3/4 cup yellow cornmeal (quick cooking) or 3/4 cup...

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Bacon and Avocado Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Bacon and Avocado Sandwiches

Ingredients: 6 slices bacon5 tablespoons mayonnaise3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill1...

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Veggie Sprouts Salad Combo
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Veggie Sprouts Salad Combo

Ingredients: 1 cup bean sprouts1/2 cup potatoes, boiled,diced1/2 cup red tomatoes, chopped1/2 teaspoon chili...

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Chicken Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil1 leeks, sliced1 small onions, chopped2 -3 garlic...

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Colorful Black Bean and Crab Salad
Main dishSaladsSide dishes

Colorful Black Bean and Crab Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups frozen corn, thawed1 (19 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed1/4...

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Excellent Mughlai Zaafrani Murg(Mughlai Saffron Chicken)
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Excellent Mughlai Zaafrani Murg(Mughlai Saffron Chicken)

Ingredients: 750 g chicken, cleaned, washed and cut into pieces1 teaspoon salt, to taste1...

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Cheesy Rice
< 30 minsCasserolesMain dish

Cheesy Rice, Mushrooms and Peas

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages frozen peas, cooked and drained1 (4 1/2 ounce) jars...

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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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Chipotle Chicken Salad Tacos
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chipotle Chicken Salad Tacos

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1/3 cup olive oil, preferably extra-virgin2 canned chipotle chiles in...

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Low Fat Roasted Lemon Pepper Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Low Fat Roasted Lemon Pepper Chicken

Ingredients: 1 roasting chickens ( about 3 lbs)2 lemons2 cloves garlic1 small onions, peeled...

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Pesto Crusted Roast Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Pesto Crusted Roast Salmon

Ingredients: 1 1/2-2 cups basil leaves, stemmed and chopped1 cup white breadcrumbs1/2 cup pine...

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Easy Meatloaf Pie
BeefGround beefMain dish

Easy Meatloaf Pie

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups full-fat milk1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (...

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GrainsMain dishSide dishes

Barley With Vegetables

Ingredients: 1 cup barley2 cups broth ( of your choice)1 large onions, chopped2 ripe...

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Mexican Bean Salad
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Mexican Bean Salad

Ingredients: 1 (15 1/2 ounce) cans black beans1 (15 1/2 ounce) cans kidney beans1...

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Noodle Rice Pilaf
Long Grain riceMain dishPasta

Noodle Rice Pilaf

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter1 cup long grain rice ( I use jasmine)1/2 cup uncooked...

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Pasta With Smoked Salmon
Main dishOne Dish mealSalmon

Pasta With Smoked Salmon, Cream, and Dill

Ingredients: 9 ounces dried linguine or 9 ounces penne pasta3 tablespoons butter12 ounces smoked...

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Cheesesteak Calzone
BeefLunch/snacksMain dish

Cheesesteak Calzone

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages refrigerated pizza dough14 ounces Steak-ums ( frozen chipped steak)1/2...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Super Bowl Sunday Sandwich

Ingredients: 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelopes onion soup mix16 ounces sour cream1 loaf French...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Stomparato (Stampede)

Ingredients: 1 whole cut up chicken or 4 pieces veal chops or 4 pieces...

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Spiral Barbecue Wieners
Low carbLunch/snacksMain dish

Spiral Barbecue Wieners

Ingredients: 8 hot dogs ( any type will work)1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce1/2 cup...

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BeefMain dishOnions

Mongolian Beef

Ingredients: 1 lb flank steaks, shredded1 egg whites1/2 teaspoon salt ( may omit if...

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Steaks With Blue Vein Cheese
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Steaks With Blue Vein Cheese

Ingredients: 4 boneless rib-eye steaks4 ounces blue cheese2 ounces cream cheesesalt & freshly ground...

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