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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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Hickory Glazed Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Hickory Glazed Salmon

Ingredients: 4 (6 -8 ounce) salmon fillets1 cup shallots ( in 1/8-inch dice)1 tablespoon...

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Salmon With Maple Syrup and Toasted Almonds
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon With Maple Syrup and Toasted Almonds

Ingredients: 6 (6 ounce) salmon fillets1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup maple syrup3 tablespoons...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Well Seasoned Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground chuck1/2 teaspoon cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne1/2 teaspoon thyme1/2...

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Cheese Filled  Chicken Cutlets
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Cheese Filled Chicken Cutlets

Ingredients: 6 boneless chicken breast halves1/4 teaspoon salt4 tablespoons flour, divided5 tablespoons butter, divided1...

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Spicy Pasta and Shrimp
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Spicy Pasta and Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 -1 1/2 lb precooked deveined and peeled shrimp1/4 cup chicken broth1/4 cup...

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Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Pochero

Ingredients: 1 cup dried chickpeas1 (3 lb) chicken, cut in serving size pieces1 lb...

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Cabbage Rolls
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Cabbage Rolls

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef1 cup chopped onions1 (29 ounce) cans tomato sauce3 1/2...

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Chili Pasta Bake
Ground beefMain dishPenne

Chili Pasta Bake

Ingredients: 10 ounces penne pasta1 lb ground beef1 cup chopped onions2 tablespoons chili powder1...

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Hamburger Helper Budget Stretch
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Hamburger Helper Budget Stretch

Ingredients: 1 (6 1/4 ounce) boxes Hamburger Helper mix for beef pasta, use the...

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20 Minute Creamy Pesto Chicken and Bow Ties
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

20 Minute Creamy Pesto Chicken and Bow Ties

Ingredients: 3 cups bow tie pasta, uncooked2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine1 -1...

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Biggest Bestest Burgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Biggest Bestest Burgers

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef1 onions, finely chopped1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper1 teaspoon dried...

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Meatloaf Au Gratin
BeefGround beefMain dish

Meatloaf Au Gratin

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 eggs2 cups soft breadcrumbs (...

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Spicy Sweet Grilled Shrimp
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Spicy Sweet Grilled Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 cup guava jelly or 1 cup apple jelly2 garlic cloves, finely chopped2...

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Salt-Fried Rib-Eye Steak
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Salt-Fried Rib-Eye Steak

Ingredients: 2 (7/8 lb) rib eye steaks ( should be 1-1/4 inches thick (1-3/4...

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Bev's Best Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Bev’s Best Meatloaf

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup1 (4...

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Greek Salad Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Greek Salad Pizza

Ingredients: 1 large store bought thin pizza dough1/2 cup kraft Greek salad dressing, divided1...

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Tuna Noodle Florentine
Main dishOne Dish mealTuna

Tuna Noodle Florentine

Ingredients: 2 cups small shell pasta, cooked and drained1 (20 ounce) packages frozen spinach,...

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Louisiana Chicken Sauce Piquant
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Louisiana Chicken Sauce Piquant

Ingredients: 6 lbs chicken3 cups cooking oil4 garlic cloves, finely chopped3 (14 ounce) cans...

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Cheesy Hominy Casserole
CasserolesCheeseMain dish

Cheesy Hominy Casserole

Ingredients: 61 ounces cannd hominy, drained6 ounces canned chopped green chilies, drained24 ounces sour...

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Quickie Beef Stroganoff
BeefMain dishMeat

Quickie Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients: 12 ounces boneless round steak, cut in thin slices1 tablespoon oil2 cups sliced...

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Chicken With Sour Cream Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken With Sour Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup flour3 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons olive oil4...

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Baked Chicken With Herbs
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Baked Chicken With Herbs

Ingredients: 2 whole chicken, cut in quarters or eighths1 teaspoon pepper4 teaspoons tarragon, divided4...

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California Club Sandwich
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

California Club Sandwich

Ingredients: 3 slices white bread3 tablespoons mayonnaise2 romaine lettuce leaves4 slices roma tomatoes1/2 avocados,...

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Spicy Beef Skewers
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Spicy Beef Skewers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 medium onions4 garlic cloves, crushed2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon dried...

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Braised Pork Chops in Sour Cream Sauce
Main dishMeatPork

Braised Pork Chops in Sour Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless pork chops ( 4 chops)salt and pepper3/4 cup beef broth,...

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Neapolitan Pork Chops
Main dishMeatPork

Neapolitan Pork Chops

Ingredients: 8 boneless pork chops2 tablespoons olive oil1 clove garlic ( Minced)1 lb sliced...

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Italian Ham-And-Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Italian Ham-And-Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 tablespoons minced fresh Italian parsley1 teaspoon Dijon...

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Mom's Saucy Pork Chops
Main dishMeatPork

Mom’s Saucy Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 pork chops4 slices onions3 tablespoons catsup2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 can cream of...

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Sherry Tofu and Snow Peas
BeansMain dishSoy/tofu

Sherry Tofu and Snow Peas

Ingredients: 1 lb firm tofu or 1 lb extra firm tofu, cut into 1/2...

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Chili Citrus Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chili Citrus Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2...

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Lemony Mediterranean Couscous Salad
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Lemony Mediterranean Couscous Salad

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups instant couscous2 cups chicken stock or 2 cups vegetable stock,...

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Open-Faced Tuna and Artichoke Melt
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Open-Faced Tuna and Artichoke Melt

Ingredients: 4 pieces canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped ( about 1/2 cup)1/4 cup...

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Steak With a Side Blue Cheese Pasta Sauce by Rachael Ray
< 30 minsMain dishTime to make

Steak With a Side Blue Cheese Pasta Sauce by Rachael Ray

Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, chopped into 1-inch piecessalt1 lb spaghetti4 (8 ounce) New York...

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Beef Tenderloin Steak With Mushrooms and Madeira
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Beef Tenderloin Steak With Mushrooms and Madeira

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons olive oil14 ounces white button mushrooms, sliced ( can...

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Rosemary Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Rosemary Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups dry breadcrumbs1/2 cup flour1 1/2 teaspoons salt1 1/2 teaspoons crushed...

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Pasta Loaf With Meat Sauce
Elbow macaroniGround beefMain dish

Pasta Loaf With Meat Sauce

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked shell pasta or 2 cups elbow macaroni ( 8 oz.)1...

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Zucchini Frittata
Main dishOne Dish mealSquash

Zucchini Frittata

Ingredients: 8 cups shredded unpeeled zucchini ( about three pounds)1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon...

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Somali Stew - Maraq (pronounced MAH-ruhk)
Low cholesterolMain dishStews

Somali Stew – Maraq (pronounced MAH-ruhk)

Ingredients: 1 onions, chopped1 -2 tablespoon oil1 lb stewing beef, cubed2 large tomatoes, chopped1...

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Crispy  Frying  Batter
< 4 hours5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Crispy Frying Batter

Ingredients: 2 eggs, separated,whites set aside1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup lukewarm water1 tablespoon oil3/4 cup...

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Potato and Sausage in Gravy
Main dishOne Dish mealPotatoes

Potato and Sausage in Gravy

Ingredients: 2 lbs raw link sausage7 medium potatoes1 large onions2 cups water ( or...

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Marinated Flank Steak Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Marinated Flank Steak Sandwiches

Ingredients: 2/3 cup ketchup1/2 cup water1/3 cup lemon juice1/2 teaspoon celery salt2 teaspoons Worcestershire...

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Shipwreck Hamburger Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Shipwreck Hamburger Casserole

Ingredients: 2 large potatoes, sliced1 large onions, sliced (optional)1 1/2 lbs hamburger1 cup uncooked...

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Low Carb Stuffed Bell Peppers
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Low Carb Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 4 green peppers ( cleaned with seeds and tops removed)1 tablespoon extra virgin...

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Manchurian Shrimp (Garlic Flavored Shrimp)
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Manchurian Shrimp (Garlic Flavored Shrimp)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs shrimp ( 16-20 per pound)1 teaspoon cornstarch1 teaspoon ginger paste1...

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Which Fishcakes
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Which Fishcakes

Ingredients: 16 ounces canned salmon (or jack mackerel) or 16 ounces canned tuna (...

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Shrimp and Okra
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Shrimp and Okra

Ingredients: 2 -3 tablespoons oil or 2 -3 tablespoons butter or 2 -3 tablespoons...

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Too Good Beef Biryani
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Too Good Beef Biryani

Ingredients: 1 kg long-grain basmati rice1 kg beef, clean and cut into average sized...

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Sole Mornay (Baked fish with a white cheese sauce)
Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Sole Mornay (Baked fish with a white cheese sauce)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs sole fillets2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons flour1 teaspoon...

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Cajun Chicken Stew
ChickenMain dishStews

Cajun Chicken Stew

Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour3/4-1 cup vegetable oil1 medium onions, diced2 stalks celery, diced2...

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Sweet Potato Burritos
Main dishPotatoesYam/sweet potato

Sweet Potato Burritos

Ingredients: 3 teaspoons vegetable oil1 onions, chopped4 cloves garlic, minced6 cups canned kidney beans,...

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Shrimp Taco Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Shrimp Taco Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined1 envelope taco seasoning, divided1/2 cup...

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Indian Mince Cutlets
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Indian Mince Cutlets

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground lamb or 2 lbs ground goat meat or 2 lbs...

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Southern-Style Stuffed Bell Peppers
Main dishRiceWhite rice

Southern-Style Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 1 lb sausage ( sage works best)6 medium bell peppers ( can use...

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Glazed Curry Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Glazed Curry Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 cup whole wheat flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon paprika3 lbs chicken, cut up...

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Khara Masala Balti Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Khara Masala Balti Chicken

Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds1/4 teaspoon onion seeds1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds1/4...

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Haddock Supreme
FishMain dishSeafood

Haddock Supreme

Ingredients: 2 lbs haddock filletsflour1 eggs, slightly beaten3 tablespoons milk2 tablespoons ketchupdry breadcrumbsseasoning salt1/4...

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Tuscan Beans
BeansCasserolesMain dish

Tuscan Beans

Ingredients: 1/2 cup diced pancetta or 4 slices bacon, coarsely chopped1 teaspoon olive oil...

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Hawaiian Pork Stir-Fry
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Hawaiian Pork Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 1/2 cup cider vinegar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup cornstarch1/4 cup...

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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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Pasta Puttanesca ( the Madame's Pasta )
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Pasta Puttanesca ( the Madame’s Pasta )

Ingredients: 1/2 lb spaghetti1 (14 ounce) cans Italian tomatoes1/2 teaspoon sugar4 tablespoons flat leaf...

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