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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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Hawaiian-Style Braised Pork
Main dishPorkVegetables

Hawaiian-Style Braised Pork

Ingredients: 4 lbs pork shoulder, cut into about 1-inch cubessalt and pepper1 teaspoon garlic...

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Artichoke and Olive Marinara Sauce
Main dishOne Dish mealPenne

Artichoke and Olive Marinara Sauce

Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, minced3/4 cup finely chopped onions1 1/2 tablespoons minced drained bottled...

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AppetizersMain dishShrimp

South of the Border Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined4 tablespoons butter2 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons...

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Tomato Kadhi
AsianMain dishVegetables

Tomato Kadhi

Ingredients: 15 large tomatoes3 tablespoons vegetable oil2 green chilies, slit lengthwise1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds1/2...

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Oriental Hamburger Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Oriental Hamburger Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef2 medium onions, chopped1 cup celery, chopped1 (10 3/4...

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Zubriac
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Zubriac

Ingredients: 8 ounces dry lasagna noodles3 (12 ounce) cartons cottage cheese1 lb monterey jack...

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Greek Shrimp with Rigatoni
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Greek Shrimp with Rigatoni

Ingredients: 5 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic2 cups peeled cubed tomatoes, preferably...

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Gehaktballen: Dutch meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Gehaktballen: Dutch meatballs

Ingredients: 1 cup lean ground beef1 eggs2 slices white bread, crusts removed1 small onions,...

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Turkey Rice Bake
Main dishPoultryTurkey

Turkey Rice Bake

Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked rice1/4 cup butter1/4 cup flour1 1/4 cups chicken broth1/2 cup...

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Cheesy Cabbage Casserole
CasserolesMain dishVegetables

Cheesy Cabbage Casserole

Ingredients: 1 head cabbage1 medium onions2 tablespoons butter1 can cream of mushroom soup1 box...

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Braised Lemon Chicken
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Braised Lemon Chicken

Ingredients: 6 chicken thighs ( bone in, skin on)1/2 cup balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon olive...

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Oven Fried Pecan Chicken Breasts
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Oven Fried Pecan Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups herb seasoned stuffing mix, crushed3/4 cup pecans, finely chopped1/3 cup...

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German Applesauce Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

German Applesauce Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs hamburger1/2 lb ground pork1/2 cup onions, chopped1 cup applesauce1 cup...

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Easy Bean Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Easy Bean Soup

Ingredients: 6 strips bacon, diced1 medium onions, diced2 stalks celery, diced3 cups great northern...

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Kittencal's Marinade for Grilled Steak
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Kittencal’s Marinade for Grilled Steak

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic ( I use 6 large cloves)2 tablespoons Worcestershire...

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Cheeseburger Macaroni and Cheese
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Cheeseburger Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil1/2 cup onions, chopped1 lb ground beef2 tablespoons flour1 cup milk4...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) Almost Parmigiano
ItalianMain dishVegetables

Eggplant (Aubergine) Almost Parmigiano

Ingredients: 4 medium eggplants, sliced crosswise into 7 . 5 mm sliceslight olive oilmozzarella...

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Super-easy Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Super-easy Lasagna

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups spaghetti sauce ( your favorite store brand)1 cup water8 ounces...

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Meatball Pie
Ground beefMain dishSavory pies

Meatball Pie

Ingredients: 3/4 cup soft breadcrumbs1/4 cup chopped onions2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley1 teaspoon salt1/2...

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Tomatoes and Dumplings
Main dishSide dishesTomatoes

Tomatoes and Dumplings

Ingredients: 2 (28 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes, i liked to use sliced,undrained2 tablespoons butter...

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Party Pasta
Main dishSide dishesSpaghetti

Party Pasta

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) jars roasted red peppers packed in oil1 (10 ounce) jars...

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Chicken Gyros for 2
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Chicken Gyros for 2

Ingredients: 1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons olive oil3/4 teaspoon garlic, minced- divided use1/2 teaspoon...

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Fast' N' Tasty Mini Meatloaves
BeefGround beefMain dish

Fast’ N’ Tasty Mini Meatloaves

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1/2 cup kretschmer original toasted wheat germ1/2 cup barbecue...

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Roasted Tomato Tart
Main dishSavory piesTomatoes

Roasted Tomato Tart

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon shortening1 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon coarsely chopped pine nuts,...

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Santa Fe Chicken and Rice
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Santa Fe Chicken and Rice

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked rice3/4 lb chicken breasts, sliced8 ounces salsa1 (11 ounce) cans...

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Macaroni-Ham Salad
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Macaroni-Ham Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked macaroni1 cup diced cheddar cheese2 tablespoons salad oil2 tablespoons vinegar1...

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Herbed Chicken Piccata
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Herbed Chicken Piccata

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon grated lemon rind1/8 teaspoon pepper2...

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Super Burgers
BeefLunch/snacksMain dish

Super Burgers

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground chuck ( don’t settle for anything less)1 lb lean ground...

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Honey-Lime Tenderloin Sandwich
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Honey-Lime Tenderloin Sandwich

Ingredients: 2 (1 lb) pork tenderloins1/2 cup fresh lime juice1/4 cup honey1/4 cup water2...

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Sauced Chicken Breasts With Apples and Onions
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Sauced Chicken Breasts With Apples and Onions

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons all-purpose floursalt and pepper4 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves2...

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Italian Escape Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Italian Escape Casserole

Ingredients: 2 cups zucchini, sliced lengthwise1 cup lean ground beef1/2 cup onions, chopped1/4 cup...

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Thai Chicken and Vegetable Stir-fry
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Thai Chicken and Vegetable Stir-fry

Ingredients: 1 piece lemongrass or 1/2 lemons, rind of1/2 inch fresh ginger2 cloves garlic2...

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Awesome Paprika Chicken With Creamy Gravy!
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Awesome Paprika Chicken With Creamy Gravy!

Ingredients: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground pepper1 teaspoon garlic...

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Tori No Kara-age (deep Fried Chicken Nuggets)
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Tori No Kara-age (deep Fried Chicken Nuggets)

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts ( cut into bite sized pieces)3 tablespoons soy...

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Cabbage Goulash
Low carbMain dishOne Dish meal

Cabbage Goulash

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 lb pork sausage3 tablespoons tomato paste2 tablespoons white vinegar1...

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BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Diana’s Mexican Fila Rolls

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs cooked and shredded beef or 2 1/2 lbs pork or...

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Soy Simmered Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Soy Simmered Chicken

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons sesame oil1 tablespoon shredded ginger1/4 cup soy sauce1 tablespoon brown sugar1/2...

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Pork Chops on Rice
CasserolesMain dishPork

Pork Chops on Rice

Ingredients: 6 pork chops, 1/4 “,thick1 1/3 cups uncooked rice1 cup orange juice1 (10...

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Red Flannel Hash
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Red Flannel Hash

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked corned beef, shredded or chopped2 cups boiled potatoes, diced1 cup...

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Grilled Chicken Basted With Red Horseradish Sauce
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Grilled Chicken Basted With Red Horseradish Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup chili sauce1 tablespoon prepared horseradish2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon...

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Beto's Tender Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Beto’s Tender Pork Chops

Ingredients: 6 pork chops ( center cut)2 tablespoons oil1 onions, diced1 chicken bouillon cubes,...

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Baked Rigatoni With Aurora Sauce
Main dishPastarice and grains

Baked Rigatoni With Aurora Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb rigatoni pasta8 tablespoons butter4 1/2 tablespoons flour2 1/2 cups milk1 cup...

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Low-fat Pizza With Turkey Sausage and Sweet Peppers
< 30 minsMain dishPizza

Low-fat Pizza With Turkey Sausage and Sweet Peppers

Ingredients: 1 pizza crusts ( your choice of homemade, Boboli, from a tube…)1 cup...

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Italian Sausage and White Beans
Main dishPoultryTurkey

Italian Sausage and White Beans

Ingredients: 12 ounces sweet Italian turkey sausage1/2 cup chopped green bell peppers1/2 cup chopped...

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Tuna
CasserolesMain dishTuna

Tuna, Pea, and Brown Rice Casserole

Ingredients: 1 cup brown rice, cooked1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans campbell condensed golden mushroom...

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Quick and Easy Chili Pie
< 15 minsCasserolesMain dish

Quick and Easy Chili Pie

Ingredients: 1 jar salsa2 cans chili with beans1 bag dip-size Fritos corn chips1/2 cup...

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Maple balsamic chicken sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Maple balsamic chicken sandwiches

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, filets removed2 sturdy rolls ( I like sourdough)1...

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Broccoli and Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Broccoli and Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: coarse salt1 lb elbow macaroni or 1 lb cavatappi pasta2 1/2 cups broccoli...

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Main dishPastarice and grains

Pasta with Tomatoes, Olives and Capers

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs tomatoes, peeled,seeded,and chopped4 cloves garlic, finely chopped1 lb angel hair...

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Greek Burger
Ground beefMain dishTurkey

Greek Burger

Ingredients: 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives1/2 lb ground beef or...

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Penne With Italian Sausage
Main dishPastaPenne

Penne With Italian Sausage, Tomato and Herbs

Ingredients: 1 lb Italian sausage1 lb penne pasta1 teaspoon olive oil1 large onions, chopped3...

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Chicken Fantastico
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Fantastico

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1 (1 ounce) package onion soup mix1/4...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Dijon Fish Burger Sandwiches

Ingredients: 3/4 lb skinless pollock fillets, cut into 4 pieces1 eggs1/3 cup Italian style...

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Shrimp Newburg II
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Shrimp Newburg II

Ingredients: 8 frozen pasty shells2 (10 ounce) cans frozen cream of shrimp soup1 cup...

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Pork With Prunes
Main dishMeatPork

Pork With Prunes

Ingredients: 1 kg pork shoulder chops1/2 cup olive oil ( or less, depends on...

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Baked Spaghetti Olivetti
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Baked Spaghetti Olivetti

Ingredients: 12 ounces spaghetti1 teaspoon olive oil1/4 teaspoon salt2 1/2 cups grated swiss cheese...

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Sage Pork Chops
Lunch/snacksMain dishPork

Sage Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 boneless center cut pork chops, 1 inch thick2 onions, unpeeled, cut into...

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Solo Honey Lime Chicken and Pasta
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Solo Honey Lime Chicken and Pasta

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked chicken breasts, diced1 cup dry pasta ( I like rotini)2...

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One Dish Italian Chicken With Rice
Low fatMain dishOne Dish meal

One Dish Italian Chicken With Rice

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips1 cup chopped onions2 cups...

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Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken, Spinach and Mushroom Quiche

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 medium onions, cut in quarters1/2 cup white wine1/2...

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