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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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ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Scottish Collops

Ingredients: 4 veal escalopes, each weighing approx. 4 to 6 oz1 1/2 ounces butter1...

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Zucchini Burgers (no
BeefGround beefMain dish

Zucchini Burgers (no, not vegetarian)

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef2 medium zucchini, coarsely grated1/2 cup finely chopped onions2...

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Indian Beef Patties
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Indian Beef Patties

Ingredients: 1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt1/2 cup chopped seeded cucumbers1/4 cup finely chopped onions1...

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Cranberry-Glazed Pork Roast
Main dishPorkPork loins

Cranberry-Glazed Pork Roast

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless pork loin roast1 teaspoon cornstarch1/8 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Cantonese Sweet and Sour Pork
Main dishPorkVegetables

Cantonese Sweet and Sour Pork

Ingredients: 1 pork tenderloins, cut into chunks1 teaspoon salt1 pinch pepper1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder1...

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Country Ham and Biscuit Bake
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Country Ham and Biscuit Bake

Ingredients: 6 frozen biscuit dough1 cup tiny peas, thawed1 1/2-2 cups ham, cut into...

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Hidden Valley Ranch Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Hidden Valley Ranch Chicken

Ingredients: 4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup ranch dressing2 tablespoons flour1/2 cup cheddar...

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Mexican Spaghetti
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

Mexican Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1/2 cup mixed green and pitted black olives1/2 cup chopped onions1/4 cup chopped...

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Bolognese
Main dishMeatVegetables

Bolognese

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil2 slices thick cut bacon, diced1 cup chopped onions1/2 cup...

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Huey's Beef in Guinness
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Huey’s Beef in Guinness

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 kg stewing beef, well-trimmed and cut into 1...

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Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Blue Ribbon Burgers

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon salt2 cloves garlic, peeled...

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Caffeine Jolt Chicken
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Caffeine Jolt Chicken

Ingredients: 1/4 cup strong coffee1/4 cup ketchup2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon...

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Easiest Swedish Meatballs Ever
< 4 hoursMain dishTime to make

Easiest Swedish Meatballs Ever

Ingredients: 1 (38 ounce) packages frozen swedish meatballs1 (10 ounce) cans cream of mushroom...

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Buttermilk Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Buttermilk Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 6 eggs3 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 1/2 cups buttermilk1/2 cup butter, melted1...

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Honey Nut Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Honey Nut Chicken

Ingredients: 2/3 cup honey roasted peanuts1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs1 tablespoon grill seasoning ( Recommend...

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Ground Pork Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Ground Pork Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork ( NOT pork sausage)1 cup flour1 cup toasted breadcrumbs1...

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Southwest Skillet
BeansBeefMain dish

Southwest Skillet

Ingredients: 3/4 lb ground beef1 tablespoon chili powder1 (10 ounce) cans beefy mushroom soup1/4...

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Impossible Cauliflower Quiche
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Impossible Cauliflower Quiche

Ingredients: saltboiling water2 cups thinly sliced cauliflower florets1 (9 ounce) packages frozen cauliflower, thawed...

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Chicken Cobbler Casserole
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Chicken Cobbler Casserole

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons melted butter, divided4 cups cubed sourdough rolls1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese2...

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Cajunized Oriental Pork Chops
Main dishPineappleStews

Cajunized Oriental Pork Chops

Ingredients: 3 pork chops, about 1 inch thick1 -2 tablespoon oil ( I use...

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Polenta Lasagna
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Polenta Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 (26 ounce) jars marinara sauce, divided1 teaspoon olive oil1 cup chopped onions1/2...

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I've Haddock Enough!
FishMain dishOne Dish meal

I’ve Haddock Enough!

Ingredients: 1 large white onions2 tablespoons cooking oil1 cup tomato sauce3 teaspoons capers1/2 cup...

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Asian Glazed Chicken and Veggies
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Asian Glazed Chicken and Veggies

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons cornstarch1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth1/3 cup cider vinegar1/3 cup...

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Hamburger Stroganoff Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Hamburger Stroganoff Casserole

Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked medium egg noodles1 lb lean ground beef12 ounces small fresh...

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Creamy Tomato Meat Sauce
BeefGround beefMain dish

Creamy Tomato Meat Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground chicken or 1 lb ground...

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Hearty Lasagna (Low Fat)
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Hearty Lasagna (Low Fat)

Ingredients: vegetable oil cooking spray1 cup chopped onions3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup chopped fresh...

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Pan-Seared Beef with Wasabi Sauce
BeefMain dishMeat

Pan-Seared Beef with Wasabi Sauce

Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons wasabi powder1 tablespoon cold water2/3 cup sour cream1 tablespoon chives...

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Mom's Tuna Noodle Casserole
CasserolesMain dishTuna

Mom’s Tuna Noodle Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) package wide egg noodles2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of...

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Real Mexican Enchiladas
Main dishNorth americanOne Dish meal

Real Mexican Enchiladas

Ingredients: 1 2/3 cups masa corn flour1/3 cup unsifted all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1 lb...

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Spaghetti with Prosciutto and Egg
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Spaghetti with Prosciutto and Egg

Ingredients: 1 lb spaghetti1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil2 cloves garlic, sliced thinlysea salt8...

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Chef's Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Chef’s Pork Chops

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon vegetable oil8 pork chops ( about 2 lbs)salt and...

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Tuna Burgers
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Tuna Burgers

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans canned tuna, drained1/4 cup onions, diced1 eggs, beaten1/2 cup...

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BBQ Cheese Stuffed Burgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

BBQ Cheese Stuffed Burgers

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs extra lean ground chuck1 tablespoon minced onions1 tablespoon red peppers1...

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Three-Bean Molasses and Bourbon Bake
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Three-Bean Molasses and Bourbon Bake

Ingredients: 1/2 large onions, chopped1/2 large green bell peppers, chopped3 medium tomatoes, peeled,seeded and...

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Tamale Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Tamale Casserole

Ingredients: 1 large onions, chopped1 green peppers, chopped1 -2 garlic cloves, crushed1 tablespoon olive...

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Main dishPorkPotatoes

Ham, cheese, and onion baked potato topping

Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil1 ounce ham, diced2 tablespoons minced onions1 1/2 ounces...

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Garlic Sizzled Mushrooms
Condimentsetc.Lunch/snacks

Garlic Sizzled Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil5 cups quartered mushrooms, , about 1 lb1/4 teaspoon crushed...

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Easy Pasta and Vegetables
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Easy Pasta and Vegetables

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) jars pasta sauce, pick your favorite2 cups water8 ounces pasta,...

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Four-cheese Spinach Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishPasta

Four-cheese Spinach Lasagna

Ingredients: 2 cups chopped fresh broccoli1 1/2 cups julienned carrots1 cup sliced green onions1/2...

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Nanny's Tomato Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Nanny’s Tomato Soup

Ingredients: 1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes1 gallon tomato juice4 large potatoes1 onions,...

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Fish in Coconut Sauce (Samaki Wa Kupaka)
CoconutFishMain dish

Fish in Coconut Sauce (Samaki Wa Kupaka)

Ingredients: 2 lbs white fish fillets1 tablespoon ginger paste1 tablespoon garlic pastesalt ( to...

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Spicy King Prawns
Lunch/snacksMain dishShrimp

Spicy King Prawns

Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil8 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon sweet paprika1 teaspoon...

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Chicken Breast in Bacon and Cider Pan Sauce
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Breast in Bacon and Cider Pan Sauce

Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon fresh ground...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Mandarin Meatloaf

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef ( or 1 lb pork and 1 lb beef)1...

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Greek Chicken Breasts
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Greek Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 4 bone-in chicken breast halves8 garlic cloves, crushed2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon salt1...

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Spinach Phyllo Casserole
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Spinach Phyllo Casserole

Ingredients: 1/4 cup onions, chopped1/4 cup chicken broth, defatted2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup skim...

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Tuna Enchilada Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Tuna Enchilada Casserole

Ingredients: 8 corn tortillas10 ounces red enchilada sauce1/3 cup water7 ounces canned tuna, drained...

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Spaghetti Squash With Pesto-Olive Sauce for One
Main dishOne Dish mealSquash

Spaghetti Squash With Pesto-Olive Sauce for One

Ingredients: 3/4 cup spaghetti squash, cooked1 tablespoon pesto sauce1/3 cup olives, chopped ( garlic...

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Chicken breastLunch/snacksMain dish

Tavern on the Green’s Chicken Francais

Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breastsflour, for dredging2 fluid ounces clarified unsalted...

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Wheat Free
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Wheat Free, Milk Free, Egg Free, Tasty Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts3 teaspoons egg substitute3 -4 tablespoons water1/2 cup polenta4 garlic clovesolive...

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Salmon Cakes With Lemon Aioli
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalmon

Salmon Cakes With Lemon Aioli

Ingredients: 2 cups salmon, cooked ( can use canned or fresh cooked salmon, I...

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Italian Style Salmon Fillets With Vodka Sauce
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Italian Style Salmon Fillets With Vodka Sauce

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil2 lbs salmon fillets1 small red onions, finely chopped4 -6...

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Marinated Broiled (or Grilled) Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Marinated Broiled (or Grilled) Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce1 teaspoon light soy sauce2 teaspoons rice wine2 teaspoons...

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Kasha and Mushrooms
GrainsLunch/snacksMain dish

Kasha and Mushrooms

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided1 onions, chopped2 cups vegetable broth1 large eggs, beaten1...

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Taco Pizza With Cornbread Crust
BreadsMain dishPizza

Taco Pizza With Cornbread Crust

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning mix2/3 cup water1...

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Chicken With a Twist
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken With a Twist

Ingredients: 1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed cheddar cheese soup ( undiluted)1 cup salsa1/4...

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Homemade Sloppy Joes
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Homemade Sloppy Joes

Ingredients: 2 lbs hamburger1 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste2 cups water1 cup ketchup1 medium...

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Lemon-Basil Chicken Schnitzel
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Lemon-Basil Chicken Schnitzel

Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs1/4 freshly ground parmesan cheese1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil or...

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Big John's Southern Fried Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Big John’s Southern Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 1 whole frying chickens, cut up4 cups water1 tablespoon sea salt1/3 teaspoon msg1/2...

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Seafairers Spaghetti
Main dishSpaghettiTuna

Seafairers Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups finely sliced celery2 medium onions, finely diced2 -3 tablespoons oil...

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