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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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Four Cheese Pasta Florentine
Main dishOne Dish mealPenne

Four Cheese Pasta Florentine

Ingredients: 400 g penne225 g chestnut mushrooms, thickly sliced1 teaspoon olive oil350 g four-...

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Fantabulous Family-Style Pizza
Lunch/snacksMain dishPizza

Fantabulous Family-Style Pizza

Ingredients: 1/2 cup warm water ( 110 F)1 (2 1/4 teaspoon) packets dry yeast1...

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Artichoke Quesadillas
AppetizersMain dishVegetables

Artichoke Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 large garlic cloves, peeled2 (6 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained and...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishPasta

Bahmi Goreng (fried Noodles)

Ingredients: 11 ounces chinese noodles ( mie)11 ounces pork, minced7 ounces sausages2 ounces shrimp,...

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Devon Pork and Cider
ApplesMain dishPork

Devon Pork and Cider

Ingredients: 1 lb pork1/4 cup floursalt and pepper, to taste2 pinches cinnamon, to taste4...

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Mediterranean Turkey Meatloaf
Main dishPoultryTurkey

Mediterranean Turkey Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey1 cup chopped fresh spinach1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese2 eggs4...

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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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Potato Chip Crusted Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Potato Chip Crusted Salmon

Ingredients: 3 lbs salmon1 dash fresh ground black pepper1 dash salt5 1/2 ounces bag...

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Peppered Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Peppered Chicken

Ingredients: 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs ( about 1 pound)1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves1/4...

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Chicken Pumpkin-Peanut Stew
ChickenMain dishStews

Chicken Pumpkin-Peanut Stew

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks1...

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Summer Picnic Pasta Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Summer Picnic Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb tri-colored pasta ( I’ve used shells or spiral shaped)1 cup chopped...

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Family Classic Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Family Classic Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs extra lean ground beef1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed tomato...

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Creamed Chicken 'n Veggies With Biscuit Topping
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Creamed Chicken ‘n Veggies With Biscuit Topping

Ingredients: 1/2 cup finely chopped white onions1 1/2 teaspoons butter or 1 1/2 teaspoons...

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Marinated Grilled Steak - Like the Outback Steakhouse
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Marinated Grilled Steak – Like the Outback Steakhouse

Ingredients: 4 beef steaks1 cup beer1 tablespoon packed brown sugar1 teaspoon seasoning salt1/2 teaspoon...

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15 Minute Cheeseburger Rice
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

15 Minute Cheeseburger Rice

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 3/4 cups water2/3 cup ketchup1 tablespoon mustard2 cups...

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Pork Medallions With Cranberries and Apples
ApplesMain dishPork

Pork Medallions With Cranberries and Apples

Ingredients: 1/2 cup apple juice1/2 cup chicken broth1 tablespoon brown sugar1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch1/2...

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Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Chicken
AmericanMain dishNorth american

Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Chicken

Ingredients: 5 -6 chicken breasts1/2 cup parmesan cheese1 tablespoon garlic powder1 envelope dried Italian...

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Southwestern Baked Spaghetti
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

Southwestern Baked Spaghetti

Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti, cooked1/2 cup milk1 eggs1 lb ground beef1 medium onions,...

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Chicken and Dumplings Like Cracker Barrel's
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken and Dumplings Like Cracker Barrel’s

Ingredients: 1 (3 -6 lb) frying chickens ( any whole chicken will do)2 quarts...

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CasserolesMain dishStews

Paddy’s Irish Pork Stew

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless pork shoulder or 2 lbs sirloin, cut into cubes,1/2 “1/3...

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Eileen's inside-out ravioli
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Eileen’s inside-out ravioli

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) boxes frozen spinach, drained & squeezed2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked...

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Fusilli With Creamy Tomato
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Fusilli With Creamy Tomato, Garlic, and Meat Sauce (Or Rotini)

Ingredients: 12 ounces ground beef or 12 ounces ground turkey or 12 ounces ground...

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Beefy Refried Bean Soup
Main dishMeatSoups & stews

Beefy Refried Bean Soup

Ingredients: 1 large onions, chopped2 stalks celery, chopped or 2 teaspoons celery seeds1 red...

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Corn-Flake Crusted Fish Fillets With Chile-Cilantro Aioli
Condimentsetc.Fish

Corn-Flake Crusted Fish Fillets With Chile-Cilantro Aioli

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro3 tablespoons mayonnaise ( fat-free if desired)1 serrano chilies,...

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Condimentsetc.Main dish

Apricot and Pecan-stuffed Pork Loin

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups dried apricots1/2 cup pecans1 clove garlic1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon fresh...

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Cheeseburger Baked Potatoes
Low in...Low sodiumMain dish

Cheeseburger Baked Potatoes

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 large garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon olive oilsalt and pepper,...

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Lisa's Salmon Ricotta Broccoli Linguini
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Lisa’s Salmon Ricotta Broccoli Linguini

Ingredients: 350 g salmon ( About 2 good sized boneless & skinless fillets)2 teaspoons...

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Zucchini and Summer Squash Casserole
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Zucchini and Summer Squash Casserole

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1 lb zucchini, sliced1 lb yellow squash, slicedsalt & freshly ground...

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Mexican Macaroni
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Mexican Macaroni

Ingredients: 3 cups macaroni1 cup diced tomatoes1 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies, drained1...

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Egyptian Kebabs
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Egyptian Kebabs

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts3 tablespoons yogurt1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon turmeric1/8 teaspoon dry...

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Sesame Cashew Cauliflower Quesadillas
CheeseLunch/snacksMain dish

Sesame Cashew Cauliflower Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1/4 cup slivered sun-dried tomatoes1/4 cup chopped toasted cashews1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper1/4...

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Tomato Nut Pasta Sauce
Main dishOne Dish mealPenne

Tomato Nut Pasta Sauce

Ingredients: 16 ounces canned tomatoes1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning or 1/2 teaspoon you can use...

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Romano's Macaroni Grill Scaloppine Di Pollo
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Romano’s Macaroni Grill Scaloppine Di Pollo

Ingredients: 4 ounces lemon juice2 ounces white wine4 ounces heavy cream1 lb butter6 (3...

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Creamy Summer Squash Casserole
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Creamy Summer Squash Casserole

Ingredients: 4 large summer squash6 tablespoons butter, divided1 cup sour cream1 eggs1/2 teaspoon dried...

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CasserolesMain dishStews

Biscuit -topped Hamburger Stew

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1/2 cup coarsely chopped onions1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans...

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Country Stuffed Pork Chops
Main dishMeatPork

Country Stuffed Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1/2 cup celery, chopped1/2 cup onions, chopped2 -3 cloves fresh minced garlic (optional)1/2...

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Chicken with Green Olives
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken with Green Olives

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil3 lbs chicken, cut into 8 pieces1/4 cup minced onions4...

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Brats With Glazed Red Onions
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Brats With Glazed Red Onions

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1/2 teaspoon thyme1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Spinach
CheeseEggsMain dish

Spinach, Tomato and Feta Quiche

Ingredients: 1 package frozen shortcrust pastry dough1 tablespoon olive oil2 cups packed fresh spinach...

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Barbecued Sesame  Chicken Breasts
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Barbecued Sesame Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon brown sugar3 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon sesame seeds2 garlic cloves, chopped1/8...

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Tomato Open Sandwiches with Peanut Butter
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Tomato Open Sandwiches with Peanut Butter

Ingredients: 2 slices whole wheat bread2 teaspoons natural peanut butter ( I use homemade)1/2...

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Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Pasta With Vegetables

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans of del monte pasta ready tomatoes ( or any...

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Braised Chicken and Apples
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Braised Chicken and Apples

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon canola oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 -3 golden delicious apples, cored,peeled...

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Chicken Tikka
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Tikka

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts3 -4 tablespoons yogurt1 clove garlic, crushed1 1/2 teaspoons...

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Spring Shepherd's Pie
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Spring Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb cooked lamb, cut in cubes3 cups mashed potatoes2 tablespoons olive oil2...

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Ginger Chicken With Spinach Fettuccine
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Ginger Chicken With Spinach Fettuccine

Ingredients: 1/2 lb boneless chicken breasts8 ounces spinach fettuccine1/2 cup chicken stock1 sweet red...

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Main dishPoultryTurkey

Easy Stuffed Turkey Cutlets

Ingredients: 8 thin turkey cutlets, 2 ounces each,1/4 inch thick1 lb chopped fresh spinach...

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Thai Chicken With Peanut Sauce
Main dishMeatPoultry

Thai Chicken With Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 4 whole chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces1 cup crunchy peanut butter1 cup...

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Wild Rice Broccoli Casserole
CasserolesMain dishRice

Wild Rice Broccoli Casserole

Ingredients: 8 ounces cheddar cheese, grated2 lbs broccoli1 package Uncle Bens wild rice1 can...

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Chicken Biryani II
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Biryani II

Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable oil3 medium onions, chopped fine2 cloves garlic, chopped1 ounce fresh...

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Chicken Vesuvio
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Vesuvio

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil4 chicken thighs, with skin and bone-insaltblack pepper1 1/2 lbs...

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Dragon Tofu
Main dishSide dishesSoy/tofu

Dragon Tofu

Ingredients: 1/4 cup soy sauce1 teaspoon creamy peanut butter12 ounces firm tofu, drained1 medium...

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Joani's Pasta Sauce
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Joani’s Pasta Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, chopped1 green peppers, chopped1/2 kg...

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Mexican Shrimp in Garlic Sauce
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Mexican Shrimp in Garlic Sauce

Ingredients: 2 medium tomatoes1/2 small onions, quartered1 -2 fresh jalapenos2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro1/4...

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So Easy Sticky Apricot Garlic Glazed Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

So Easy Sticky Apricot Garlic Glazed Chicken

Ingredients: 1 cup apricot preserves1/2 cup white wine vinegar3 -4 tablespoons hot mustard1 tablespoon...

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Beef Misoyaki
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Beef Misoyaki

Ingredients: 2 (7/8 lb) boneless rib-eye steaks3 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds1/2 cup light miso1/3...

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Superior Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Superior Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelopes onion soup mix ( I use Liptons)2 lbs...

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Pasta with Zucchini and Roasted Garlic
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Pasta with Zucchini and Roasted Garlic

Ingredients: 1 lb rotini pasta, twist or spirls,uncooked8 cloves garlic, peeled1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2...

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City "Chicken"
Main dishMeatPork

City “Chicken”

Ingredients: 1 lb pork tenderloins, cubed1/2 cup flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon black pepper1/4 cup...

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Bow Tie Bake
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Bow Tie Bake

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 large onions, chopped1 (8 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms, drained1/2...

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