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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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Summer Tuna Cakes
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Summer Tuna Cakes

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded zucchini2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked2 eggs, slightly...

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Old Fashion Pot Roast
BeefMain dishMeat

Old Fashion Pot Roast

Ingredients: 3 -3 1/2 lbs boneless beef roast ( rump, chuck or round)1 envelope...

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Baked Italian Oysters
Main dishSeafoodShellfish

Baked Italian Oysters

Ingredients: 1 cup butter1/2 cup olive oil4 cups breadcrumbs1 cup Italian breadcrumbs1/4 teaspoon ground...

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Dad's Round Steak
BeefMain dishMeat

Dad’s Round Steak

Ingredients: 1 round steaks1 cup floursaltpeppergarlic powderoil Directions: Cut steak into serving size pieces.sprinkle...

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Chicken a La King
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken a La King

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms3 green onions, sliced both white and...

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Easy Chicken Eggplant  (Aubergine) Parmesan
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Easy Chicken Eggplant (Aubergine) Parmesan

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts ( thin sliced)1 medium eggplants ( approximately...

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Canadian Bacon and Mozzarella Penne
Main dishPastaPenne

Canadian Bacon and Mozzarella Penne

Ingredients: 1/2 lb mozzarella cheese, cut into 1 1 1/2 in cubes1 garlic cloves,...

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Sweet Chilli Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Sweet Chilli Chicken

Ingredients: 3 -4 tablespoons chili sauce2 tablespoons clear honey2 tablespoons olive oil4 boneless chicken...

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Ham and Swiss Stromboli
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Ham and Swiss Stromboli

Ingredients: 1 (11 ounce) packages refrigerated French bread dough6 ounces thinly sliced deli ham6...

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Almost Fat - Free Spaghetti Bolognese
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Almost Fat – Free Spaghetti Bolognese

Ingredients: 400 g dried spaghetti or 400 g fettuccine pasta, cooked till al dente1...

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Enchilada Chicken Tart
Chicken breastMain dishSavory pies

Enchilada Chicken Tart

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/2 cup chopped onions ( 1 medium)1 cup frozen corn2...

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ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken and Spaghetti Bake

Ingredients: 8 ounces spaghetti, broken in thirds1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped onions2 tablespoons...

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Impossible Chicken
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Impossible Chicken, Spinach and Cheese Pie

Ingredients: 13 ounces chicken breasts ( may use left over cooked chicken as well...

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Nashi Beef with Macadamia
BeefFruitMain dish

Nashi Beef with Macadamia

Ingredients: 3 nashi, peeled and cored1 lemons2 tablespoons oil500 g filet of beef (...

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Mexican Fish Soup
FishMain dishSoups & stews

Mexican Fish Soup

Ingredients: 1 medium carrots, sliced diagonally into 6 to 8 pieces2 (9 ounce) bottles...

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Monterey Chicken II
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Monterey Chicken II

Ingredients: 8 chicken breast halves, boned and skinnedsalt and pepperflour1/2 cup butter or 1/2...

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Preserved Lemon
Main dishOne Dish mealSalmon

Preserved Lemon, Salmon and Caper Salad

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil90 g drained capers2 cloves garlic1 whole preserved lemons400 g...

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Chicken Crunch
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Crunch

Ingredients: 4 cups diced cooked chicken1 (3 ounce) cans chow mein noodles1/4 cup chopped...

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Light(Er) Alfredo Sauce With Pasta
CheeseMain dishPasta

Light(Er) Alfredo Sauce With Pasta

Ingredients: 1 lb pasta, uncooked1 tablespoon butter1 1/4 cups half-and-half3/4 cup grates parmesan cheese1/2...

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Mushroom Stuffed Grilled Pork Burgers
Main dishMeatPork

Mushroom Stuffed Grilled Pork Burgers

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions2 -3...

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Pecan Coconut Crusted Fish
CoconutFishMain dish

Pecan Coconut Crusted Fish

Ingredients: 4 fish fillets ( fresh or thawed)1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 teaspoon salt1/4-1/2 teaspoon...

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Vegetarian Texas Hash
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Vegetarian Texas Hash

Ingredients: 1/2 cup dried beans ( Pinto, Navy, Black, etc.)1 onions1 green bell peppers...

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Sweet Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Sweet Pork Chops

Ingredients: 8 pork chops1 garlic cloves1 onions, in rings2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter1...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Barbecued Beer Chicken

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons minced ginger6 -8 minced garlic cloves1 (12 ounce) cans beer...

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Steak With Bearnaise Sauce
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Steak With Bearnaise Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup champagne vinegar or 1/4 cup white wine vinegar1/4 cup of good...

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Spicy Beef Goulash
Low carbLow sodiumMain dish

Spicy Beef Goulash

Ingredients: 2 lbs sirloin beef6 slices bacon, chopped2 medium onions, sliced1 tablespoon paprika1/2 teaspoon...

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Greek Pasta and Beef
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Greek Pasta and Beef

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 large onions, chopped1 clove garlic, minced1 (8 ounce) cans...

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New Mexico Style Chili Chicken Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

New Mexico Style Chili Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies, drained1...

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Red Cabbage Millet Gratin (German Vegetarian)
GrainsMain dishOne Dish meal

Red Cabbage Millet Gratin (German Vegetarian)

Ingredients: 200 g millet600 ml vegetable broth2 small onions2 eggs80 g low-fat Quark cheese...

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Chicken and Garden Vegetables
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken and Garden Vegetables

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon flour2 tablespoons water1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil1 teaspoon seasoning salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Creamy Masala Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Creamy Masala Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts, cubed3 cm fresh gingerroot, peeled and chopped2 cloves garlic,...

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Stir Fried Cashew Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Stir Fried Cashew Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, fat discarded,washed,patted dry,and cut into cubes1/2 cup...

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Crunchy No-Fry Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Crunchy No-Fry Chicken

Ingredients: 3/4 cup of finely crushed corn flakes1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon black pepper4...

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Santa Fe Chicken and Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Santa Fe Chicken and Pasta

Ingredients: 12 ounces mild chunky salsa10 3/4 ounces condensed cheddar cheese soup3/4 cup sour...

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Easy Beans and Weenies Cups for Kids!
BeansLunch/snacksMain dish

Easy Beans and Weenies Cups for Kids!

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages refrigerated buttermilk biscuits1 lb pork and beans ( use...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Wendy’s Burger Goulash

Ingredients: 3 teaspoons vegetable oil1 cup onions, chopped1/2 cup green peppers, chopped1 lb hamburger1...

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Chicken Parmesan Express
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Parmesan Express

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) packages angel hair pasta4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 large...

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Tunnu Aurudici (sauteed Sweet and Sour Tuna Steaks)
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Tunnu Aurudici (sauteed Sweet and Sour Tuna Steaks)

Ingredients: 2 1/2 fresh tuna steaks, 1/2 inch thick1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil2...

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Fried Rice with Pork
< 30 minsMain dishOne Dish meal

Fried Rice with Pork

Ingredients: 1 cup long-grain rice3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 onions, chopped1 tablespoon chopped garlic4 ounces...

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Peppy Shrimp
Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Peppy Shrimp

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter, divided1 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced2 tablespoons minced onions2...

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Orange-Glazed Salmon for 2
Main dishOne Dish mealSalmon

Orange-Glazed Salmon for 2

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon light soy sauce2 tablespoons orange juice1 teaspoon honey3/4 teaspoon grated fresh...

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Crispy Onion Dijon Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Crispy Onion Dijon Chicken

Ingredients: 1 -1 1/2 lb boneless chicken breasts1/2 cup butter1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons...

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Steak Tip Marinade
AppetizersBeef steaksMain dish

Steak Tip Marinade

Ingredients: 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce1 cup Italian salad dressing2 teaspoons garlic pepper seasoning1 cup...

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Chicken Maciel
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Chicken Maciel

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breasts, cooked 2 cups boiled rice 1/4 lb butter 1...

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Guero's Shrimp Alambres
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Guero’s Shrimp Alambres

Ingredients: 25 skewers, metal,wooden4 onions10 tomatillos5 bell peppers10 lbs jumbo shrimp5 ounces chopped garlic2...

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Beef Tips and Gravy
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef Tips and Gravy

Ingredients: 2 lbs beef stew meat or 2 lbs round steaks or 2 lbs...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Shrimp and Potato Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups boiled shrimp, chopped3 cups cooked potatoes, cubed1 cup celery, diced1/2 cup...

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Dog Days Scramble
EggsEggs/dairyMain dish

Dog Days Scramble

Ingredients: 2 English muffins, toasted4 slices Canadian bacon4 slices monterey jack pepper cheese4 cups...

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Couscous Veggie Surprise
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Couscous Veggie Surprise

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon lentils, toasted ( I use yellow lentils)1 cup water1/2 teaspoon salt...

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Grilled Orange Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Grilled Orange Chicken

Ingredients: 4 garlic cloves1/2 cup orange juice1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon fresh...

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Garlic and Sage Chicken and Potato Saute
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Garlic and Sage Chicken and Potato Saute

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons oil1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine6 fresh sage leaves3 cloves...

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Bean and Potato Soup
Main dishPotatoesSoups & stews

Bean and Potato Soup

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons garlic, minced1/2 onions, chopped1 stalk celery, chopped4 cups vegetable stock, plus...

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california chicken sandwich
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

california chicken sandwich

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, trim all the fat or you can use...

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Frosted Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Frosted Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans condensed golden mushroom...

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Vegetable and Meatball Stew
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Vegetable and Meatball Stew

Ingredients: 4 cups water2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces3 carrots,...

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Chickpea
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Chickpea, Avocado and Sun-Dried Tomato Salad

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas1 -2 ripe avocados2 cups shredded cabbage1/2 cup pitted...

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Lemon Salmon Burgers
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Lemon Salmon Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb salmon4 ounces breadcrumbs1 green onions1 clove garlic1 lemons, juice and zest...

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Stove-Top Ziti
BroccoliMain dishVegetables

Stove-Top Ziti

Ingredients: 1 lb ziti pasta1 (16 ounce) bags frozen broccoli florets or 1 (16...

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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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CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Pizza Biscuit Bake

Ingredients: 2 (7 1/2 ounce) cans refrigerated biscuits1 lb ground turkey1 (15 ounce) cans...

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