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HomeHealthy Recipes

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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Tofu Hummus Tacos
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Tofu Hummus Tacos

Ingredients: 8 ounces firm tofu, drained & pressed ( I use silken)1 (15 ounce)...

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Baked Chicken German Style
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Baked Chicken German Style

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter1/2 cup flour2 cups chicken broth1 1/2 cups milk2 teaspoons fresh...

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Orange Rosemary Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Orange Rosemary Salmon

Ingredients: canola oil cooking spray3 lbs salmon fillets1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly...

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Family Favorite Crunchy Chicken Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Family Favorite Crunchy Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 4 cups diced cooked chicken2 cups chopped cooked celery2 cups cooked rice2 cups...

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Baked Salmon With Mascarpone Spinach
Main dishOne Dish mealSalmon

Baked Salmon With Mascarpone Spinach

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) bags fresh spinach leaves1/2 cup Philadelphia Cream Cheese, room temperature1/2...

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Main dishShellfishShrimp

Spicy Shrimp With Spinach and Walnuts

Ingredients: 1 lb unpeeled large raw shrimp3 tablespoons dry sherry, divided1 tablespoon peeled grated...

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Alice's Restaurant Pork Burritos
Lunch/snacksMain dishPork

Alice’s Restaurant Pork Burritos

Ingredients: 1 lb ground lean pork2 tablespoons grated fresh gingerroot1 clove garlic, crushed1 small...

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Salmon Roasted in Garlic Butter
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon Roasted in Garlic Butter

Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper3 tablespoons butter1 1/2 lbs...

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Quick Chicken and Chorizo Paella
Main dishOne Dish mealRice

Quick Chicken and Chorizo Paella

Ingredients: 14 ounces chorizo sausage1 small onions, chopped1 red bell peppers, chopped2 garlic cloves,...

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Bow Tie Pasta With Zucchini
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Bow Tie Pasta With Zucchini, Tomato and Basil

Ingredients: 10 ounces bow tie pasta2 small zucchini, scrubbed, quartered lengthwise and sliced thinly...

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Puttanesca Pasta
ItalianMain dishPasta

Puttanesca Pasta

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil3 minced garlic cloves1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper...

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Rosemary Rib Eye Roast With Currant Beef Gravy
BeefMain dishMeat

Rosemary Rib Eye Roast With Currant Beef Gravy

Ingredients: 4 lbs trim beef rib eye roast2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon...

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Swiss Steak Salsa
Main dishOne Dish mealWhite rice

Swiss Steak Salsa

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs beef eye round1 teaspoon vegetable oil or 1 teaspoon canola...

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Cheese Frenchee
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Cheese Frenchee

Ingredients: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 eggs, lightly beaten1 cup milk8 slices white...

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David's Goulash
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

David’s Goulash

Ingredients: 1 lb elbow macaroni6 slices cooked bacon1 lb ground beef1 medium onions, diced2...

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Chicken With Preserved Lemons and Olives
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken With Preserved Lemons and Olives

Ingredients: 3 1/2-4 lbs chicken3 tablespoons peanuts or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 large onions,...

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"I Don't Feel Like Cooking Tonight" Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

“I Don’t Feel Like Cooking Tonight” Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb turkey1/2 onions ( chopped)1/2 bag frozen...

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Cajun Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Cajun Chops

Ingredients: 1/2 tablespoon butter1/2 tablespoon oil1 tablespoon paprika1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Fried Breaded Pork Tenderloin
Main dishMeatPork

Fried Breaded Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 3/4-1 lb pork tenderloins2 eggs1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed ( I...

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Greek Island Chicken
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Greek Island Chicken

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts2 tablespoons olive oil1 onions, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced1...

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Quick Veggie Quesadillas
AppetizersMain dishVegetables

Quick Veggie Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil1 -2 clove garlic, minced1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup...

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Chicken Zucchini Casserole
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Chicken Zucchini Casserole

Ingredients: 4 cups chicken, cooked or 4 cups turkey, cubed6 cups zucchini, diced1 cup...

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Spice-Crusted Chicken Breasts With Lemon-Cucumber Raita
Main dishMeatPoultry

Spice-Crusted Chicken Breasts With Lemon-Cucumber Raita

Ingredients: 2 1/2 tablespoons coriander seeds2 1/2 tablespoons cumin seeds2 1/2 tablespoons fennel seeds1/2...

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Chicken Artichoke Heart 3 Cheese Pizza
ChickenMain dishPizza

Chicken Artichoke Heart 3 Cheese Pizza

Ingredients: 1 pizza dough1 boneless skinless chicken breasts, browned and diced4 teaspoons pesto sauce3...

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Asian Crab Cakes over Arugula With Wasabi Dressing
CrabMain dishSalads

Asian Crab Cakes over Arugula With Wasabi Dressing

Ingredients: 1 eggs, beaten2 slices whole wheat bread, crumbled1 tablespoon light mayonnaise1 tablespoon ginger,...

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Grilled Garlic Steak
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Grilled Garlic Steak

Ingredients: 8 ounces steak ( I prefer New York Strips, 8 oz or larger)3...

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Lemon Garlic Dump Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Lemon Garlic Dump Chicken

Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, chopped4 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons chopped parsley3 tablespoons lemon juice1/8...

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Willy's Sauerkraut Skillet
Main dishMeatOne Dish meal

Willy’s Sauerkraut Skillet

Ingredients: 2 ounces smoked bacon, cubed finely ( 50gr)2 onions, cubed finely2 tablespoons pork...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Lee’s Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 lb ground lean pork1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs2...

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Muffin-Tin Crab Cakes
CrabEggsMain dish

Muffin-Tin Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat2 cups fresh whole wheat breadcrumbs1/2 red bell peppers, minced3 scallions,...

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Schnitzel With Mushroom Sauce
Low calorieMain dishMeat

Schnitzel With Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients: 1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper1 lb pork cutlets or 1...

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Grandma's Chicken Spinach Quiche
CheeseMain dishSavory pies

Grandma’s Chicken Spinach Quiche

Ingredients: 1 medium leeks1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine2 cups chicken ( Finely...

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Shrimp Supreme
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Shrimp Supreme

Ingredients: 1/4 cup vegetable oil1 lb shrimp, shelled and deveined1 green bell peppers, cut...

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Doneraki's Shrimp in Tequila Sauce
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Doneraki’s Shrimp in Tequila Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined1/4 cup tequila2 tablespoons lime juice (...

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Speedy Meatless Taco FIlling
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Speedy Meatless Taco FIlling

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium onions, chopped2 cloves garlic, finely chopped1 medium green...

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Zucchini-Feta Bake
GrainsMain dishOne Dish meal

Zucchini-Feta Bake

Ingredients: 3/4 cup bulgur1 cup boiling water1 teaspoon olive oil2 cups chopped onions2 tablespoons...

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Penne With Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Main dishPastaPenne

Penne With Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, without oil1/4 cup chicken broth1 tablespoon extra virgin olive...

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CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Easy One Dish Chicken Broccoli Bake

Ingredients: 4 medium boneless skinless chicken breast halves ( frozen OK)1/2 cup uncooked white...

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Walnut Ham Linguine
Main dishPastarice and grains

Walnut Ham Linguine

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages linguine or 1 (16 ounce) packages thin spaghetti2 -4...

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Lentils and Rice Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Lentils and Rice Casserole

Ingredients: 1 cup dried lentils1 teaspoon margarine1 cup onions, chopped1 cup green bell peppers,...

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Spicy Shrimp Stove Top Pizzas
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Spicy Shrimp Stove Top Pizzas

Ingredients: 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast ( 2 1/4 teaspoons)1 cup warm...

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Beef and Corn Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef and Corn Casserole

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef1 onions ( diced)1 cup corn2 (10 ounce) cans...

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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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Toad-In-The-Hole
< 60 minsMain dishOne Dish meal

Toad-In-The-Hole

Ingredients: 1 lb sausage2 eggs, beaten thick1 cup milk1 cup floursalt1 tablespoon melted margarine...

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CasserolesChickenMain dish

Paprika Chicken in Yoghurt

Ingredients: 8 chicken portions2 ml lemon pepper50 ml oil1 onions, chopped1 red peppers, chopped1...

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From-Scratch Pizza
CheeseMain dishPizza

From-Scratch Pizza

Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon yeast1/2 cup warm water1/2 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon olive oil1...

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Swiss Chard and Cheese Strata
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Swiss Chard and Cheese Strata

Ingredients: 6 slices whole wheat bread1 lb swiss chard, stems and leaves, chopped2 cups...

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Greek-Style Lamb With Rice
Main dishOne Dish mealWhite rice

Greek-Style Lamb With Rice

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs ground lamb1/4 cup finely chopped onions1 teaspoon chopped garlic1 (10...

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Swedish Hamburgers (Malda Flaskbiffar)
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Swedish Hamburgers (Malda Flaskbiffar)

Ingredients: 1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs1 tablespoon salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup water1/2 cup...

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Homestyle Macaroni and Cheese
CasserolesElbow macaroniMain dish

Homestyle Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1/2 lb macaroni1/4 cup butter3 tablespoons flour2 cups 1% low-fat milk1/2 lb low-fat...

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Hide the Zucchini
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Hide the Zucchini

Ingredients: 3 lbs zucchini ( summer squash)1 medium onions5 tablespoons butter2 eggs, well beatensaltpepper1...

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Turkey Oat Burgers
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Turkey Oat Burgers

Ingredients: 1 cup oats1 cup finely chopped onions ( I used 1/3 cup)1 tablespoon...

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Sourdough Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Sourdough Sandwiches

Ingredients: 4 ounces soft-style chive & onion cream cheese1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon dijon-style...

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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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Satay Ayam (Chicken Satay)
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Satay Ayam (Chicken Satay)

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper2 tablespoons soy sauce1...

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ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Rosemary Chicken

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 teaspoons canola oil1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon...

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Citrus-Ginger Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Citrus-Ginger Chicken

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon lime juice1 tablespoon orange juice1 tablespoon gingerroot,...

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Sesame Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Sesame Pasta

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons smooth peanut butter2 tablespoons sesame oil1/4 cup chopped scallions4 ounces pasta...

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Taco Filling  (oamc)
Low calorieLow sodiumMain dish

Taco Filling (oamc)

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil6 cups onions, finely chopped12 garlic cloves, minced4 jalapenos (...

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Roquefort Blue Cheese Chicken - OAMC
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Roquefort Blue Cheese Chicken – OAMC

Ingredients: 8 chicken breasts, halved if desiredsalt and pepper, to taste1/4 lb butter2 pints...

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