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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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Moroccan Red Snapper With Cumin Seeds
Main dishOne Dish mealSaltwater fish

Moroccan Red Snapper With Cumin Seeds

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons toasted cumin seeds12 peeled crushed garlic cloves1 bunch chopped fresh parsley3...

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Steak Fajitas (Citrus Garlic Chile Marinated Skirt Steak)
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Steak Fajitas (Citrus Garlic Chile Marinated Skirt Steak)

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon orange zest1 tablespoon grated lemons, rind of1/3 cup fresh orange juice1/4...

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Southwestern Veggie Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Southwestern Veggie Soup

Ingredients: 3 cups chicken broth or 3 cups vegetable broth7 1/4 ounces diced tomatoes,...

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Curried Pork Chops
Main dishMeatPork

Curried Pork Chops

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons all-purpose flourto taste seasoning saltto taste black pepper, ground4 pork loin...

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MaMaw Franklin's Barbecued Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

MaMaw Franklin’s Barbecued Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef3/4 cup breadcrumbs or 3/4 cup uncooked oats1 cup...

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BreakfastMain dishOne Dish meal

Cottage Cheese and Fresh Fruit

Ingredients: 3/4 cup low fat cottage cheese1/2 cup red grapes or 1/2 cup green...

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Skillet Hamburger Stroganoff
Ground beefMain dishTurkey

Skillet Hamburger Stroganoff

Ingredients: 8 ounces lean ground turkey or 8 ounces lean ground beef1/2 cup chopped...

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Picadillo with Rice and Black Beans
BeefMain dishTurkey

Picadillo with Rice and Black Beans

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef or 1 lb ground turkey breast1 1/4 cups...

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Chicken With Tomato Cream Sauce
< 60 minsMain dishTime to make

Chicken With Tomato Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine1 small...

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Provolone and Broccoli Alfredo
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Provolone and Broccoli Alfredo

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons flour2 cups whipping cream1/2 cup milk1/3 cup parmesan cheese,...

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Diet Cola Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Diet Cola Chicken

Ingredients: 4 chicken breastsnonstick cooking spray1 cup ketchup1 (12 ounce) cans diet cola (...

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Baked Game Hens
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Baked Game Hens

Ingredients: 4 Cornish hens1 apples, sliced1 onions, sliced1/4 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon soy sauce...

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Penne Spinach Goodness
Main dishOne Dish mealPenne

Penne Spinach Goodness

Ingredients: 1 lb penne ( or whatever pasta on hand)2 cups onions, chopped2 garlic...

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Herby Hamburgers
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Herby Hamburgers

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 eggs, slightly beaten2 teaspoons equal parts freshly chopped...

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Lemony Couscous Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Lemony Couscous Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked couscous1 teaspoon salt3 cups boiling water6 green onions, chopped1 cucumbers,...

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Low-Fat Italian Turkey Stew
Main dishStewsTurkey

Low-Fat Italian Turkey Stew

Ingredients: 3 cups low-sodium chicken stock1 cup tomato juice3/4 lb turkey breast tenderloins, cut...

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Grilled Chicken With Mango Habanero Glaze
Main dishSaucesSweet sauces

Grilled Chicken With Mango Habanero Glaze

Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar1/2 mangoes, ripe, chopped1/2 teaspoon ginger ( grated fresh or ground)1/2...

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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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Broccoli Chapati Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Broccoli Chapati Sandwiches

Ingredients: 4 chapati1/4 cup butter2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted1 cup raw broccoli, stems &...

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Eggplant Saute
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Eggplant Saute

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) packages fettuccine1 -2 tablespoon olive oil1 medium onions, chopped3 garlic...

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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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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Christina’s Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts8 slices cooked bacon8 slices mozzarella cheesesaltpepper1/2 cup white...

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No Challenge Creamy Chops
< 60 minsMain dishTime to make

No Challenge Creamy Chops

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil4 -6 boneless pork chops, 3/4 ” thick1 (10 3/4...

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GrainsLunch/snacksMain dish

Quinoa with Roasted Veggies and Goddess Dressing

Ingredients: 1 large chopped onions ( in long pieces)10 cloves garlic ( or more...

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Buca Di Beppo Chicken Marsala (Copycat)
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Buca Di Beppo Chicken Marsala (Copycat)

Ingredients: olive oil, as needed16 ounces chicken cutlets ( 4 thin pieces)2 ounces low-sodium...

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Sesame-Ginger Pasta With Shrimp and Scallops
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Sesame-Ginger Pasta With Shrimp and Scallops

Ingredients: 1/4 cup honey1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced2 teaspoons soy...

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Chicken Cacciatore With Fusilli
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Cacciatore With Fusilli

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil5 lbs chicken, cut into serving pieces1 onions, chopped fine3...

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Teriyaki Tuna With Wasabi Mayonnaise and Pickled Ginger
Lunch/snacksMain dishTuna

Teriyaki Tuna With Wasabi Mayonnaise and Pickled Ginger

Ingredients: 1/2 cup teriyaki marinade1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger3...

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Oven Baked Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Oven Baked Chicken

Ingredients: 2 (1 1/4 ounce) packages lipton tomato soup mix3 cups self rising flour2...

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Cooked Turkey or Chicken Leftover Tacos
Main dishPoultryTurkey

Cooked Turkey or Chicken Leftover Tacos

Ingredients: 5 lbs turkey meat ( white and dark)3 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce1...

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Chicken With Salsa and Couscous
Main dishMeatPoultry

Chicken With Salsa and Couscous

Ingredients: 3 cups hot cooked rice or 3 cups couscous2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 cup...

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Mini Glazed Meat Loaves
BeefGround beefMain dish

Mini Glazed Meat Loaves

Ingredients: 1/2 cup ketchup2 tablespoons light brown sugar1 1/2 lbs extra lean ground beef1/2...

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Tequila Lime Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Tequila Lime Chicken

Ingredients: 1/3 cup tequila ( 2 mini bottles worth)1 garlic cloves, minced1 limes, juice...

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5 Minute Cheesy Enchilada Grande for 1
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

5 Minute Cheesy Enchilada Grande for 1

Ingredients: 1/2 cup shredded cooked chicken or 1/2 cup cooked pork or 1/2 cup...

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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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Garlic Balsamic Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Garlic Balsamic Chicken

Ingredients: 3 -4 chicken breast halvessalt and pepper, to taste1 tablespoon flour1 tablespoon extra...

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Clara's Ground Beef Chop Suey
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Clara’s Ground Beef Chop Suey

Ingredients: 1 cup rice3 stalks celery, sliced2 cups water2 slices bacon1 onions, chopped1 lb...

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Tacos Wrapidos
BeefGround beefMain dish

Tacos Wrapidos

Ingredients: 1 (4 1/3 ounce) packages quick cooking Spanish rice1 lb lean ground beef1...

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Broiled Seafood Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Broiled Seafood Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 cup mixed bite-size pieces cooked crabmeat or 1 cup lobsters or 1...

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Cola Braised Pork Stew
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Cola Braised Pork Stew

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil2 lbs country-style boneless pork ribs, excess fat trimmed, cut into...

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Balsamic Glazed Pork With Caramelized Onions
Main dishMeatPork

Balsamic Glazed Pork With Caramelized Onions

Ingredients: 1 -1 1/2 lb country-style boneless pork ribs3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons...

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Tuna Teriyaki Salsa
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Tuna Teriyaki Salsa

Ingredients: 4 (5 ounce) tuna steaks5 tablespoons sweet style teriyaki sauce3 medium size ripe...

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pasta with spicy
Condimentsetc.Main dish

pasta with spicy, creamy vodka tomato sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil4 cloves garlic1/2 teaspoon chili flakes1 (28 ounce) cans crushed...

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Cincinnati Shepherd's Pie
Ground beefMain dishSavory pies

Cincinnati Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons oil1 1/2 lbs zucchini, cut into 1 inch cubes ( 5...

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Ginger Garlic  Beef Stir-Fry
BeefMain dishVegetables

Ginger Garlic Beef Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 1 lb sirloin (sliced into narrow strips) or 1 lb flank steaks (...

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Salvage Rice
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Salvage Rice

Ingredients: 1/3 cup uncooked white rice ( , NOT instant)2/3 cup chicken broth (...

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Simply Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Simply Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breasts, diced1 medium onions, chopped1 tablespoon vegetable oil8 8-inch flour...

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Grilled Swordfish
FishMain dishSeafood

Grilled Swordfish

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1/3 cup finely chopped shallots1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme1/2...

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Mexican Squash and Ground Beef Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Mexican Squash and Ground Beef Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb Italian sausage1 tablespoon oil3 medium yellow...

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Potatonik
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Potatonik

Ingredients: 6 large potatoes ( washed and peeled)1 teaspoon salt3/4 cup matzo meal4 eggs...

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Chinese Napa Cabbage Salad With Grilled Flank Steak
AsianMain dishOne Dish meal

Chinese Napa Cabbage Salad With Grilled Flank Steak

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sesame oil1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce2 limes, juice of1...

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Spaghetti Squash Primavera
Main dishOne Dish mealSquash

Spaghetti Squash Primavera

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil1/2 teaspoon finely chopped garlic1/4 cup finely chopped red onions1/4...

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Italian Chicken With Noodles
ChickenMain dishPasta

Italian Chicken With Noodles

Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts, deboned,skined and split1/2 teaspoon oregano1/8 teaspoon pepper1 onions, chopped4 ounces...

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Jim's Solo Shrimp and Mushroom Pilaf
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Jim’s Solo Shrimp and Mushroom Pilaf

Ingredients: 5 ounces of cooked shrimp1 (7 ounce) cans mushroom stems and pieces, and...

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Chicken and Corn Tortilla Bake
Low carbLow in...Main dish

Chicken and Corn Tortilla Bake

Ingredients: 3 cups shredded cooked chicken1 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies1 cup chicken...

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Awesome Rice Pilaf
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Awesome Rice Pilaf

Ingredients: 2 cups raw long-grain rice1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup oleo1 onions (...

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Asian Steak Salad
BeefMain dishSalads

Asian Steak Salad

Ingredients: 4 cups green cabbage, sliced very thin4 cups red cabbage, sliced very thin5...

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Savory Dutch Baby
BreakfastMain dishOne Dish meal

Savory Dutch Baby

Ingredients: 4 eggs1 cup flour1 cup milk1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper1...

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Dijon-Tarragon Cream Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Dijon-Tarragon Cream Chicken

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil4 boneless skinless chicken breast halvessalt and pepper1/2...

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Grouper with Pineapple Salsa
FishMain dishSeafood

Grouper with Pineapple Salsa

Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) grouper fillets1/2 cup coarsely chopped pineapple ( I prefer fresh...

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