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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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Layered Cheese and Beef Casserole
< 60 minsCasserolesMain dish

Layered Cheese and Beef Casserole

Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked medium egg noodles1 lb ground beef3/4 cup chopped onions2 (8...

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Szechuan Noodle Toss
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Szechuan Noodle Toss

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages thin spaghetti1/4 cup sesame oil, divided2 large red bell...

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Oriental Roasted Stuffed Chicken
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Oriental Roasted Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients: 1 large chicken, obvious fat removed but with the skin on2 cups ready-sliced...

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Nana Chase's "Favorite" Shepherd's Pie
BeefGround beefMain dish

Nana Chase’s “Favorite” Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients: 2 lbs hamburger, browned and drained2 (8 ounce) cans tomato soup, no milk...

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Persian Lentil Rice - Addes Pilaf
Long Grain riceMain dishRice

Persian Lentil Rice – Addes Pilaf

Ingredients: 200 g red lentils8 ounces long-grain rice or 8 ounces basmati rice200 ground...

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Moo Shu Beef Lettuce Cups - 4 Points
BeefGround beefMain dish

Moo Shu Beef Lettuce Cups – 4 Points

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 cup yellow onions, thinly sliced2 tablespoons ginger, minced2...

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Chicken and Avocado Crepes
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken and Avocado Crepes

Ingredients: 125 g plain flour1 pinch salt2 eggs1 1/4 cups milk3 teaspoons melted butter300...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Mediterranean Veggie Wrap

Ingredients: 1 soft cracker bread, halved (Lavosh) or 1 large flour tortillas4 ounces hummus1/4...

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Eggplant (Aubergine)  With Garlic Cream Sauce
Main dishSavory piesSide dishes

Eggplant (Aubergine) With Garlic Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants, sliced 1/4 thick slices1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium onions, coursely...

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Creamy Chicken and Spaghetti Casserole
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Creamy Chicken and Spaghetti Casserole

Ingredients: 6 ounces spaghetti, cooked and drained ( cook until only firm-tender, do not...

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Rotini Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Rotini Casserole

Ingredients: 3 cups rotini pasta, cooked2 -3 tablespoons olive oil1 lb Italian sausage (...

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Country Fried Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Country Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 1 (2 1/2 lb) frying chickens, cut upCrisco shortening1/2 cup milk1 eggs1 cup...

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Grilled Caribbean Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Grilled Caribbean Chicken

Ingredients: 4 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 teaspoons lime juice1 teaspoon vegetable...

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Special Hot  Ham and Cheese Sandwich
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Special Hot Ham and Cheese Sandwich

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine1/4 cup mayonnaise3 tablespoons creole mustard1 tablespoon...

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Berry's Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Berry’s Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 eggs, beaten1 1/2 cups crushed barbecue potato chips...

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Paula Deen's Grillades and Grits
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Paula Deen’s Grillades and Grits

Ingredients: 1 (3 lb) chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieceskosher saltblack peppergarlic powdercooking spray1/3...

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Awesome Easy Tamale Pie
CasserolesMain dishSavory pies

Awesome Easy Tamale Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 medium yellow onions1/4 teaspoon garlic salt, to taste1 (16...

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Diet Coke Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Diet Coke Salmon

Ingredients: 4 salmon steaks1 (12 ounce) cans Diet Coke2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons...

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Simple Chicken and Sausage Paella
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Simple Chicken and Sausage Paella

Ingredients: 1/2 lb hot Italian sausages, cut into 1/2 inch cubes1 onions, chopped1 green...

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Jody's Goulash
BeefGround beefMain dish

Jody’s Goulash

Ingredients: 3/4 cup dry pasta shells1 lb ground beef1 teaspoon salt1 large onions, chopped1...

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Crispy Baked Barbecued Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Crispy Baked Barbecued Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumbs1 teaspoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon garlic...

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Burger Baked Beans
BeansMain dishOne Dish meal

Burger Baked Beans

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces1 cup chopped...

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Le Cirque's Linguine With Asparagus
Main dishPastaSide dishes

Le Cirque’s Linguine With Asparagus

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs asparagus, trimmed and cut on the diagonal into 1/2-inch pieces1/4...

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Jambalaya Casserole for a Crowd
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Jambalaya Casserole for a Crowd

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs pork butt, cubed1 1/2 lbs smoked sausage, cut into 1/2...

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Farfalle With Tomato Sauce
Main dishPastaSide dishes

Farfalle With Tomato Sauce

Ingredients: 12 ounces farfalle pasta, cooked1/2 onions, finely chopped2 -3 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons...

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Vegetable Burritos
Main dishOne Dish mealVegetables

Vegetable Burritos

Ingredients: 8 ounces diced tomatoes1/2 cup diced zucchini8 ounces kidney beans8 ounces corn1/4 cup...

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Chinese Hash
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Chinese Hash

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger1 small onions, chopped2 stalks celery, chopped1/2 cup raw rice (...

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Chile Chicken Enchiladas
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chile Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients: 2 cups diced cooked chicken1 1/2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese ( 6...

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Mapled Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Mapled Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1/4 cup chopped onions1 tablespoon vinegar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Favorite Sloppy Joes
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Favorite Sloppy Joes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 onions, chopped1 red bell peppers, chopped1 (6 ounce)...

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Vietnamese Clay Pot Chicken
Main dishOne Dish mealPoultry

Vietnamese Clay Pot Chicken

Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken thigh fillets, halved2 small yellow onions, quartered12 ounces baby bok...

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Sesame-Chile Chicken With Gingered-Watermelon Salsa
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Sesame-Chile Chicken With Gingered-Watermelon Salsa

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce1 -2 tablespoon chile sauce with garlic1 tablespoon...

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Cheesy Beefy Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Cheesy Beefy Casserole

Ingredients: 12 ounces egg noodles1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef1 teaspoon vegetable oil1 (15...

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Cozy Beef Stew
Beef steaksMain dishStews

Cozy Beef Stew

Ingredients: 3 lbs select steakflour3 tablespoons butter5 small carrots or 3 large carrots1 medium...

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Baked Panko Chicken Strips
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Baked Panko Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 cup white flourseasoning, to taste3 egg whites3 -4...

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AppetizersMain dishSauces

Lamb Cutlets with Tapenade

Ingredients: 12 -18 lamb cutlets1 tablespoon olive oilfresh rosemary sprigs1 clove garlic, crushedfresh ground...

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Easy Stuffed Cabbage Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Easy Stuffed Cabbage Soup

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef8 cups water6 teaspoons beef base ( or beef bullion...

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Extra Crispy Fried Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Extra Crispy Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 2 cups dry pancake mix2 (1/16 ounce) package Good Seasonings Italian salad dressing...

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Sharon's Taco Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Sharon’s Taco Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 medium onions, chopped1 bag plain Doritos1 can cream...

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Arroz Con Gandules
Main dishRiceSide dishes

Arroz Con Gandules

Ingredients: 2 slices bacon or 1/2 cup ham, chopped1/2 cup onions, chopped1/2 cup green...

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Chicken-asparagus Bake
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Chicken-asparagus Bake

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) packages of vegetable spiral shaped pasta1 tablespoon olive oil1 red...

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Ginger Thai Beef Stir-Fry
Long Grain riceMain dishOne Dish meal

Ginger Thai Beef Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sesame oil2 lbs beef sirloin, cut into thin strips2 tablespoons fresh...

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Too Easy Cheesy Chicken
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Too Easy Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli and Rice Casserole

Ingredients: 1 box broccoli and cheese flavored rice mix ( I use Uncle Ben’s...

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Tofu Casserole With Mushrooms
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Tofu Casserole With Mushrooms

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons butter or 2 teaspoons margarine1 cup sliced mushrooms1/2 cup chopped onions3...

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Pasta With Grilled Eggplant and Onions
Main dishOnionsPasta

Pasta With Grilled Eggplant and Onions

Ingredients: 2 eggplants, sliced 1/2 inch thick3 red onions, sliced 1/2 inch thick1/2 cup...

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Spinach and White Beans with Garlic
BeansMain dishOne Dish meal

Spinach and White Beans with Garlic

Ingredients: 1 clove garlic, minced1 tablespoon olive oil8 ounces chopped fresh spinach1 (15 ounce)...

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Fast Pork and Peanut Stir-Fry
Main dishPorkPork loins

Fast Pork and Peanut Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 2 cups water1 package chicken-flavored ramen noodles1 teaspoon sesame oil, plus1 tablespoon sesame...

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Karen's Enchilada Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Karen’s Enchilada Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 can Rotel tomatoes & chilies1 can cream of chicken...

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6-Vegetable Mediterranean Stew
Main dishPorkStews

6-Vegetable Mediterranean Stew

Ingredients: olive oil, for frying1 red onions, finely chopped6 button mushrooms, sliced1 hot chili...

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Bennett's Mussels
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Bennett’s Mussels

Ingredients: 3 dozen fresh mussels2 tablespoons olive oil1 small onions, chopped1 garlic cloves1 cup...

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Chicken Tajine with Olives and Preserved Lemons
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Tajine with Olives and Preserved Lemons

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil2 (3 lb) chicken, each cut into 6 pieces1/2 teaspoon...

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Creamy Parmesan Pasta with Vegetables
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Creamy Parmesan Pasta with Vegetables

Ingredients: 1/3 cup butter2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms2 cups asparagus, cut in 1 inch...

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Polish Papa's Pork Chops
Main dishOne Dish mealPork chops

Polish Papa’s Pork Chops

Ingredients: 6 -8 pork chops ( at least 3/4 inch thick, bone in)1 (28...

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Creamy Chicken Enchiladas-Low Carb
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Creamy Chicken Enchiladas-Low Carb

Ingredients: 3 chicken breasts, cooked and cut into pieces or 3 chicken breasts, shredded1...

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Snapper Veracruz
FishLunch/snacksMain dish

Snapper Veracruz

Ingredients: 8 ounces red snapper fillets, scored & lightly dredged in flour5 tablespoons extra...

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Tofu Carrot Cacciatore
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Tofu Carrot Cacciatore

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 medium onions, coarsely chopped ( 2 cups)1 large green...

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Hoisin Five-Spice Chicken Legs
Lunch/snacksMain dishSnacks

Hoisin Five-Spice Chicken Legs

Ingredients: 4 chicken legs-thighs, thighs and drumstick separated1/2 cup hoisin sauce1 teaspoon five-spice powder...

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Super Easy and Yummy Chicken Enchiladas
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Super Easy and Yummy Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breasts1/2 yellow onions4 cups cheese, shredded ( whatever kind you...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Winter Broth With Dumplings the Way My Nana Makes

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil or 1 tablespoon butter2 large leeks, washed and sliced3 large...

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Beef Barbecue Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef Barbecue Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger1/2 bottle barbecue sauce1 cup grated cheese1 (16 ounce) cans pork...

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