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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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Shredded Mexican Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Shredded Mexican Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 limes, cut in half2 teaspoons dried oregano2 bay...

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Beef Noodle Bowl
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Beef Noodle Bowl

Ingredients: 8 ounces linguine, uncooked3 cups broccoli florets3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced (...

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Another Chicken Wings Recipe
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Another Chicken Wings Recipe

Ingredients: 24 whole chicken wingssalt1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder4 ounces...

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Mom's Hammy Macaroni  N' Cheese
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Mom’s Hammy Macaroni N’ Cheese

Ingredients: 8 ounces macaroni1 cup diced ham ( 1 package)1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans...

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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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Cheesy Spinach Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Cheesy Spinach Casserole

Ingredients: 2 cups brown rice, cooked1 lb fresh spinach, chopped1/2 cup onions, chopped2 cloves...

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CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Harvest Tomato Crumble

Ingredients: 15 plum tomatoes, vine ripened, newly harvested2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons...

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Fish Stew Southern Style
FishMain dishStews

Fish Stew Southern Style

Ingredients: 1 cup sliced onions2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 (28 ounce) cans peeled whole tomatoes,...

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Spanish Garlic Shrimp
Lunch/snacksMain dishShrimp

Spanish Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil1 cup onions, chopped1 cup bell peppers, chopped ( any...

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Crusty Cheese
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Crusty Cheese, Beef, Noodle Casserole

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 chopped onions2 lbs ground beef4 (10 1/4 ounce) cans...

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Grilled Chicken With Chili Corn Sauce
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Grilled Chicken With Chili Corn Sauce

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 cup chicken stock1 red peppers, chopped1 green peppers,...

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Bulgogi (Korean Beef) with rice and lettuce
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Bulgogi (Korean Beef) with rice and lettuce

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs beef top round steak, partially frozen3 tablespoons sesame seeds3 tablespoons...

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Herr's Bodacious BBQ Potato Chip Burgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Herr’s Bodacious BBQ Potato Chip Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef4 ounces evaporated milk1 (2 ounce) envelopes dry onion soup...

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Herb Cheese Pizza
CheeseMain dishPizza

Herb Cheese Pizza

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon cornmeal1 (10 ounce) cans refrigerated pizza crusts1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic...

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Farfalle Pasta With Zucchini
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Farfalle Pasta With Zucchini, Mint, and Almonds

Ingredients: 5 medium zucchini, cubed ( about 4 cups)2 garlic cloves4 tablespoons extra virgin...

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Singapore Mai Fun
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Singapore Mai Fun

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) packages skinny rice noodles ( py mai fun)1/2 cup reduced-sodium...

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Chicken Parmesan
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Parmesan

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast fillets1 eggs1/2 cup milksalt & pepper2 cups breadcrumbs4 tablespoons...

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Hoisin and Honey Glazed Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Hoisin and Honey Glazed Pork Chops

Ingredients: 5 scallions1/4 cup oyster sauce2 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons hoisin sauce1 teaspoon ginger,...

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Navajo Tacos
BeefGround beefMain dish

Navajo Tacos

Ingredients: 4 -5 cups flour3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup instant milk2...

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Chicken-Bean Burritos (Crock Pot)
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken-Bean Burritos (Crock Pot)

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts1 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, undrained1 (16...

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Balsamic Steak and Blue Cheese Salad
BeefMain dishSalads

Balsamic Steak and Blue Cheese Salad

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) boneless beef top sirloin steaks, 1/2 inch thick1/2 balsamic vinaigrette,...

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Fantastic Chicken Amaretto
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Fantastic Chicken Amaretto

Ingredients: 1/4 cup flour1 teaspoon saltfresh ground pepper ( you don’t need too much...

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Senegalese sweet potato
Main dishRiceStews

Senegalese sweet potato, rice and beans stew

Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable oil5 large onions, chopped10 cloves garlic, chopped1 (6 ounce) cans...

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Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken, Spinach and Mushroom Quiche

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 medium onions, cut in quarters1/2 cup white wine1/2...

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North African Lentil Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

North African Lentil Soup

Ingredients: 1 cup lentils2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil2 medium onions, chopped2 garlic, cloves....

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Hot Dish
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Hot Dish

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef2 teaspoons salt1 cup diced celery1 large onions, chopped2...

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Chicken and Fresh Grapefruit Stir-Fry
CitrusFruitMain dish

Chicken and Fresh Grapefruit Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 1 grapefruits, peeled1 (8 ounce) cans pineapple chunks, in unsweetened pineapple juice1 tablespoon...

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Marhahus Papprikas ( Creamed Beef Paprikas)
BeefBeef roastMain dish

Marhahus Papprikas ( Creamed Beef Paprikas)

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon fat1 large onions, chopped1 teaspoon paprika1 1/2 lbs beef rump, cubedsalt...

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ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Thigh Parmigiana

Ingredients: 8 chicken thighs ( about 2lb)1 medium onions, thinly sliced2 cloves garlic, minced1/4...

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Chilaquiles with Chicken
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Chilaquiles with Chicken

Ingredients: 2 cups fried corn tortilla strips ( directions follow)vegetable oil ( for frying)4...

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Basil Mozzarella Burgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Basil Mozzarella Burgers

Ingredients: 1/2 cup finely chopped onions2 tablespoons fine dry breadcrumbs2 tablespoons chopped green bell...

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Spinach-Stuffed Chicken Breasts
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Spinach-Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 small onions, chopped1/2 large sweet red peppers, finely chopped1...

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Chicken Starla
Eggs/dairyMain dishPoultry

Chicken Starla

Ingredients: 3 -4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts2/3 cup olive oil1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary,...

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Pasta Portabella
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Pasta Portabella

Ingredients: 2 cups bow tie pasta1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced2 cups sliced...

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Chicken Saute with Wild Rice
Main dishPastaRice

Chicken Saute with Wild Rice

Ingredients: 1/2 cup onions1/2 cup celery4 tablespoons butter, divided2 1/3 cups water1 package long...

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Mee Krob (Thai Crisp Fried Noodles)
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Mee Krob (Thai Crisp Fried Noodles)

Ingredients: 6 ounces dried rice vermicelli1 1/2 inches tamarind pulp3 cups peanut oil2 eggs,...

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Spice Em' Up Pork Chops
Main dishMeatPork

Spice Em’ Up Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1/4 cup flour1 tablespoon ground mustard1 teaspoon seasoning salt1/8 teaspoon pepper4 3/4 inch...

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Spicy Baked Bean Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishSoups & stews

Spicy Baked Bean Soup

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) cans vegetarian baked beans, in tomato sauce1 (19 ounce) cans...

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Easy Low-Fat Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Easy Low-Fat Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce2 tablespoons minced onion...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) With Mushroom Stuffing
Main dishSide dishesVegetables

Eggplant (Aubergine) With Mushroom Stuffing

Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants1 small shallots, minced2/3 lb white mushrooms, trimmed and finely choppedpepper,...

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Stove Top Easy Chicken Bake
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Stove Top Easy Chicken Bake

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) packages chicken stuffing mix1 cup hot water1 1/2 lbs boneless...

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Meal in a Skillet
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Meal in a Skillet

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 medium onions, diced1 medium green peppers, chopped1 teaspoon salt1/2...

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Turkey Noodle Bake
Main dishOne Dish mealTurkey

Turkey Noodle Bake

Ingredients: 1 cup flour2 eggs1 teaspoon saltfresh noodles2 1/2 cups milk3 tablespoons flour1 tablespoon...

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June's Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

June’s Chicken

Ingredients: 6 -8 chicken pieces ( I often use thigh & leg)1/2 cup flourwater...

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Gary Rhodes - Pork Chops With Apple Tart Topping
Main dishPorkPork chops

Gary Rhodes – Pork Chops With Apple Tart Topping

Ingredients: 5 -6 apples, peeled, cored and roughly chopped2 -3 apples, left whole25 g...

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Feta Mint Cheeseburgers
BeefLunch/snacksMain dish

Feta Mint Cheeseburgers

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beefsalt and pepper1/4 teaspoon cumin2 ounces feta cheese2...

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Tuna Pasta with Artichoke and Semi-Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Lunch/snacksMain dishTuna

Tuna Pasta with Artichoke and Semi-Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Ingredients: 500 g pasta shells2 tablespoons olive oil ( preferably extra virgin, as it...

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Sesame Pork Stir Fry
Main dishPorkRice

Sesame Pork Stir Fry

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted1 tablespoon sesame oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil1...

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Bacon Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Bacon Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 (8 ounce) bottles barbecue sauce ( or...

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Quinoa and Mushroom Skillet
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Quinoa and Mushroom Skillet

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium red onions, quartered and thinly sliced1 cup quinoa,...

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Autumn Pork Skillet
Lunch/snacksMain dishPork

Autumn Pork Skillet

Ingredients: 1 3/4-2 lbs pork loin or 1 3/4-2 lbs tenderloingarlic salt1 tablespoon vegetable...

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AppetizersCheeseMain dish

Better Than a Restaurant’s Nachos

Ingredients: 2 1/2 ounces tortilla chips ( approx. 25)3/4 cup Mexican blend cheese or...

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BeefCheeseMain dish

Beef Parmesan

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs round steaks1 eggs1/2 cup parmesan cheese1/3 cup oil1/2 cup dry...

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Pork Chile Verde
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Pork Chile Verde

Ingredients: 20 -25 tomatillos2 serrano peppers2 pasilla chiles1 anaheim chilies1 onions, chunked1/2 bunch cilantro3...

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Hoisin and Bourbon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin
Main dishMeatPork

Hoisin and Bourbon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 1/3 cup hoisin sauce ( available in the Asian food section)2 tablespoons seasoned...

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Manly Burgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Manly Burgers

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground chuck1 green peppers4 cloves garlic1 yellow peppers2 white onions1 green...

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Tex Mex Pineapple Pork Chops
Main dishOne Dish mealPork chops

Tex Mex Pineapple Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil4 center-cut pork chops ( 3/4 inch thick)5 garlic cloves, minced1...

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Eggplant Bake
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Eggplant Bake

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice ( well-seasoned)1 large eggplants, peeled and thinly...

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Cheeseburger Macaroni
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Cheeseburger Macaroni

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 (14 ounce) cans chopped...

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Chicken in Cilantro Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken in Cilantro Sauce

Ingredients: 2 small bell peppers ( I prefer the taste of poblano peppers)3 tablespoons...

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