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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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Savory Chicken Curry Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Savory Chicken Curry Casserole

Ingredients: 2 (10 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup1 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon curry powder...

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Big Biscuit Barbecues
< 30 minsMain dishOne Dish meal

Big Biscuit Barbecues

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/4 cup chopped onions1/2 cup kraft barbecue sauce10 ounces Hungry...

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ChickenMain dishPasta

Lemon Chicken Pasta

Ingredients: 1/2-1 cup butter or 1/2-1 cup margarine1/2 cup lemon juice1 tablespoon garlic1 tablespoon...

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Shortcut Dirty Rice (Or Rice Dressing for Non-Southerners)
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Shortcut Dirty Rice (Or Rice Dressing for Non-Southerners)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 1/2 cups raw rice1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans...

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Blender Quiche - or Whatever You Have in Your Kitchen Leftover
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Blender Quiche – or Whatever You Have in Your Kitchen Leftover

Ingredients: 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup cooked and cubed chicken meat or 1/2...

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French Peasant Supper
Main dishOne Dish mealPork chops

French Peasant Supper

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon olive oil2 boneless center cut pork chops ( about 3/8 in....

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Double Tomato Soup
Main dishSoups & stewsTomatoes

Double Tomato Soup

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter1 large Spanish onions, thinly sliced1 garlic cloves, pressed1 celery,...

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Beef Burritos
BeefGround beefMain dish

Beef Burritos

Ingredients: 4 large round flour tortillas1 cup cheddar cheese, grated1 teaspoon hot paprika3/4 cup...

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Vegetarian Nut Loaf
CarrotsMain dishOne Dish meal

Vegetarian Nut Loaf

Ingredients: 8 cups carrots, pulp or 8 cups carrots, finely grated1 cup fresh lima...

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Easy Taco Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Easy Taco Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef3/4 cup onions, chopped1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages low-sodium taco...

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Spicy Tortilla Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Spicy Tortilla Soup

Ingredients: 6 corn tortillas4 cloves garlic, whole1 medium white onions or 1 medium red...

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Carnatzlach
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Carnatzlach, Rumanian Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 large onions, grated1 large carrots, grated3 cloves garlic,...

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Pesto and Tomato Angel Hair Pasta
Main dishPastarice and grains

Pesto and Tomato Angel Hair Pasta

Ingredients: 1 lb angel hair pasta3 cloves garlic3 cups fresh basil leaves1/2 cup pine...

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Korean Beef and Noodles
BeefMain dishMeat

Korean Beef and Noodles

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon cornstarch8 ounces beef eye round, trimmed and thinly sliced1 tablespoon low...

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Basic Bean Enchiladas
BeansMain dishNorth american

Basic Bean Enchiladas

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cans 98% fat-free refried beans1 (8 ounce) cans kidney beans...

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Creamy Italian Chicken
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Creamy Italian Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix3/4...

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To Die for Pork Spareribs
Main dishPineapplePork

To Die for Pork Spareribs

Ingredients: 1 1/2 kg pork spareribs1/2 cup tomato ketchup1/4 cup teriyaki sauce1/4 cup red...

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Chicken and Cheese Tortellini Tomato Basil Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Chicken and Cheese Tortellini Tomato Basil Soup

Ingredients: 2 (46 ounce) cans low-sodium tomato juice3 (10 1/2 ounce) cans low sodium...

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Turkey Wraps With Mango and Curried Mayonnaise
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Turkey Wraps With Mango and Curried Mayonnaise

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons curry powder1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise or 1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise2 teaspoons...

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Picante Cranberry Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Picante Cranberry Meatballs

Ingredients: 2 eggs, lightly beaten1/3 cup ketchup1/3 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons soy sauce2...

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Chicken Fajita Casserole
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Chicken Fajita Casserole

Ingredients: 3 boneless chicken breasts1 small white onions or 1 small yellow onions, chopped1...

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Penne With Chard and Pine Nuts
Main dishPenneSide dishes

Penne With Chard and Pine Nuts

Ingredients: 3 teaspoons olive oil1/3 cup pine nuts ( pignoli)1 lb penne pasta3 garlic...

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Beef and Onions with Cumin
BeefMain dishMeat

Beef and Onions with Cumin

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs chuck steaks or 1 1/2 lbs beef blade steak12 ounces...

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Hot 'n Spicy Cheeseburgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Hot ‘n Spicy Cheeseburgers

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1/4 cup banana peppers, seeded &chopped ( we use...

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Tuscan Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Tuscan Soup

Ingredients: 5 links sweet Italian sausage links1 large onions, chopped4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth2...

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Spinach Feta and Artichoke Pizza
CheeseMain dishPizza

Spinach Feta and Artichoke Pizza

Ingredients: 1 pizza dough, uncooked and rolled out to about 16 inches 1/2 cup...

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Baked (Tandoori) Vegetables
AsianIndianMain dish

Baked (Tandoori) Vegetables

Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes3 carrots1/2 head cauliflower1 cup green beans3 bell peppers1/2 eggplants1 chopped...

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Meat and Gravy
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Meat and Gravy

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beefflourwater Directions: Brown hamburger meat in a large skillet.when completely...

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Chicken Breasts in Tarragon Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Breasts in Tarragon Sauce

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breastssalt & pepper2 tablespoons olive oil1 shallots, chopped1/2 cup...

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Roasted Lemon Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Roasted Lemon Chicken

Ingredients: 1 whole chicken ( about 3 pounds)1 head garlic2 tablespoons olive oilchopped fresh...

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Sue Sue’s Casserole

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground round1 large onions, chopped8 ounces of small egg noodles,...

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Ez  Cheezy Barbecue Pizza
Main dishPizzaPork

Ez Cheezy Barbecue Pizza

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans prepared pizza crust12 ounces four-cheese Mexican blend cheese, shredded1/2...

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Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Kidney Beans and Rice

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions1 clove garlic, minced1 (16 ounce)...

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Creole Dump Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Creole Dump Chicken

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup chopped onions1/4 cup bell peppers1 garlic cloves, minced1...

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Shrimp in Garlic Espanol
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Shrimp in Garlic Espanol

Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil4 garlic cloves, chopped2 bay leaves1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce1 lb...

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Lainie's Wahoo Marinade
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Lainie’s Wahoo Marinade

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil6 fresh garlic cloves1/3 cup...

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Lime Herb Marinated Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Lime Herb Marinated Chicken

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) packages Uncle Ben’s converted brand rice, natural select garlic &...

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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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Avocado Basil Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Avocado Basil Pasta

Ingredients: 8 ounces bow tie pasta or 8 ounces wagon wheel macaroni2 medium avocados,...

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The Best Darn Way to Barbecue Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

The Best Darn Way to Barbecue Chicken

Ingredients: 1 -2 chicken, cut into pieces1 lb margarine1/2 cup dried parsley flakes3 cloves...

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Japanese Tempura
< 60 minsAsianMain dish

Japanese Tempura

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups flour2 -2 1/2 cups water1 teaspoon salt1 gallon assorted fresh...

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Honey-Glazed Chicken Breasts
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Honey-Glazed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon dry mustard ( mustard powder)3 tablespoons white wine vinegar or 3...

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Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, frozen do not thaw until you read recipe...

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Taters N' More
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Taters N’ More

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 bag frozen tater tots1 can cream of mushroom soup1...

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Mum's Monday Macaroni
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Mum’s Monday Macaroni

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup chopped onions1 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 (19 ounce)...

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Tuscan-Style Pasta and Cannellini
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Tuscan-Style Pasta and Cannellini

Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil3 large garlic cloves, minced1/4 lb sliced curly...

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Tomato-Stuffed Chicken Rolls
Chicken breastLunch/snacksMain dish

Tomato-Stuffed Chicken Rolls

Ingredients: 4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves ( about 12 ounces total)1 medium...

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Old-Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Old-Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup

Ingredients: 1 lb beef stew meat1 onions3 celery ribs10 baby carrots ( or a...

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Fiesta Chicken Enchiladas
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Fiesta Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients: 2 (10 ounce) cans mild enchilada sauce ( I use one of the...

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Crazy Plates Oven Fried Chicken Tenders
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Crazy Plates Oven Fried Chicken Tenders

Ingredients: chicken tenders3/4 cup flour1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon thyme1/4 teaspoon oregano1/8 teaspoon paprikasalt...

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BeefCasserolesMain dish

Crock Pot Cabbage Roll Casserole

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef2 medium onions, chopped fine2 cloves garlic, minced1...

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Cryin Crab Onion Pie
CrabMain dishSavory pies

Cryin Crab Onion Pie

Ingredients: 3 teaspoons butter6 medium onions2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups...

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Habanero Jerk Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Habanero Jerk Chicken

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon chopped onions1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon...

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FishMain dishSeafood

Redfish on the Halfshell

Ingredients: 1 red fishonion powderfresh garlicsalt and pepper1 strong beer1/8 cup butter1 tablespoon Worcestershire...

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Garlic-Herb Vegetable Bake
CasserolesMain dishVegetables

Garlic-Herb Vegetable Bake

Ingredients: 2 zucchini, sliced2 large tomatoes, sliced2 baking potatoes, sliced10 cloves garlic1 whole garlic...

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Mike Timlin's Jerked Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Mike Timlin’s Jerked Chicken

Ingredients: 3/4 cup teriyaki sauce2 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper2...

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Pizza Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishPasta

Pizza Lasagna

Ingredients: 9 lasagna noodles ( uncooked)1 (15 ounce) cans pizza sauce1 (14 1/2 ounce)...

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12 minute pasta
Main dishPastarice and grains

12 minute pasta

Ingredients: 1 lb orecchiette or 1 lb fusilli or 1 lb penne rigate (...

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Medveg
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Medveg

Ingredients: 4 large tomatoes1 red peppers1 yellow peppers1 green peppers1 eggplants2 onions2 tablespoons olive...

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Veggie Sprouts Salad Combo
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Veggie Sprouts Salad Combo

Ingredients: 1 cup bean sprouts1/2 cup potatoes, boiled,diced1/2 cup red tomatoes, chopped1/2 teaspoon chili...

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