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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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Kittencal's Salisbury Steak
BeefGround beefMain dish

Kittencal’s Salisbury Steak

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 -2 tablespoon minced fresh garlic ( or use...

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Cowboy Steaks With Onions
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Cowboy Steaks With Onions

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons pure chile powder 1 1/4 teaspoons cayenne pepper 1 1/4...

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Jollof Chicken and Rice
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Jollof Chicken and Rice

Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken pieces2 tablespoons oil1 medium onions, chopped16 ounces canned tomatoes, cut...

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Mediterranean Pizza
Lunch/snacksMain dishPizza

Mediterranean Pizza

Ingredients: 1 medium thin pizza crust3/4 cup dry sun-dried tomatoes3/4 teaspoon olive oil1 large...

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Ken's Hamburgers
BeefMain dishMeat

Ken’s Hamburgers

Ingredients: 1/3 lb lean ground beef ( per burger)1 1/2 teaspoons barbecue sauce1/4 teaspoon...

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Southwest Shepherd's Pie  (Low Fat)
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Southwest Shepherd’s Pie (Low Fat)

Ingredients: 1 large onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 carrots, shredded1/2 lb button mushrooms, cleaned...

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Chicken Noodle Hot Dish
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Noodle Hot Dish

Ingredients: 3 3/4 cups wide egg noodles, uncooked1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed cream...

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Oriental Beef With Broccoli
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Oriental Beef With Broccoli

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs cube steaks2 cups frozen broccoli florets4 cloves minced fresh garlic2...

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Thai Red Pork Curry With Corn and Peas
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Thai Red Pork Curry With Corn and Peas

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon peanut oil2 tablespoons red curry paste1 lb diced lean pork1 cup...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) Fit for a Sheik (Sheik Al Mihshee)
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Eggplant (Aubergine) Fit for a Sheik (Sheik Al Mihshee)

Ingredients: 1 large eggplants, sliced and unpeeled ( 2 lb)1 lb ground lamb or...

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My Favourite Shepherd's Pie
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

My Favourite Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef1 small cooking onions, chopped1 tablespoon garlic salt2 tablespoons Worcestershire...

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Skewered Scallops With a Spicy Rub
AppetizersMain dishMarinades and rubs

Skewered Scallops With a Spicy Rub

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon oregano1/4 teaspoon...

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Broiled Haddock Fillets
FishMain dishSeafood

Broiled Haddock Fillets

Ingredients: 1 lb haddock fillets1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard3 tablespoons...

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Indian Pork Chops and Rice
Main dishPorkPork chops

Indian Pork Chops and Rice

Ingredients: 4 -6 pork chops1/4 teaspoon dry mustard1/4 teaspoon cloves1 pinch kosher salt1/8 teaspoon...

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Lime-Cilantro Grilled Steak
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Lime-Cilantro Grilled Steak

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs boneless beef chuck steaks, 1 inch thick ( about 4)3...

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Cream of Tuna over Toast or Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealTuna

Cream of Tuna over Toast or Pasta

Ingredients: 1 can cream of mushroom soup1 (12 ounce) cans tuna1 dash milkserving pasta...

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Grapefruit Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Grapefruit Chicken

Ingredients: 2 grapefruits4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 tablespoon chopped thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon apple...

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Russian Pork Chops and Potatoes in Sour Cream Sauce
Main dishPorkPork chops

Russian Pork Chops and Potatoes in Sour Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 lb potatoes, sliced1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon onion powder1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup...

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Chinese Chicken Lettuce Cups
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chinese Chicken Lettuce Cups

Ingredients: 100 g rice noodles2 tablespoons olive oil500 g lean ground chicken2 garlic cloves,...

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Turkey Sausage With Broccoli
Main dishMeatPasta

Turkey Sausage With Broccoli

Ingredients: 3 lbs sweet turkey sausage1 1/4 lbs penne pasta2 heads broccoli, cut into...

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Asian Glazed Chicken and Veggies
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Asian Glazed Chicken and Veggies

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons cornstarch1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth1/3 cup cider vinegar1/3 cup...

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Noodles a La Russe
BeefGround beefMain dish

Noodles a La Russe

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 teaspoon onion powder1 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Arroz Con Gandules ( Rice and Beans)
Main dishRiceSide dishes

Arroz Con Gandules ( Rice and Beans)

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sofrito sauce 1 (15 ounce) cans pigeon peas ( any canned...

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Spicy Chicken Spaghetti
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Spicy Chicken Spaghetti

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon minced garlic1 tablespoon pickled jalapeno...

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Easy Fish Stew
Lunch/snacksMain dishStews

Easy Fish Stew

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup chopped onions1/4 cup chopped celery1 teaspoon chili powder1...

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Spring Thyme Salmon
LemonMain dishSalmon

Spring Thyme Salmon

Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry white wine3 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves1 1/2...

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Swedish Meatballs
BeefGround beefMain dish

Swedish Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef3/4 cup Quaker Oats, uncooked2 tablespoons onions, minced1 teaspoon...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Fettuccini with Shallots

Ingredients: 1 lb fettuccine pasta8 fluid ounces white wine8 fluid ounces half-and-half1 -2 tablespoon...

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Tuna Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishTuna

Tuna Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 cups water2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked3/4 lb Velveeta cheese, cut up16 ounces...

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Easy Cheddar Egg Bake
BreakfastCheeseMain dish

Easy Cheddar Egg Bake

Ingredients: 6 eggs, slightly beaten1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese ( 4 ounces)1/2 cup...

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Chick-N-Que Sauce
Main dishMeatPoultry

Chick-N-Que Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 cup corn oil3/4 cup lemon juice (or mixture of any or all...

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Family-Style Creamy Chicken and Noodles
ChickenMain dishPasta

Family-Style Creamy Chicken and Noodles

Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked yolk-free wide egg noodles4 cups water1 lb boneless skinless chicken...

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Asparagus Splendida
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Asparagus Splendida

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus6 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil8 cloves...

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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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Pork and Vegetable Lo Mein (Easy and Delicious)
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Pork and Vegetable Lo Mein (Easy and Delicious)

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil8 ounces spaghetti, cooked al dente and drained1 lb pork...

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Chicken Breasts with Lemon and Brandy
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Breasts with Lemon and Brandy

Ingredients: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon oregano6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves8 tablespoons butter1/3...

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ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Fast n’ Easy Creole Chicken

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch strips1 (14 ounce)...

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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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Pressure Cooker Wild Rice and Barley Casserole
CasserolesMain dishRice

Pressure Cooker Wild Rice and Barley Casserole

Ingredients: 2 large shallots4 tablespoons unsalted butter3/4 cup wild rice1/4 cup barley ( not...

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English Muffin Artichoke Pizzas
Lunch/snacksMain dishPizza

English Muffin Artichoke Pizzas

Ingredients: 1 package English muffins ( I use whole wheat or oat bran)3/4 cup...

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Macaroni and Cheese With Crumb Topping
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Macaroni and Cheese With Crumb Topping

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs, made from crustless french bread3/4 cup freshly grated...

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Pasta With Tuna Cream Sauce
Main dishPenneTuna

Pasta With Tuna Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 8 ounces penne or 8 ounces ziti pasta or 8 ounces other tubular...

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Sausage and Red Bean Stew
Main dishSoups & stewsStews

Sausage and Red Bean Stew

Ingredients: 1 lb Italian turkey sausage links ( sweet or hot)1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4...

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Portabella and Gouda Burger with Garlic Mayo
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Portabella and Gouda Burger with Garlic Mayo

Ingredients: 2 large portabella mushroom caps, cleaned and stem removed3 -4 slices gouda cheese...

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Salmon and Couscous Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Salmon and Couscous Pie

Ingredients: 3 large eggs350 g spinach150 g couscous1 lemons500 g salmon3 tablespoons chopped fresh...

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Grilled Oriental Pork Chops
Main dishMeatPork

Grilled Oriental Pork Chops

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons soy sauce3 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon olive oil or...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Gourmet Beef Burgers

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil1/2 large yellow onions, sliced, separated into rings1/2 large green...

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Mom's Goolash
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Mom’s Goolash

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 roll breakfast sausage ( like Jimmy Dean)1 lb macaroni1...

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Southwestern Pasta -- Practically Fat Free
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Southwestern Pasta — Practically Fat Free

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon salt1 lb rotelle pasta or 1 lb other pastas ( I...

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Diet Coke Sloppy Joes
BeefGround beefMain dish

Diet Coke Sloppy Joes

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 medium onions, chopped1 1/2 tablespoons arrowroot1 cup diet...

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Macaroni Cheese Deluxe
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Macaroni Cheese Deluxe

Ingredients: 250 g macaroni50 g butter50 g plain flour600 ml milk100 ml double cream100...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Thermonuclear Chicken Wings

Ingredients: 24 chicken wings, tips cut off2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 teaspoon garlic powder3 tablespoons...

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Italian Subs
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Italian Subs

Ingredients: 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing, prepared1/4 cup Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard1 teaspoon dried...

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Prize-Winning Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Prize-Winning Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 cup tomato juice3/4 cup quick-cooking oats or 3/4 cup old fashioned oats,...

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Ev's Greek Spaghetti Dinner
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Ev’s Greek Spaghetti Dinner

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 large onions, minced4 garlic cloves, minced1 1/2 lbs lean...

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BeefMain dishMeat

Schnitzel with almonds

Ingredients: 4 veal or 4 beef schnitzel1/4 cup flour2 eggs1 cup dry breadcrumbs1/3 cup...

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Thai Roast Pork With Pineapple
Main dishPineapplePork

Thai Roast Pork With Pineapple

Ingredients: 1 pineapple8 garlic cloves, roughly chopped1 cup fresh coriander, chopped1/4 cup rice vinegar1/4...

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Bacon and Double Cheeseburger Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Bacon and Double Cheeseburger Meatloaf

Ingredients: 8 slices of thick bacon3 lbs ground chuck2 cups fresh breadcrumbs6 slices of...

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Pork Tenderloin with Merlot Mushrooms
Main dishPorkPork loins

Pork Tenderloin with Merlot Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 package pork tenderloins, trimmed of fat2 teaspoons minced garlic1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Voodoo Child Chicken

Ingredients: 4 chicken pieces ( light or dark, your choice)4 tablespoons butter2 cloves garlic,...

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