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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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Noodles With Lentils
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Noodles With Lentils, Carrots and Swiss Chard

Ingredients: 1/2 cup lentils ( French lentils preferred)1 bay leaves1/4 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons extra...

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Winter Risotto - Spicy
Long Grain riceMain dishOne Dish meal

Winter Risotto – Spicy

Ingredients: 1 (2 lb) butternut squash5 tablespoons olive oilkosher saltfresh ground black pepper, to...

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Tuscan Pork Chops (Or Chicken) With Rosemary
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Tuscan Pork Chops (Or Chicken) With Rosemary

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops, 3/4 inch thick10 sun-dried tomatoes, coarsely chopped ( NOT...

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Italian Rolled Peppers With Mushrooms and Ricotta
CheeseMain dishSide dishes

Italian Rolled Peppers With Mushrooms and Ricotta

Ingredients: 4 large bell peppers ( may mix colors)16 ounces white button mushrooms, chopped...

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Turkey Cutlets Stuffed With Apples and Cranberries
Main dishPoultryTurkey

Turkey Cutlets Stuffed With Apples and Cranberries

Ingredients: 3 lbs 99% fat-free turkey breast cutlets2 medium apples1/2 cup cranberries1 medium oranges1...

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Marmalade Glazed Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Marmalade Glazed Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 pork chops, bone in,about 3/4 inch thick1 tablespoon oil, for browning1/4 cup...

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Easy Spaghetti With Meatballs
Ground beefMain dishSpaghetti

Easy Spaghetti With Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb spaghetti1 (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce1 lb lean ground beef1 cup...

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Oven Fried Parmesan Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Oven Fried Parmesan Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese1/4 cup flour1 teaspoon paprika1 dash pepper1/2 teaspoon salt3...

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Granny's Stew
< 4 hoursMain dishStews

Granny’s Stew

Ingredients: 3 lbs lean stew meat, cubed ( I use rump roast)3 tablespoons flour1/4...

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Apricot Chicken With Almonds
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Apricot Chicken With Almonds

Ingredients: 1 chicken, cut up1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted1 cup...

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The Best Meatballs Ever!
BeefGround beefMain dish

The Best Meatballs Ever!

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef2 garlic cloves, chopped1/4 cup onions, chopped1 large eggs1/2 cup...

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My Favorite Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

My Favorite Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground chuck1/2 cup of diced green peppers1 (10 3/4 ounce)...

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One and One Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

One and One Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 cup raw white rice1 (2 ounce) packages dry...

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Pork Yu-Shiang
Main dishPorkVegetables

Pork Yu-Shiang

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1 dash white pepper1 tablespoon dry sherry3/4 lb boneless...

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Southern Smothered Chicken
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Southern Smothered Chicken

Ingredients: 2 slices bacon2 1/2-3 lbs broiler chickens, cut up1 clove garlic, minced1 teaspoon...

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Pork Chops With Braised Cabbage and Balsamic Sherry Sauce
Main dishOne Dish mealPork chops

Pork Chops With Braised Cabbage and Balsamic Sherry Sauce

Ingredients: 4 center-cut pork chops, about 1 inch thick each3/4 teaspoon saltfresh ground pepper,...

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Fried Rice Dinner
Main dishOne Dish mealPoultry

Fried Rice Dinner

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil3 cups shredded cabbage, packed1 1/4 cups coarsely shredded carrots1...

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Meatball Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Meatball Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 small sweet onions, diced1 small green bell peppers, diced1 clove garlic, pressed1...

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Baked Chicken in Wine Sauce
Main dishOne Dish mealPoultry

Baked Chicken in Wine Sauce

Ingredients: 2 -2 1/2 lbs chicken pieces2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup Heinz 57 steak sauce1/2...

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Aunt Irene's Chicken and Macaroni
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Aunt Irene’s Chicken and Macaroni

Ingredients: 3 cups diced cooked chicken1/2 cup mayonnaise or 1/2 cup Miracle Whip2 (10...

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Meaty Meat Sauce for Pasta
Main dishPastarice and grains

Meaty Meat Sauce for Pasta

Ingredients: 1 medium red onions or 1 medium white onions or 1 medium yellow...

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Linguine With Sweet Pepper Sauce
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Linguine With Sweet Pepper Sauce

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages linguine2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 medium onions, coarsely...

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Broiled Chicken With Fig Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Broiled Chicken With Fig Sauce

Ingredients: 4 chicken legs-thighs, cut in two or 8 chicken thighssalt and pepper1/4 cup...

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Tortoiseshell Tofu
Main dishSide dishesSoy/tofu

Tortoiseshell Tofu

Ingredients: 2 cups dashi (see recipe 77195) or 2 cups low-fat chicken broth1 1/2...

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Chesapeake Chicken
Main dishOne Dish mealPoultry

Chesapeake Chicken

Ingredients: 4 lbs whole chickens or 4 lbs chicken pieces ( Breasts work well...

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Grandma's Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Grandma’s Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 onions, chopped1 eggs1/2 cup catsup1/2 cup oatmeal1/2 teaspoon...

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Everyday Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Everyday Meatloaf

Ingredients: 2/3 cup dry breadcrumbs1 cup milk1 1/2 lbs ground chuck2 eggs, beaten1/3 cup...

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Mexi-Taco Hash Browns
BeefGround beefMain dish

Mexi-Taco Hash Browns

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chuck1 cup chopped onions1 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce1/2 teaspoon...

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Creamed Crabmeat With Artichoke Hearts
CasserolesCrabMain dish

Creamed Crabmeat With Artichoke Hearts

Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced1/2 cup sliced green onions1/4 cup chopped onions1 tablespoon...

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Meatballs With Red Sauce
BeefGround beefMain dish

Meatballs With Red Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb ground sirloin1 large eggs2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese2 tablespoons finely...

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Skillet Meatloaf Dinner
BeefGround beefMain dish

Skillet Meatloaf Dinner

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons instant beef bouillon or 2 bouillon cubes3/4 cup boiling water1 lb...

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Baked Salmon With White Wine
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Baked Salmon With White Wine

Ingredients: 2 large lemons, thinly sliced1 large onions, thinly sliced2 tablespoons chopped parsley1/2 teaspoon...

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Beef Mushroom Chilies Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Beef Mushroom Chilies Casserole

Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground beef1/3 large onions1/4 clove garlic, minced4 1/16 ounces cans cream...

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Restaurant-Style Meatloaf (No Bread Crumbs)
BeefGround beefMain dish

Restaurant-Style Meatloaf (No Bread Crumbs)

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter2 finely chopped green onions1 cup finely chopped onions1/2 cup finely...

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Thai Seared Tofu
BeansMain dishSoy/tofu

Thai Seared Tofu

Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro1/2 cup low sodium soy...

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Italian Chicken Pasta Toss
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

Italian Chicken Pasta Toss

Ingredients: 8 ounces spaghetti1/2 cup Italian salad dressing1 tablespoon olive oil2 tomatoes, chopped2 cups...

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Dee's Stuffed Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Dee’s Stuffed Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1 finely chopped onions2 stalks finely chopped celery2 tablespoons butter1 (6 ounce) boxes...

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Vegetable Hoppin' John
< 60 minsMain dishVegetables

Vegetable Hoppin’ John

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil1 cup chopped onions1 cup chopped green bell peppers2 teaspoons...

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Shrimp Satay
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Shrimp Satay

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons smooth peanut butter2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons rice vinegar1 tablespoon granulated...

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Easy Sauerkraut Pork  Casserole
CasserolesMain dishPork

Easy Sauerkraut Pork Casserole

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless pork, cubed1 medium onions, chopped3 fresh minced garlic cloves...

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Sausage and Mashed Potato Bake
Main dishPotatoesVegetables

Sausage and Mashed Potato Bake

Ingredients: 1 lb Italian sausages3 cups mashed potatoes1 cup chopped onions3/4 cup green bell...

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Serafina's Chicken and Olives
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Serafina’s Chicken and Olives

Ingredients: 1 whole broiler-fryer chickens or 1 whole chicken pieces ( approx. lbs.)3 quarts...

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Chicken Fajita Dinner Skillet
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Fajita Dinner Skillet

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, rinsed and patted dry4 medium russet potatoes3 tablespoons...

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Chicken for Chering
Main dishMeatVery low carbs

Chicken for Chering

Ingredients: 16 ounces thin cut boneless skinless chicken breasts ( 4 4 oz. slices)1...

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Drunken Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Drunken Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1/4 cup shallots ( finely chopped)1 teaspoon garlic ( minced)1/2 tablespoon...

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4 Minute Spicy Garlic Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

4 Minute Spicy Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients: 12 shrimp ( Jumbo sized, peeled, deveined, & tails intact)2 tablespoons olive oil2...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishPasta

Eggplant (Aubergine) Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs eggplants, cut into very thin slices1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup...

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Easy Tangy Barbecued Beef
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Easy Tangy Barbecued Beef

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups ketchup1/4-1/2 cup water, as needed2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons chopped...

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Cornmeal Breaded Grilled Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Cornmeal Breaded Grilled Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 eggs, beaten3/4 cup yellow cornmeal1/2 teaspoon dried basil...

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Steak in Rum and Mushroom Sauce for Two
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Steak in Rum and Mushroom Sauce for Two

Ingredients: 2 (5 ounce) chuck eye steak or 2 (5 ounce) top sirloin steaks1...

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Crusted Roast Rump Steak With Crispy Speckled Onion Rings
BeefMain dishOnions

Crusted Roast Rump Steak With Crispy Speckled Onion Rings

Ingredients: 1 Spanish onions300 ml milk2 cups vegetable oil, for frying6 tablespoons self raising...

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Chorizo and Pork Burgers
Lunch/snacksMain dishMeat

Chorizo and Pork Burgers

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs ground pork1 lb chorizo sausage, casings remove and cumbled4 slices...

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German Meat Cakes
Lunch/snacksMain dishMeat

German Meat Cakes

Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground beef1/2 lb ground veal1/2 lb ground pork ( all ground...

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Dee's Salisbury Steak
BeefGround beefMain dish

Dee’s Salisbury Steak

Ingredients: 2 lbs hamburger1 teaspoon Season-All salt1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet1 teaspoon...

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Spinach Salmon Roast With Feta and Ricotta
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Spinach Salmon Roast With Feta and Ricotta

Ingredients: 1 (2 lb) salmon fillets, center cut with skin removed1 cup ricotta cheese1...

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Barbecue Sauerkraut Bake
CasserolesMain dishVegetables

Barbecue Sauerkraut Bake

Ingredients: 2 1/2-3 cups shredded cooked pork or 2 1/2-3 cups cooked beef or...

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Cheese Enchiladas
CheeseEggs/dairyMain dish

Cheese Enchiladas

Ingredients: 5 -6 flour tortillas, slightly heatedcheddar cheese, sliced1 (10 ounce) jars enchilada sauce1...

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Chicken Lo Mein (Soft Noodles)
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Lo Mein (Soft Noodles)

Ingredients: 1/4 lb rice noodles or 1/4 lb fine egg noodles, prepared according to...

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Coco-Banana's Barley Bake With Sweet Potato Mash
GrainsMain dishOne Dish meal

Coco-Banana’s Barley Bake With Sweet Potato Mash

Ingredients: 1 cup pearl barley1 onions, chopped2 cloves garlic, crushed1 teaspoon olive oil1 (400...

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Roasted Red Bell Pepper Pasta
Main dishPastaPenne

Roasted Red Bell Pepper Pasta

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil1 large onions, chopped3 cups sliced mushrooms1 (15 ounce) jars...

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