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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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Baked Beans Dressed for Dinner
BeansLow fatMain dish

Baked Beans Dressed for Dinner

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil1 cup chopped onions1/2 cup chopped green peppers2 (1 lb)...

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Herbed Tuna Salad
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Herbed Tuna Salad

Ingredients: 1 (66 ounce) cans unsalted red tuna in water2 cups shredded carrots3/4 cup...

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Game Night Pizza
Main dishPizzaPork

Game Night Pizza

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) jars pizza sauce1 loaf French bread, split lengthwise and toasted1...

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Voodoo Chicken Penne
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Voodoo Chicken Penne

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs uncooked penne pasta3 tablespoons unsalted butter1 cup minced onions1 tablespoon...

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Baked Salmon With Mushroom Sauce
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Baked Salmon With Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs fresh salmon2 tablespoons butter2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms2 green onions,...

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Snow Pea Stir-Fry
Low cholesterolLow proteinMain dish

Snow Pea Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil1 (16 ounce) packages fresh snow peas or 1 (16 ounce)...

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Rice and Ham Casserole
CasserolesMain dishPotluck

Rice and Ham Casserole

Ingredients: 2 boxes uncle ben’s long-grain rice1 1/2 lbs chopped broccoli2 1/2 cups cubed...

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Salmon Noodle Bake
CasserolesMain dishSalmon

Salmon Noodle Bake

Ingredients: 3 (7 1/2 ounce) cans salmon, water packed,drained and mashed,reserving about3 tablespoons water...

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Goulash Made With Hamburger
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Goulash Made With Hamburger

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger1 large onions, diced3 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2...

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Poached Fish
FishMain dishSaltwater fish

Poached Fish

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs fish fillets1 tablespoon fresh parsley, choppedsalt and pepper1/2 teaspoon dried...

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Grandma's Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Grandma’s Casserole

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon margarine1 cup onions, chopped1 green peppers, sliced into strips1/2 cup celery,...

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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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Quick and Easy Thrown Together Baked Spaghetti Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Quick and Easy Thrown Together Baked Spaghetti Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb angel hair pasta noodles1 lb lean ground beef1 small onions, chopped1/2...

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Chicken Breasts 'n Wild Rice
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Breasts ‘n Wild Rice

Ingredients: 1 cup wild rice1 teaspoon salt4 cups water1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream...

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Roasted Okra
Main dishSide dishesVegetables

Roasted Okra

Ingredients: 1/2 kg young okra pods ( washed, wiped dry and cut into 0.5...

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Filet Mignon With Mushroom-Wine Sauce - Light Version Weight Wat
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Filet Mignon With Mushroom-Wine Sauce – Light Version Weight Wat

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine, divided1/3 cup finely chopped shallots1/2 cup...

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Shipwreck Hamburger Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Shipwreck Hamburger Casserole

Ingredients: 2 large potatoes, sliced1 large onions, sliced (optional)1 1/2 lbs hamburger1 cup uncooked...

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Pissaladiere
CheeseMain dishSavory pies

Pissaladiere

Ingredients: 1 8 inch tart pastry dough, in tart pan with removable sides1 large...

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Steak and Wild Mushroom Pies
Beef steaksMain dishSavory pies

Steak and Wild Mushroom Pies

Ingredients: 375 g fresh ready rolled puff pastry1 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons olive oil250 g...

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Baked Ziti and Roasted Veggies
CheeseMain dishPasta

Baked Ziti and Roasted Veggies

Ingredients: 1 lb eggplants, cubed1 large red onions, cubed2 yellow peppers, chopped1 tablespoon olive...

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Fish Cakes Fast and Simple
Lunch/snacksMain dishPotatoes

Fish Cakes Fast and Simple

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless fish fillets5 large potatoes3 tablespoons chopped onions2 eggs1 tablespoon watersalt...

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Elegant Steak
BeefMain dishMeat

Elegant Steak

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs round steaks1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 large onions, in 1/2-inch...

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Garlic Dijon Skirt Steak
BeefMain dishMeat

Garlic Dijon Skirt Steak

Ingredients: 2 -3 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon fresh lime juice1 (10...

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Confetti Chicken Bake
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Confetti Chicken Bake

Ingredients: 1 cup carrots, diced3/4 cup onions, chopped1/2 cup celery, diced1/4 cup chicken broth1...

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Jamaican Rubbed Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Jamaican Rubbed Chops

Ingredients: 4 pork chops, about 3/4-inch thick2 tablespoons brown sugar1 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon...

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So Easy Arroz Con Pollo (Spanish Chicken and Rice)
ChickenMain dishPoultry

So Easy Arroz Con Pollo (Spanish Chicken and Rice)

Ingredients: 3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes1/2 cup chopped...

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Sausage and Pumpkin Sauce with Pasta
Main dishPastaPork

Sausage and Pumpkin Sauce with Pasta

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 lb sweet Italian sausage links, skin removed4 cloves garlic,...

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CasserolesMain dishStews

Vegetable Hotpot

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs potatoes, peeled and diced2 1/2 lbs vegetables, chopped ( you...

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Grilled Chicken With Spicy Rub
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Grilled Chicken With Spicy Rub

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon coarsely-ground black pepper1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed2 teaspoons garlic powder1 1/2...

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Steak and Vegetable Stir-Fry
BeefMain dishVegetables

Steak and Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon cornstarch1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1 cup water1/4 cup soy sauce10 ounces...

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Main dishMeatPork

Spiced Baked Pork Dinner

Ingredients: 1/2 cup flour1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1 1/2 teaspoons ground mustard1 1/2 teaspoons...

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Mexican Jack Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Mexican Jack Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef ( may substitute ground turkey)1 cup chopped celery1...

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Cold Tuna or Chicken Macaroni Salad
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Cold Tuna or Chicken Macaroni Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise ( light or lowfat)3 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)1/4...

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Roasted Pork Loin With Rosemary
Main dishPorkPork loins

Roasted Pork Loin With Rosemary , Lavender and Garlic

Ingredients: 1 (2 3/4 lb) boneless pork loin1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary1/2 tablespoon lavender...

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Macaroni and Hot Dog Stuffed Bell Peppers
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Macaroni and Hot Dog Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 8 ounces macaroni ( cooked and drained)6 medium green bell peppers1 (3 ounce)...

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Ham and Beans
BeansMain dishOne Dish meal

Ham and Beans

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs dried pink beans or 2 1/2 lbs pinto beans2 tablespoons...

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Chicken Kebabs
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Kebabs

Ingredients: 3/4 cup low-sodium teriyaki sauce1/2 cup sliced green onions2 tablespoons peeled and grated...

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Chicken Marsala (Ww Recipe)
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Marsala (Ww Recipe)

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts,...

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Tuna Stuffed Tomatoes
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Tuna Stuffed Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) cans albacore tuna in water, drained4 sweet gherkins, chopped1/2 medium...

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Scalloped Potatoes With Canadian Bacon
CanadianMain dishOne Dish meal

Scalloped Potatoes With Canadian Bacon

Ingredients: 4 large baking potatoes, peeled and sliced thin1 medium onions, sliced very thin1...

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Mostaccioli Marinara With Basil
Main dishPastaPenne

Mostaccioli Marinara With Basil

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups mostaccioli pasta, uncooked (4 oz) or 1 1/2 cups penne...

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Tropical Curry Coconut Shrimp (Diabetic)
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Tropical Curry Coconut Shrimp (Diabetic)

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon peanut oil3 scallions, thinly sliced2 teaspoons curry powder1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2...

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Quick and Easy Stir-Fry Beef
Beef steaksMain dishOne Dish meal

Quick and Easy Stir-Fry Beef

Ingredients: 8 ounces flank steaks2 cups pea pods1 (8 ounce) cans sliced water chestnuts...

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Cheese Stuffed Crust Pizza
CheeseMain dishPizza

Cheese Stuffed Crust Pizza

Ingredients: 1 (13 7/8 ounce) cans refrigerated prepared pizza crust7 (1 ounce) mozzarella string...

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No-Bake Tuna Noodle Casserole - Midwest
CasserolesMain dishTuna

No-Bake Tuna Noodle Casserole – Midwest

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained1 (10 ounce) cans cream of...

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Chinese Macaroni
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Chinese Macaroni

Ingredients: 1 lb steak1 green bell peppers1 onions4 cups elbow macaroni1 (19 ounce) cans...

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Zucchini Sausage Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Zucchini Sausage Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 lb bulk Italian sausage1 large onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 (28 ounce)...

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Greek Macaroni Bake
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Greek Macaroni Bake

Ingredients: 3/4 lb ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions6 ounces tomato paste1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Italian Chicken Packets
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Italian Chicken Packets

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil6 chicken breasts, skinned and deboned2 cups mozzarella cheese, sliced3...

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Tortellini Pasta Salad With Shrimp
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Tortellini Pasta Salad With Shrimp

Ingredients: 9 ounces spinach tortellini2 small zucchini, cooked and sliced2 small tomatoes, cut into...

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Hearty Country Meatloaf with Sour Cream Gravy
BeefGround beefMain dish

Hearty Country Meatloaf with Sour Cream Gravy

Ingredients: 3 slices white bread1 cup milk2 tablespoons butter3/4 cup chopped mushrooms1 small onions,...

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Almost Vegetarian Vegetable Soup
Main dishSoups & stewsVegetables

Almost Vegetarian Vegetable Soup

Ingredients: 1/2 large yellow onions, chopped3 tablespoons butter2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth3...

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Cottage Cheese Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Cottage Cheese Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 cup cottage cheese ( I use no fat)1 eggs1/2...

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Meatball Subs (Crock Pot)
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Meatball Subs (Crock Pot)

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs2 tablespoons finely chopped onions or...

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Beef Chow Mein
BeefMain dishPasta

Beef Chow Mein

Ingredients: 3/4 lb bottom round steaks1 tablespoon soy sauce1 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon sugar8 mushrooms...

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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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Pan-fried Chicken with Bacon and Thyme Gravy
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Pan-fried Chicken with Bacon and Thyme Gravy

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 cup buttermilk3 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme8 teaspoons flour3...

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ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chili Chicken Pasta Topper

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cubed1 can Campbell’s Cream of...

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Yucatecan Grilled Pork
Main dishMeatPork

Yucatecan Grilled Pork

Ingredients: 2 cups lime juice12 garlic cloves, peeled and minced1 tablespoon coarse salt4 lbs...

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Trailer Trash Mixup
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Trailer Trash Mixup

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) boxes mushroom and onion flavored seasoned stuffing mix1 lb ground...

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