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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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Crabmeat Au Gratin
CrabMain dishShellfish

Crabmeat Au Gratin

Ingredients: 1 cup butter1 cup onions, chopped1 cup celery, chopped1/2 cup bell peppers, chopped1...

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Southwest Pasta
Main dishPastaPork

Southwest Pasta

Ingredients: 1 lb ground lean pork1/2 cup onions, chopped1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco...

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Pasta Skillet With Tomatoes and Beans
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

Pasta Skillet With Tomatoes and Beans

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil2 cups chopped tomatoes2 garlic cloves, minced3 cups hot cooked...

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BeefMain dishVegetables

Pan-Grilled Steak with Balsamic Peppers

Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) steaks2 teaspoons kosher salt1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper1/4 cup olive...

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Mo's Meatloaf
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Mo’s Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (7 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms ( and the liquid)1/2...

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Crispy  Frying  Batter
< 4 hours5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Crispy Frying Batter

Ingredients: 2 eggs, separated,whites set aside1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup lukewarm water1 tablespoon oil3/4 cup...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Grand Marnier

Ingredients: 3/4 cup Grand Marnier1 1/4 cups apricot jam3/4 cup distilled white vinegar3 tablespoons...

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Smothered Hot Dogs
BeefLunch/snacksMain dish

Smothered Hot Dogs

Ingredients: 1/2 small onions, minced1 (12 ounce) cans beer1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup chili...

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Dad's Salted Steak With (Or Without) Garlic
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Dad’s Salted Steak With (Or Without) Garlic

Ingredients: 1 steak, per serving your preferred cut and size ( defrosted if frozen,...

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Indian Chicken Kerali
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Indian Chicken Kerali

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon curry powder1/2 teaspoon red peppers1/4 teaspoon turmeric1/2 teaspoon...

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Casserole Supreme
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Casserole Supreme

Ingredients: 1 package frozen crescent dinner rolls, thawed1 lb ground chuck1 can tomatoes1 onions,...

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Hawaiian Pork Stir-Fry
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Hawaiian Pork Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 1/2 cup cider vinegar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup cornstarch1/4 cup...

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Filet Mignon With Chipotle Adobo Sauce
Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Filet Mignon With Chipotle Adobo Sauce

Ingredients: 1 -2 lb filet mignon steaks2 garlic cloves1 small onions1 tablespoon honey1 -2...

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Layered Cheesy Tuna and Zucchini Casserole
CasserolesMain dishTuna

Layered Cheesy Tuna and Zucchini Casserole

Ingredients: 2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans chunk tuna ( I use all white tuna,...

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French Quarter Shrimp Creole
Main dishShellfishShrimp

French Quarter Shrimp Creole

Ingredients: 1 onions, chopped1 green bell peppers, chopped2 stalks celery, chopped1 garlic cloves, minced1...

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Moroccan Greens
Main dishSide dishesYam/sweet potato

Moroccan Greens

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 small onions, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, crushed1 tablespoon fresh...

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King Ranch Chicken
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

King Ranch Chicken

Ingredients: 6 corn tortillascooked boneless chicken ( or use canned in a hurry)1 large...

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Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms With Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms With Salmon

Ingredients: 4 ounces cream cheese, softened6 ounces canned salmon, skin removed1/2 teaspoon alpine touch...

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Barbecued Turkey on a Bun
Lunch/snacksMain dishTurkey

Barbecued Turkey on a Bun

Ingredients: 1 small onions, chopped1/2 medium green peppers, chopped and seeded1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple...

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Emeril's Crab Imperial
CrabMain dishShellfish

Emeril’s Crab Imperial

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups lump crabmeat, picked over to remove any shell and cartilage1...

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Shrimp Scampi With Pasta Alfredo
Lunch/snacksMain dishShrimp

Shrimp Scampi With Pasta Alfredo

Ingredients: 1 lb raw shrimp, shelled and deveined2 tablespoons olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced1...

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Garlic Stuffed Sirloin
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Garlic Stuffed Sirloin

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup garlic, peeled and finely chopped1/2 cup green onions,...

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Wildfire Horseradish Crusted Pork Chops
Lunch/snacksMain dishPork

Wildfire Horseradish Crusted Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1/2-1 cup softened butter6 tablespoons prepared hot horseradish1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1 cup...

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Grilled Onion
Main dishPizzaVegetarian

Grilled Onion, Potato and Raclette Pizza

Ingredients: 1 pizza crusts, 10 inches in diameter, pre-baked4 potatoes2 onions, sliced2 garlic cloves,...

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Pork Chops With Cabbage and Apples
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops With Cabbage and Apples

Ingredients: 4 pork chops, cut 3/4 inches thick ( or 1-1/4 lbs total)1/2 cup...

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Mexican Tamale Pie
Main dishMexicanNorth american

Mexican Tamale Pie

Ingredients: 1 cup cornmeal2 cups water1/2 teaspoon salt1 onions, chopped1/2 cup red bell peppers1/2...

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Acapulco Margarita Grouper
Main dishSeafoodTex Mex

Acapulco Margarita Grouper

Ingredients: 4 grouper fillets1/3 cup tequila1/2 cup triple sec3/4 cup lime juice1 teaspoon sea...

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Zesty Chicken Oregano
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Zesty Chicken Oregano

Ingredients: 2 1/2-3 lbs chicken, cut up1/2 cup olive oil or 1/2 cup vegetable...

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Easy Ham and Bean Soup
BeansMain dishSoups & stews

Easy Ham and Bean Soup

Ingredients: 2 (16 ounce) cans navy beans, rinsed and drained3 ounces diced lean ham1...

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Bean Stew with Tequila Salsa
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Bean Stew with Tequila Salsa

Ingredients: 2 (13 ounce) cans cannellini beans1 (13 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes8 cloves garlic,...

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Curried Pork Stew
Main dishPorkStews

Curried Pork Stew

Ingredients: 2 lbs pork tenderloins, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes ( can use...

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Beef Stew with Cuban Coffee Gravy
Lunch/snacksMain dishStews

Beef Stew with Cuban Coffee Gravy

Ingredients: 1 lb boned rump roast1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper1...

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Caesar Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Caesar Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1/4 cup flour1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning1/2 cup creamy caesar salad dressing4 pork loin...

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David's Taco Salad
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

David’s Taco Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beeftaco seasoning1 cup grated cheese2 cups chopped lettucesour creamsalsa1/2 bag...

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FishMain dishStews

Fish Stew

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine1 large onions, chopped1 clove garlic, crushed...

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Betty Mayfield's Beef Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Betty Mayfield’s Beef Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons sugar1 (16 ounce) cans tomatoes, diced1...

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Perogies Casserole - Meal in One
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Perogies Casserole – Meal in One

Ingredients: 1 kg potato & cheese pierogies ( cheddar)1 1/2 cups baby carrots, cleaned1...

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Burger of the Gods
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Burger of the Gods

Ingredients: 8 ounces chuck, trimmed,cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes8 ounces sirloin, trimmed,cut into...

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West Coast Whitebait Patties
AppetizersFishMain dish

West Coast Whitebait Patties

Ingredients: 3 eggs, beaten1/2 cup milk3/4 cup flour1/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking powder500 g...

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Maple Glazed Pork Tenderloin
Main dishPorkPork loins

Maple Glazed Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 2 (3/4 lb) pork tenderloins3/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1 teaspoon butter1/4 cup maple syrup3...

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Fragrant Salmon and Sesame Corn Salad
Main dishSaladsSalmon

Fragrant Salmon and Sesame Corn Salad

Ingredients: 2 salmon fillets1 -2 tablespoon sesame seeds2 ears cornrucola (arugula) or watercress2 sliced...

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Orange Teriyaki-Glazed Chicken
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Orange Teriyaki-Glazed Chicken

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 cup fresh orange juice, plus3 strips orange zest1/2...

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Poor Mans Pieroghi
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Poor Mans Pieroghi

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages lasagna noodles3 -4 lbs potatoes, peeled2 lbs cheddar cheese3/4...

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Braised Chicken in Rosemary White Wine Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Braised Chicken in Rosemary White Wine Sauce

Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken, cut into 8 pieces1 large onions, chopped1/4 cup olive oil2...

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Cheddar Hash Bake
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Cheddar Hash Bake

Ingredients: 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil1/2 medium green bell peppers, chopped1/2 medium yellow onions,...

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Mandarin Turkey Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Mandarin Turkey Salad

Ingredients: 4 cups cooked turkey, cut in bite-sized pieces1 (8 ounce) cans water chestnuts,...

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Seashell Shrimp Salad
Main dishSaladsShrimp

Seashell Shrimp Salad

Ingredients: 8 ounces shell pasta1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix8 ounces small shrimp,...

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Sauteed Chicken Breast With Clover Honey and Chili
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Sauteed Chicken Breast With Clover Honey and Chili

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced thin stripssalt, to tastefresh ground black...

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Spiced Pork Loin Steaks With Prunes
Main dishMeatPork

Spiced Pork Loin Steaks With Prunes

Ingredients: 2 large onions6 pork loin steaks3 tablespoons seasoned flour2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons...

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Pepper-crusted Beef Tenderloin With Horseradish Sauce
Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Pepper-crusted Beef Tenderloin With Horseradish Sauce

Ingredients: 4 lbs beef tenderloin1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil3 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs3 tablespoons fresh...

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Grilled  Burgers With Horseradish and Cheese
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Grilled Burgers With Horseradish and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground chuck1/2 cup prepared horseradish1/4 cup minced yellow onionssalt & freshly...

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Hot Honey Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Hot Honey Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 cup honey1/4 cup hot pepper sauce1 teaspoon ground black pepper4 chicken breasts...

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CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Manicotti Cum Laude

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages manicotti, uncooked1 lb bulk Italian sausage1/2 cup chopped onions2...

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Shallot Burgers With Mustard-barbecue Sauce
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Shallot Burgers With Mustard-barbecue Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter4 shallots, finely sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1 lb lean ground beef...

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Orange-Dijon Garlic Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Orange-Dijon Garlic Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon garlic2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup...

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Balsamic Rib-Eye Steak With Bleu Cheese Sauce
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Balsamic Rib-Eye Steak With Bleu Cheese Sauce

Ingredients: 1 cup balsamic vinegar1/4 cup red wine ( merlot is nice in this)1...

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BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Karen’s Swiss Steak (Stove Top, Crock Pot or Oven)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs beef round steak, cut 3/4 inch thick3 tablespoons flour1 teaspoon...

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Tonkatsu (Japanese Pork Cutlet)
Main dishPorkPork chops

Tonkatsu (Japanese Pork Cutlet)

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops, 1/2 inch thick ( I have also used boneless...

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Scalloped Oysters
Main dishSeafoodShellfish

Scalloped Oysters

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) containers fresh standard oysters2 cups saltine crumbs3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Stove Top Chicken in Mustard Sauce
Chicken breastLunch/snacksMain dish

Stove Top Chicken in Mustard Sauce

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 -2 tablespoon olive oil ( will depend on...

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