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HomeHealthy Recipes

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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Honolulu Skillet Beans
Main dishPineappleTropical fruits

Honolulu Skillet Beans

Ingredients: 1 large onions, finely chopped1 teaspoon vegetable oil4 cups cooked small firm beans1...

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Jeff's "ultimate" Meatballs
BeefGround beefMain dish

Jeff’s “ultimate” Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef ( round is good, sirloin better)1 lb ground...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Gyros (as close as you can get without the spit!)

Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry red wine2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons minced garlic1/2 teaspoon dried...

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Crusted Baked Chicken With Tarragon Cream Sauce
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Crusted Baked Chicken With Tarragon Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves or 3 boneless skinless chicken thighs1/4 cup...

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Schweinsteak - Grilled Pork Filets
Main dishMeatPork

Schweinsteak – Grilled Pork Filets

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork filets, tenderized ( about 1/2″ thick)3 tablespoons gourmet wine vinegarto...

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Quick Scampi with Cream Sauce
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Quick Scampi with Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 8 large shrimp, peeledflour, for dusting1 tablespoon olive oil1 clove garlic, crushed1 clove...

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CasserolesMain dishTurkey

Beef and Tater Bake

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef ( or turkey or venison)1 cup soft breadcrumbs1...

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Chicken Stew with Cornmeal Dumplings
ChickenMain dishStews

Chicken Stew with Cornmeal Dumplings

Ingredients: 3 1/2-4 lbs chicken, cut up and skin removed4 cups chicken stock1 bay...

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Pasta with Mushroom Garlic Sauce
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Pasta with Mushroom Garlic Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb linguine, cooked ala dente,drain6 tablespoons butter10 cloves garlic, minced6 cups mushrooms,...

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Soupy Mushroom Meatballs
BeefGround beefMain dish

Soupy Mushroom Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 eggs1/3 cup breadcrumbs1/2 cup tomato sauce, separated1 can mushroom...

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Broccoli Tofu Divan
BroccoliMain dishSoy/tofu

Broccoli Tofu Divan

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages frozen broccoli florets12 ounces tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes...

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Chicken Asparagus Pie
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Chicken Asparagus Pie

Ingredients: 2 carrots, peeled and diced8 boiling onions or 8 white pearl onions, peeled1/4...

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Rhubarb Pork Chops
FruitMain dishPork

Rhubarb Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 pork chops2 tablespoons minced onions1 clove garlic, minced1 teaspoon vegetable oil1 teaspoon...

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Ground Beef and Pasta Casserole With a Twist
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Ground Beef and Pasta Casserole With a Twist

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 onions1 -2 garlic cloves ( minced)1 (14 ounce) tomato...

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Turkey-Pasta Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Turkey-Pasta Pie

Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground turkey1/4 cup diced onions1 (8 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes1 (8...

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Tostada Grande
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Tostada Grande

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef2 tablespoons taco seasoning or 2 tablespoons chili seasoning...

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Pasta Margherita
Main dishOnionsPasta

Pasta Margherita

Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta1/2 cup chopped fresh basil1/4 cup chopped green...

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Tuna Stuffed Pasta Shells
Main dishOne Dish mealTuna

Tuna Stuffed Pasta Shells

Ingredients: 18 large pasta shells1 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained1 cup fresh...

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Ginger Garlic  Beef Stir-Fry
BeefMain dishVegetables

Ginger Garlic Beef Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 1 lb sirloin (sliced into narrow strips) or 1 lb flank steaks (...

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Turkey and Cranberry Pie
Main dishSavory piesTurkey

Turkey and Cranberry Pie

Ingredients: 1 9 inch deep pie shells1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 cup shredded swiss cheese1...

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Heart Healthy Pizza Topping
CheeseMain dishPizza

Heart Healthy Pizza Topping

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans low-sodium tomato paste1/4 cup water1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed1/2...

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Whole Wheat Macaroni and Cheese With Ham
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Whole Wheat Macaroni and Cheese With Ham

Ingredients: 8 ounces whole wheat elbow macaroni1 (8 ounce) cans cheddar cheese soup3/4 cup...

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Spiced Chicken and Sweet Potatoes
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Spiced Chicken and Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon caraway seeds, crushed2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon cumin seeds, crushed1 teaspoon...

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Pizza Dump
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Pizza Dump

Ingredients: 1 lb rigatoni pasta2 lbs ground beef1 large green peppers, chopped1 large onions,...

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Kelly's Chicken Fajitas
Main dishMexicanNorth american

Kelly’s Chicken Fajitas

Ingredients: 4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into good-sized strips1 green bell peppers,...

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Penne in Vodka Sauce
Main dishPastaPenne

Penne in Vodka Sauce

Ingredients: 8 ounces penne pasta, cooked2 tablespoons olive oil3 slices prosciutto, chopped1 clove garlic,...

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Moroccan Chicken With Almond Couscous
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Moroccan Chicken With Almond Couscous

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground coriander1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon...

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Beef and Tater Tot Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef and Tater Tot Casserole

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef1 1/2 tablespoons onion soup mix1 (10 1/2...

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California-style Enchiladas
ChickenMain dishPoultry

California-style Enchiladas

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil1 onions, chopped1 clove garlic, chopped1/2 lb white mushrooms, chopped1/2 lb...

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Pork and Macaroni Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Pork and Macaroni Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) boxes tri-color spiral pasta ( or any macaroni)1 cup cooked...

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Best Ever Potato Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Best Ever Potato Soup

Ingredients: 10 cups water4 tablespoons ham soup base2 cups diced cooked ham1 3/4 cups...

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Zucchini and Tomato Hominy Harmony
Main dishSide dishesSquash

Zucchini and Tomato Hominy Harmony

Ingredients: 1/4 cup chopped onions2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine or 2 tablespoons...

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Lasagna Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Lasagna Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chuck1 medium onions, chopped1 (20 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce1 cup...

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Lemon Pepper Chicken Stew
Main dishStewsVegetables

Lemon Pepper Chicken Stew

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil4 -5 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut1 (10 ounce) packages lemon...

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The Best Chicken Saltimbocca
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

The Best Chicken Saltimbocca

Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts ( lightly pounded to an even...

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Patrick's Fast and Delicious Beefsteak Tips and Noodles
Beef steaksMain dishOne Dish meal

Patrick’s Fast and Delicious Beefsteak Tips and Noodles

Ingredients: 1 lb wide egg noodles, dry1 1/2 lbs New York strip steaks, all...

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Grilled Shrimp with Citrus Pasta
LemonMain dishShrimp

Grilled Shrimp with Citrus Pasta

Ingredients: 20 medium shrimp, shelled and deviened5 wooden skewers, soaked1 tablespoon lemon pepper1 cup...

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Sunday Fried Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Sunday Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 2 cups unbleached flour1 cup cornmeal3 tablespoons dry mustard3 tablespoons sweet paprika2 tablespoons...

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Shrimp Taco Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Shrimp Taco Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined1 envelope taco seasoning, divided1/2 cup...

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Healthy Pork on the BBQ
Main dishMeatPork

Healthy Pork on the BBQ

Ingredients: 1/2 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or 1/2 teaspoon...

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Sesame Beef Spinach and Broccoli
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Sesame Beef Spinach and Broccoli

Ingredients: beef stew meat, cut into strips1/2 bunch broccoli, cut leaving stems1 clove garlic,...

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Steve's World-Best Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Steve’s World-Best Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2-2 lbs ground beef1 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/2 cup ketchup1 large onions,...

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Cajun Salmon Fillets
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Cajun Salmon Fillets

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon paprika3/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried...

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Grilled Stuffed Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Grilled Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts1 red peppers, chopped8 -10 green onions, white part only,chopped4 cloves...

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Chicken Pot Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Chicken Pot Pie

Ingredients: 1 (3 -4 lb) broiler-fryer chickens, cut up1 (20 ounce) packages frozen mixed...

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BBQ Pork Chop
Main dishPorkPork chops

BBQ Pork Chop

Ingredients: 1 pork chops1 slice cheese ( ie dairylea or Kraft singles)ready made barbecue...

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Beef Tenderloin Steak With Mushrooms and Madeira
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Beef Tenderloin Steak With Mushrooms and Madeira

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons olive oil14 ounces white button mushrooms, sliced ( can...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Veronique

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil, if the pan is...

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Butternut Squash Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishPasta

Butternut Squash Lasagna

Ingredients: 2 (12 ounce) packages frozen butternut squash puree, thawed or 4 cups pureed...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Rogan Josh

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes1/2 cup plain...

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Asian Noodle Stir Fry
< 30 minsAsianMain dish

Asian Noodle Stir Fry

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sweet-hot mustard1/4 cup tamari ( dark soy sauce)1/2 cup vegetable stock...

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BeefMain dishMeat

Hearty Chili-Roni

Ingredients: 1 package chili seasoning mix1 lb ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions1/2 cup chopped...

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Potato and Bacon Stew from Florence (patate Stufate Con Pancetta
Main dishPotatoesStews

Potato and Bacon Stew from Florence (patate Stufate Con Pancetta

Ingredients: 1 lb potatoes3 1/2 ounces bacon, chopped1/2 onions2 cups beef broth, preferably homemade1...

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Chicken Mushroom Stuffed Bell Peppers
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Mushroom Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 2 large green bell peppers, halved from stem to blossom end and seeded,...

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Cheesy Mustard Steaks
BeefMain dishMeat

Cheesy Mustard Steaks

Ingredients: 4 -6 beef eye steaks2 cups grated swiss cheese2 tablespoons seeded mustard4 spring...

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Maple Glazed Pork Roast With Sweet Potatoes
Main dishMeatPork

Maple Glazed Pork Roast With Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients: 4 lbs boneless pork loin roast4 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 cup pure maple...

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Filet Mignon With Whiskey Cream Sauce
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Filet Mignon With Whiskey Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 2 (1/2 lb) beef tenderloin steaks ( about 1 pound total)salt1 tablespoon cracked...

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Turkey Enchiladas---A Little Lighter Version
Main dishOne Dish mealTurkey

Turkey Enchiladas—A Little Lighter Version

Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground turkey1/2 cup green peppers, chopped1/2 cup red peppers, chopped2 cups...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) (And Corn) Casserole
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Eggplant (Aubergine) (And Corn) Casserole

Ingredients: 1 large eggplants1 (15 ounce) cans cream-style corn ( 2 cans if feeding...

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CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Cheesy Rosemary Turkey Bake

Ingredients: 6 cups cooked turkey, chopped1 cup mayonnaise ( not fat-free)1/4 cup slivered almonds3...

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