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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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Mum's Monday Macaroni
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Mum’s Monday Macaroni

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup chopped onions1 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 (19 ounce)...

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New Orleans Barbecued Shrimp
Main dishShellfishShrimp

New Orleans Barbecued Shrimp

Ingredients: 3 slices bacon, diced1/2 lb butter or 1/2 lb margarine2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1...

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ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Maine Gold Chicken

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breastssalt and pepper2 tablespoons olive oil3 tablespoons fresh...

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Chicken With Orange-Soy Salsa (Light)
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken With Orange-Soy Salsa (Light)

Ingredients: 6 small chicken breasts, cut in small pieces3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 teaspoons vegetable...

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Fettuccine Boscaiola
Main dishPastarice and grains

Fettuccine Boscaiola

Ingredients: cooking spray4 slices bacon, cut into small pieces1 brown onions, chopped finely1 -2...

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Burrito Bake
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Burrito Bake

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef, browned1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning1 (16 ounce)...

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Chicken with Dried Cherry Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken with Dried Cherry Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup flour1/2 teaspoon salt4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 teaspoon butter1/2 cup...

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Smoky cheese and chicken quesadillas with guacamole
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Smoky cheese and chicken quesadillas with guacamole

Ingredients: 3 cups grated smoked mozzarella cheese3 cups cooked chicken, shredded1/2 cup chopped fresh...

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Spinach and Ricotta Pie
BreakfastLunch/snacksMain dish

Spinach and Ricotta Pie

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese or 1/2...

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Cracker Barrel Macaroni and Cheese
CheeseMain dishPasta

Cracker Barrel Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons flour1 cup low sodium chicken broth1/2 cup cream2 1/2...

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Steak Fajitas With Mango Salsa
BeefMain dishMeat

Steak Fajitas With Mango Salsa

Ingredients: 1/4 cup vegetable oil1 tablespoon red wine vinegar2 tablespoons lemon juice ( use...

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Texas Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Texas Soup

Ingredients: 32 ounces bloody mary mix2 quarts water1 can Rotel tomatoes & chilies1 package...

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Ziti With Sausage and Broccoli
Main dishPastaPenne

Ziti With Sausage and Broccoli

Ingredients: 1 lb Italian sausage, cut into 1/2 inch slices2 garlic cloves, crushed1/2 teaspoon...

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30-Minute Garlic Chicken With Potatoes
ChickenMain dishPotatoes

30-Minute Garlic Chicken With Potatoes

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts1 lb red potatoes, quartered4 large garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon paprika1...

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Traditional Hungarian Beef Goulash Stew
BeefMain dishStews

Traditional Hungarian Beef Goulash Stew

Ingredients: 800 g diced beef2 tablespoons oil3 onions, diced finely1 tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika3...

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Red Snapper With Lemon Butter
FishMain dishSeafood

Red Snapper With Lemon Butter

Ingredients: 3 lbs red snapper filletsfloursalt and pepper1/4 cup vegetable oil4 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons...

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Herbed Barbecued Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Herbed Barbecued Chicken

Ingredients: 4 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons reduced sodium...

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Spicy Italian Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Spicy Italian Chicken

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil8 pieces chicken breasts or 8 pieces chicken thighs1 medium...

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Cheese Potato Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOven

Cheese Potato Casserole

Ingredients: 6 medium potatoes1/3 cup chopped onions1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup melted...

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Crispy Crumbed Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Crispy Crumbed Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1/4 cup melted butter3/4-1 cup finely ground salted soda crackers, crumbs or 3/4-1...

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Sausage Stuffed Bell Peppers
Main dishPorkRice

Sausage Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 6 medium green bell peppers1 lb bulk sausage2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce2...

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Beef Taco Noodle Bake!
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Beef Taco Noodle Bake!

Ingredients: 8 ounces medium egg noodles, cooked and drained1 lb ground beef, cooked, drained1/2...

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Kelly's Southwestern Beef Stew
Main dishSoups & stewsStews

Kelly’s Southwestern Beef Stew

Ingredients: 2 1/2-3 lbs chuck roast (trim fat as necessary) or 2 1/2-3 lbs...

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Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad
Main dishPenneSalads

Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) bags fresh spinach8 ounces asiago cheese, grated5 -6 ounces chopped...

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Beef Quesadillas
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Beef Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup refried beans1 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies,...

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Tuscan Salmon
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalmon

Tuscan Salmon

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dry mustard1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper4...

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Quickie Pasta Bake
CheeseMain dishPasta

Quickie Pasta Bake

Ingredients: 1 lb pasta or 1 lb penne or 1 lb rotini pasta or...

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Caesar Crusted Crispy Chicken Strips
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Caesar Crusted Crispy Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 3/4 cup creamy caesar salad dressing, divided1/4 cup buttermilk1/2 teaspoon sea salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Sarah's Turkey Sloppy Joes
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Sarah’s Turkey Sloppy Joes

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 1/3 lbs ground turkey1/2 red onions1/2 red bell peppers1...

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CasserolesChickenMain dish

Toasted’s Favorite Chicken

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breastsAunt Jane’s Krazy Mixed Up Saltolive oil1 medium onions1...

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Creamy Wild Rice and Chicken Bake
ChickenMain dishSide dishes

Creamy Wild Rice and Chicken Bake

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) packages long grain and wild rice blend ( I use...

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Sesame Crusted Tuna Steaks With Balsamic Sauce
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Sesame Crusted Tuna Steaks With Balsamic Sauce

Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) tuna steaks ( room temperature)1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon fresh ground...

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Hot Dog Bean Balls
CheeseLunch/snacksMain dish

Hot Dog Bean Balls

Ingredients: 1/3 cup refried beans1 1/4 cups beef hot dogs, cooked and chopped (...

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Buttermilk Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Buttermilk Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 6 eggs3 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 1/2 cups buttermilk1/2 cup butter, melted1...

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Chicken Kebabs with Herb Potato Salad
ChickenMain dishPotatoes

Chicken Kebabs with Herb Potato Salad

Ingredients: 6 skinless chicken breasts2 cloves garlic, minced2 sprigs thyme1 lemons, juiced3 tablespoons olive...

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Guinness Pork Chops in Gravy
Eggs/dairyMain dishPork

Guinness Pork Chops in Gravy

Ingredients: 8 pork chops ( 1 inch thick)salt & freshly ground black pepperall-purpose flour1...

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Beef in Tomato-Wine Sauce
BeefMain dishMeat

Beef in Tomato-Wine Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltfresh ground black pepper, to taste2 lbs round...

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Broiled Steak with Shallot Butter
Beef steaksLunch/snacksMain dish

Broiled Steak with Shallot Butter

Ingredients: 4 (8 ounce) steaksoil1 ounce butter1 teaspoon white wine vinegar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce...

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Unemployment potatoes
Main dishPotatoesVegetables

Unemployment potatoes

Ingredients: 1 lb potatoes1 tablespoon oilsaltpepperpaprika, garlic powder,cumin,etc to taste Directions: Preheat oven to...

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Very Easy Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishPasta

Very Easy Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 lb Italian sausage 3 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided 1 1/2...

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Chicken Fajita Casserole
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Chicken Fajita Casserole

Ingredients: 3 boneless chicken breasts1 small white onions or 1 small yellow onions, chopped1...

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Cordon Bleu Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Cordon Bleu Casserole

Ingredients: 6 slices white bread (your choice) or 6 slices whole wheat bread (...

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Leftover Steak Sandwich With Onions and Mushrooms
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Leftover Steak Sandwich With Onions and Mushrooms

Ingredients: 2 onions, sliced2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons oil1 lb white button mushrooms, sliced2 tablespoons...

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Tuna Pita
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Tuna Pita

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water2 celery ribs, chopped2 green onions, thinly...

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Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Baked Tuna and Zucchini Risotto

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 onions, finely chopped200 g arborio rice375 ml...

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Easy
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Easy, Healthy Baked Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 2 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup chicken broth1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/4...

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Caramelized Onion Burgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Caramelized Onion Burgers

Ingredients: 4 medium onions, sliced2 teaspoons sugar2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 cup water1 tablespoon balsamic...

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Beef Keema
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef Keema

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil1 large onions, chopped3 cloves fresh garlic, chopped1 tablespoon fresh ginger,...

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Chicken With Tomatillos and Cilantro
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken With Tomatillos and Cilantro

Ingredients: 1 lb tomatillos, husked1 1/2 lbs skinless chicken, cut in approximately 2 inch...

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Savory Stuffed Pork Chops Au Jus
Main dishPorkPork chops

Savory Stuffed Pork Chops Au Jus

Ingredients: 2 thick-cut pork chops1/2 cup dried breadcrumbs1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar1/4 teaspoon black pepper,...

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Mexican Party Casserole
BeansCasserolesMain dish

Mexican Party Casserole

Ingredients: 48 ounces refried beans20 ounces tortilla chips1 bunch fresh cilantro1 (15 ounce) cans...

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Greek Shrimp
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Greek Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon garlic, minced16 large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined1...

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Champagne Shrimp and Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Champagne Shrimp and Pasta

Ingredients: 8 ounces angel hair pasta1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 cup sliced fresh...

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Chicken With Peppers and Onions
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken With Peppers and Onions

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 teaspoon garlic salt2 green bell peppers, sliced into...

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Lemon-Chicken Stir Fry
ChickenMain dishPasta

Lemon-Chicken Stir Fry

Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 lb boneless skinless chicken...

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Bombay Kidney Beans
BeansLow proteinMain dish

Bombay Kidney Beans

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained ( or use 2...

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White Pesto Pizza
Main dishOne Dish mealPizza

White Pesto Pizza

Ingredients: 1 cup parsley, chopped1 cup basil, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced4 teaspoons olive oil2...

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Steak Sauce London Broil
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Steak Sauce London Broil

Ingredients: 3/4 cup A-1 Steak Sauce1 1/2 lbs top round london broil beef or...

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Crustless Potato Quiche
Main dishPotatoesVegetables

Crustless Potato Quiche

Ingredients: 5 eggs, beaten3 cups frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1...

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Marinated Grilled Flank Steak
BeefMain dishMeat

Marinated Grilled Flank Steak

Ingredients: flank steaks ( size of your choice)1/2 cup white wine ( or white...

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