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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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Pumpkin Pork Stew
Main dishSoups & stewsStews

Pumpkin Pork Stew

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium onions, finely chopped1 garlic cloves, peeled and finely...

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Basil Lamb Casserole
CasserolesElbow macaroniMain dish

Basil Lamb Casserole

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 yellow onions, chopped2 lbs ground lamb1/2 cup fresh mint...

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Deep Fried Tofu with Peanut Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Deep Fried Tofu with Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb tofu2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped1 coriander leaves, coarsely chopped ( if...

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Chicken breastLunch/snacksMain dish

Basil Cashew Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked chicken breasts or 1 cup turkey breast, cut into chunks1...

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Fettuccine With Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
Main dishPastaSide dishes

Fettuccine With Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons pesto sauce1 cup drained sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, diced3/4 lb...

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Meatless
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Meatless, Microwave, Spaghetti Pie

Ingredients: 3 cups leftover cooked spaghetti1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1/4 cup shredded romano cheese1/2...

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Country-Fried Chicken with Gravy
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Country-Fried Chicken with Gravy

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper3/4...

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Debbie's Spanish Rice
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Debbie’s Spanish Rice

Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) cans green chilies3 cups rice, cooked and cooled1 medium onions,...

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Rigatoni With Chicken and Three Pepper Sauces
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Rigatoni With Chicken and Three Pepper Sauces

Ingredients: 1/2 lb rigatoni pasta or 1/2 lb other penne pasta, uncooked2 tablespoons olive...

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Starry Night Taco Cups
< 60 minsFor large groupsMain dish

Starry Night Taco Cups

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions1/4 cup salsa1/4 cup ketchup1 tablespoon chili...

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Big Biscuit Barbecues
< 30 minsMain dishOne Dish meal

Big Biscuit Barbecues

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/4 cup chopped onions1/2 cup kraft barbecue sauce10 ounces Hungry...

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Meal in a Spud
Main dishPotatoesVegetables

Meal in a Spud

Ingredients: 4 large baking potatoes1 1/2 cups cooked chopped ham1 cup cooked chopped broccoli2...

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Pork Chops and Potatoes in Mushroom Sauce
Main dishMeatPork

Pork Chops and Potatoes in Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients: 4 pork chops4 potatoes, sliced thin1/4 cup onions1 can condensed golden mushroom soup1...

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the new grilled cheese
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

the new grilled cheese

Ingredients: 3 -4 slices American cheese2 soft taco-size flour tortillas2 tablespoons butter Directions: butter...

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Main dishNorth americanVegetables

Vegetarian Artichoke Fajitas

Ingredients: 1 large onions, sliced and quartered1 (7 ounce) cans whole green chilies, sliced...

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Sarita's Chicken Tortilla Soup -Muy Bueno!
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Sarita’s Chicken Tortilla Soup -Muy Bueno!

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon chopped garlic2 chicken breasts ( shredded)4 (14 1/2...

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Lasagna with Zucchini Noodles
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Lasagna with Zucchini Noodles

Ingredients: 3/4 lb beef1/2 cup choopped onions1 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce1/2 teaspoon dried...

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Ginger Shrimp and Pea Pod Stir Fry
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Ginger Shrimp and Pea Pod Stir Fry

Ingredients: 1 lb jumbo shrimp, peeled and de-veined2 green onions1 cup chicken broth1 tablespoon...

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Low Carb Pasta
Main dishPastarice and grains

Low Carb Pasta

Ingredients: 1/2 cup soy flour1/2 cup protein powder1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt1/2...

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Creamy Roast Veggie Pasta
Main dishPastaPotatoes

Creamy Roast Veggie Pasta

Ingredients: olive oil2 crushed garlic cloves375 ml evaporated low-fat milk ( I use Carnation...

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King Ranch Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

King Ranch Casserole

Ingredients: 1 can cream of mushroom soup1 can cream of chicken soup1 (10 ounce)...

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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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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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Dodie's Classic Bake
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Dodie’s Classic Bake

Ingredients: 1 lb penne, rigota cooked according to package1 lb bulk Italian sausage, cooked...

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Gingered Lemon Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Gingered Lemon Chicken

Ingredients: 2 cups broccoli florets1 tablespoon oil12 ounces boneless chicken breast halves, cut into...

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Salmon With Pesto Crust
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon With Pesto Crust

Ingredients: 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs1 lemons, juice and rind of3 tablespoons olive oil4 tablespoons...

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Peruvian Chicken with Spicy Rice
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Peruvian Chicken with Spicy Rice

Ingredients: 8 pieces chicken1/2 cup oil1 onions, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced1 hot pepper, chopped...

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Junior League Barbecued Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Junior League Barbecued Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts, split1/2 cup dry sherry1/4 cup soy sauce2 garlic cloves,...

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Oyster Stew
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Oyster Stew

Ingredients: 1 quart whole milk1 quart half-and-half2 pints oysters ( w/ Liquor)1/8-1/4 cup lightly-salted...

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The Best-Ever Potato Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

The Best-Ever Potato Soup

Ingredients: 1 stalk celery, chopped1 carrots, finely chopped1 small onions, chopped1 tablespoon dried parsley1...

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Jerk Snapper
FishMain dishSaltwater fish

Jerk Snapper

Ingredients: 1 lb red snapper fillets or 1 lb any firm light-fleshed fish1 lemons,...

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Boureki
EuropeanGreekMain dish

Boureki

Ingredients: 3 1/2 lbs large eggplants, unpeeled2 1/4 lbs potatoes, unpeeled1 lb sour mizithra...

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Crock Pot Chicken Chow Mein
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Crock Pot Chicken Chow Mein

Ingredients: 6 skinless chicken thighs6 ounces mushrooms, sliced1 onions, sliced3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup...

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Pork Chops With Raspberry Glaze
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops With Raspberry Glaze

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon butter4 -5 boneless pork chops, 3/4 inch thick1/2 cup seedless raspberry...

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Luby's Cafeteria Baked White Fish
FishMain dishSeafood

Luby’s Cafeteria Baked White Fish

Ingredients: 8 (6 ounce) skinless white fish fillets ( cod, haddock, or other fish...

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Chesapeake Crab Strata
CrabMain dishShellfish

Chesapeake Crab Strata

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine2 cups unseasoned croutons1 cup shredded cheddar...

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Spinach and Bacon Quiche
CheeseMain dishSavory pies

Spinach and Bacon Quiche

Ingredients: 6 large eggs, beaten1 1/2 cups heavy creamsalt, to tastefreshly ground fresh coarse...

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Italian Zucchini Pie
CheeseEggsMain dish

Italian Zucchini Pie

Ingredients: 4 cups sliced zucchini1 cup chopped onions1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1/4...

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Shrimp Calzones
BreadsLunch/snacksMain dish

Shrimp Calzones

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages prepared pizza crust1/3 cup Italian-style tomato paste1 tablespoon water1/4...

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Egyptian Rice  -  T-R-L
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Egyptian Rice – T-R-L

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chuck1 small onions, chopped2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans beef consomme2...

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Pizza on Pitas
Lunch/snacksMain dishPizza

Pizza on Pitas

Ingredients: 1 large pita bread1 teaspoon olive oil1/4 cup chopped and seeded tomatoes1/4 teaspoon...

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Rice Pilaf with Raisins and Tomatoes
Lunch/snacksMain dishWhite rice

Rice Pilaf with Raisins and Tomatoes

Ingredients: 2 cups chicken stock1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup chopped onions1 clove...

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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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Brie and Green Chilie Sauce for Pasta
Main dishPastarice and grains

Brie and Green Chilie Sauce for Pasta

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon minced shallots1 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup chicken stock or...

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Mushroom and Chilli Pasta
ItalianMain dishPasta

Mushroom and Chilli Pasta

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil500 g button mushrooms, sliced thinly2 large chilies, finely sliced1...

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30 Minute One Pan Chicken Meal
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

30 Minute One Pan Chicken Meal

Ingredients: 1 medium onions, sliced4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2...

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Smashed Sweet Potatoes
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Smashed Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes3 bananas1 1/2 cups milk1/2 cup apple juice3 tablespoons honey1...

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Layered Chicken Enchilada Casserole
CasserolesChicken breastMain dish

Layered Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil ( or vegetable)1 medium sweet onions, chopped1 garlic cloves,...

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Spanish Chicken Casserole
CasserolesMain dishStews

Spanish Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 750 g diced chicken1/2-1 chorizo sausagesolive oil ( for frying)1 red capsicums, diced1...

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Terri's (Almost) Famous Clean-Out-The-Veggie-Drawer Pasta Primav
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Terri’s (Almost) Famous Clean-Out-The-Veggie-Drawer Pasta Primav

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil3/4 lb boneless chicken breasts, diced (optional)4 tablespoons butter4 garlic...

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South of the Border Egg Casserole
CasserolesCheeseMain dish

South of the Border Egg Casserole

Ingredients: 6 large eggs8 -10 white corn tortillas, divided8 ounces green chili sauce, divided3...

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Italian Escape Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Italian Escape Casserole

Ingredients: 2 cups zucchini, sliced lengthwise1 cup lean ground beef1/2 cup onions, chopped1/4 cup...

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Easy Shrimp Alfredo
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Easy Shrimp Alfredo

Ingredients: 1 box fettuccine, cooked as directed1 lb raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined1/4...

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Risotto Primavera
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Risotto Primavera

Ingredients: 1/2 lb thin asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces2 medium carrots, scraped...

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Grilled Orange Maple Mustard Pork Chops (Bbq)
Main dishPorkPork chops

Grilled Orange Maple Mustard Pork Chops (Bbq)

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops, 1-inch thick3 tablespoons dijon-style mustard2 tablespoons maple syrup2 tablespoons...

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Steak-Lovers' Leftovers (Sandwiches)
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Steak-Lovers’ Leftovers (Sandwiches)

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for bread1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup thinly-sliced...

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Chicken Salad With Green Grapes and Toasted Almonds
FruitMain dishSalads

Chicken Salad With Green Grapes and Toasted Almonds

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups cooked chicken, chopped and chilled1 cup celery, chopped1 cup green...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Tikka Masala

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

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Double Salsa Burgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Double Salsa Burgers

Ingredients: 1 large tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped1/2 cup finely chopped green sweet peppers1/4...

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Hearty Lasagna (Low Fat)
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Hearty Lasagna (Low Fat)

Ingredients: vegetable oil cooking spray1 cup chopped onions3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup chopped fresh...

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