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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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Weiners on a Stick
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Weiners on a Stick

Ingredients: vegetable oil or shortening, for deep frying1 cup of your favourite barbecue sauce1...

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Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Persian Lamb and Chickpea Stew (Qormeh Sabzi)

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 1/2 lbs lamb shoulder, finely diced1 large onions, chopped1/2...

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chicken swiss casserole
< 60 minsCasserolesMain dish

chicken swiss casserole

Ingredients: 4 cups cubed cooked chicken ( approx)2 cups diced celery2 cups small seasoned...

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Thai Chicken with Ginger and Mushrooms - Gai King
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Thai Chicken with Ginger and Mushrooms – Gai King

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons peanut oil1 onions, cut into slivers6 cloves garlic, minced1 1/2 lbs...

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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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Chinese Vegetable Stir Fry
BroccoliMain dishVegetables

Chinese Vegetable Stir Fry

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil1 1/2 cups broccoli florets1 tablespoon water3/4 cup julienned carrots1...

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My Mother's Chicken and Potatoes With Special Touches
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

My Mother’s Chicken and Potatoes With Special Touches

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs chicken legs ( or you could use assorted pieces, bone-in)1/2...

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Salmon Rolls With Creamy Sauce
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon Rolls With Creamy Sauce

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese with garlic and herbs ( 200 grams)100...

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Penne and Spinach Bake
Main dishPastaPenne

Penne and Spinach Bake

Ingredients: 8 ounces penne pasta2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, divided1 cup chopped...

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Ham 'n Noodles Hot Dish
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Ham ‘n Noodles Hot Dish

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages medium noodles, cooked and drained2 cups cubed cooked ham2...

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Pecan-Crunch Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Pecan-Crunch Salmon

Ingredients: 4 (4 -6 ounce) salmon fillets1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons Dijon mustard2...

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Southwestern Bean Skillet
CheeseMain dishOne Dish meal

Southwestern Bean Skillet

Ingredients: 1 cup fresh corn kernels ( or frozen corn kernels)2 tablespoons chopped fresh...

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Barbecue Cola Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Barbecue Cola Chicken

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce2 tablespoons dried onion flakes1 (12 ounce) cans Coca-Cola12...

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Southwestern Pasta
Main dishPastarice and grains

Southwestern Pasta

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup half-and-half cream or 1/2 cup light cream4 tablespoons parmesan...

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Stir Fried Vegetables and Tofu in Black Bean Sauce
BeansMain dishSoy/tofu

Stir Fried Vegetables and Tofu in Black Bean Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb hokkien noodles300 g fresh firm tofu2 tablespoons peanut oil1 eggplants, cut...

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Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Shrimp, Pepper and Mango Kabobs in Ginger Marinade

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons minced ginger2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup rice wine vinegar1/2 cup lime...

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Baked Thai Style Fish
FishMain dishSaltwater fish

Baked Thai Style Fish

Ingredients: 1 (4 lb) fish, cleaned, whole, with head ( OR 6 large fish...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Fried Tofu

Ingredients: 1 (350 g) packages extra firm tofu3 tablespoons tamari or 3 tablespoons soya...

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Cheeseburger Pockets
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Cheeseburger Pockets

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 medium onions, chopped ( 1/2 cup)1/4 cup ketchup2...

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Cheesy Rice
< 30 minsCasserolesMain dish

Cheesy Rice, Mushrooms and Peas

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages frozen peas, cooked and drained1 (4 1/2 ounce) jars...

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Green Chicken Enchiladas
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Green Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients: 1 lb tomatillos2 serrano chilies1 garlic cloves, chopped1 tablespoon oil1/3 cup chicken broth12...

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Bulgur Pulao
Main dishPastaRice

Bulgur Pulao

Ingredients: 3/4 cup basmati rice ( white or brown)1 chopped onions1 cup bulgur, slightly...

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My Big Brother's Bratwurst Wraps
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

My Big Brother’s Bratwurst Wraps

Ingredients: 4 fresh bratwursts ( 1 lb.)1 (12 ounce) bottles beer1/4 lb sauerkraut4 large...

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Belize Beef on Spiced Potatoes
BeefGround beefMain dish

Belize Beef on Spiced Potatoes

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef round1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans zesty diced tomatoes, undrained1...

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BLT Burgers With Garlicky Mayonnaise
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

BLT Burgers With Garlicky Mayonnaise

Ingredients: 4 slices bacon8 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained1 garlic cloves1 chipotle chiles...

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Mom's Tater Tots Casserole
CasserolesKid FriendlyMain dish

Mom’s Tater Tots Casserole

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine1 cup celery, diced1 small onions, diced...

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Green Bean Tex-Mex Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Green Bean Tex-Mex Casserole

Ingredients: 3 cups frozen green beans ( or fresh)1/2 cup salsa1/2 cup tortilla chips1/2...

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FishMain dishSeafood

Oven Roasted Line Fish

Ingredients: 4 -6 fish steaks1 tablespoon honey3 tablespoons soy sauce2 cloves garlic, crushedsalt2 tablespoons...

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Healthy Taco Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Healthy Taco Soup

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons canola oil ( or olive oil)1 large onions ( sliced or...

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Pasta Con Salsa Di Tonno E Ricotta
Main dishOne Dish mealTuna

Pasta Con Salsa Di Tonno E Ricotta

Ingredients: 500 g penne125 g tuna200 g ricotta cheese3 teaspoons olive oil1 small onions,...

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Buttermilk Oven Fried Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Buttermilk Oven Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 8 chicken pieces ( I used boneless skinless thighs)3/4 cup buttermilk ( or...

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Norwegian Steak
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Norwegian Steak

Ingredients: 500 g sirloin steaksbutterflourtomato ketchupsalt1/2 teaspoon curry powder300 ml whipped cream Directions: Cut...

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Cheesy Spanish Rice With Chicken and Black Beans
Long Grain riceMain dishOne Dish meal

Cheesy Spanish Rice With Chicken and Black Beans

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 lb ground chicken1 medium onions, chopped1 jalapeno peppers or...

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Mexican Tomato Lime Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishSoups & stews

Mexican Tomato Lime Soup

Ingredients: 3 cloves garlic, minced2 teaspoons ground cumin1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 (46 ounce) cans...

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Pasta Puttanesca ( the Madame's Pasta )
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Pasta Puttanesca ( the Madame’s Pasta )

Ingredients: 1/2 lb spaghetti1 (14 ounce) cans Italian tomatoes1/2 teaspoon sugar4 tablespoons flat leaf...

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Potatoes and Tomatoes Au Gratin
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Potatoes and Tomatoes Au Gratin

Ingredients: 12 slices bacon1 lb potatoes, peeled thinly sliced, boiled in salted water 8...

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Chicken Parmerona
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Parmerona

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts ( flatten with meat mallet and cut into...

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Meat and Macaroni Pie - Pastitsio
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Meat and Macaroni Pie – Pastitsio

Ingredients: 1 lb spaghetti, cooked al dente or 1 lb ziti pasta, cooked2 tablespoons...

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Golden Potatoes Au Gratin
Main dishPotatoesSide dishes

Golden Potatoes Au Gratin

Ingredients: 6 large baking potatoes2 tablespoons ghee, melted1 cup sour cream1 teaspoon turmeric powder...

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Mini Meatball Hero Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Mini Meatball Hero Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese ( can use...

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Pasta With Kalamata Olives and Roasted Grape Tomato Sauce
Main dishPastarice and grains

Pasta With Kalamata Olives and Roasted Grape Tomato Sauce

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs grape tomatoes, halved1/3 cup olive oil5 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon...

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Pork Chop and Stuffing Casserole
CasserolesMain dishPork chops

Pork Chop and Stuffing Casserole

Ingredients: 4 -6 pork chops1 box stove top pork stuffing mix1 can cream of...

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Coconut Lime Shrimp with Peanut Sauce
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Coconut Lime Shrimp with Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter ( do not use old-fashioned style or freshly...

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Oriental Pork Tenderloin
Main dishMeatPork

Oriental Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 1/2 cup soy sauce1/2 cup pineapple juice1 teaspoon ginger, grated1 garlic cloves, finely...

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Chicken Stew With Biscuits
CasserolesMain dishStews

Chicken Stew With Biscuits

Ingredients: 3 whole chicken breasts, bone in skin on or 6 chicken breast halves3...

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Zesty Italian Chicken and Rice
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Zesty Italian Chicken and Rice

Ingredients: 4 -5 chicken breast halves1/3 cup Italian salad dressing1 cup uncooked rice1 (16...

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Main dishOne Dish mealSaltwater fish

Pasta With Sardine Sauce (Pasta Con Sardine Siciliano)

Ingredients: 1/2 lb sardine fillets1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced1...

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Lasagna by Mom
Ground beefLasagnaMain dish

Lasagna by Mom

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef1/4 cup olive oil1 cup chopped onions2 cloves garlic,...

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Mushroom Pork Tenderloin
Main dishPorkPork loins

Mushroom Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) pork tenderloins1 garlic cloves, peeledpaprika2 tablespoons butter1 cup sliced fresh...

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Cajun Bourbon Chicken Bites
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Cajun Bourbon Chicken Bites

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs (I think breast meat is too dry...

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Tuna Stuffed Potatoes
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Tuna Stuffed Potatoes

Ingredients: 4 large baking potatoes1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup finely chopped...

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Supreme Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Supreme Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 thick pork chops ( 1 1/4 inch)4 slices onions4 slices lemonspepperseason salt1/4...

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Pork Tenderloin Island Barbecue
Main dishPorkPork loins

Pork Tenderloin Island Barbecue

Ingredients: 1 (2 lb) pork tenderloins16 ounces barbecue sauce ( homemade or bottled)1 teaspoon...

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Chicken Rolls
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Rolls

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken16 ounces cream cheese1/2 teaspoon garlic powder16 crescent rolls Directions:...

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Pasta With Lemon
Low sodiumMain dishPasta

Pasta With Lemon, Spinach, Parmesan and Bread Crumbs

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs, made from crustless french bread7 tablespoons extra virgin olive...

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Tuna-Tater Tot Casserole
CasserolesMain dishTuna

Tuna-Tater Tot Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (32 ounce) packages frozen tater tots6 ounces canned tuna, drained1 (10 3/4...

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Marinated Chicken With Peppers and Marjoram
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Marinated Chicken With Peppers and Marjoram

Ingredients: 2 skinless chicken breasts1 garlic cloves, crushed10 ml lemon juice1 ml sugar45 ml...

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Gnocchi with parsley olive pesto and cherry tomatoes
Main dishOne Dish mealPotatoes

Gnocchi with parsley olive pesto and cherry tomatoes

Ingredients: 250 g cherry tomatoes, cut in half10 pimento stuffed olives1 clove garlic, crushed2...

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Glazed Pork Medallions
Main dishOne Dish mealPork loins

Glazed Pork Medallions

Ingredients: 1 (1 1/4 lb) pork tenderloins1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup orange marmalade2 teaspoons apple...

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Diabetic Garlic Turkey Balls
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Diabetic Garlic Turkey Balls

Ingredients: 2 lbs extra lean ground turkey8 cloves garlic, minced1 onions, minced1/2 cup chopped...

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