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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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Italian-Style Chef Salad with Creamy Pesto Dressing
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Italian-Style Chef Salad with Creamy Pesto Dressing

Ingredients: 1/3 cup mayonnaise or 1/3 cup salad dressing1/4 cup sour cream or 1/4...

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Chickpeas and Penne With Pecan Red Pepper Pesto
Main dishPastaPenne

Chickpeas and Penne With Pecan Red Pepper Pesto

Ingredients: 1 onions1 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas1/4 lb penne pasta1/2 cup roasted red peppers2...

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Barley Morocco
GrainsLunch/snacksMain dish

Barley Morocco

Ingredients: 4 cups hot cooked pearl barley, recipe follows1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup sliced...

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Mediterranean Crab Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Mediterranean Crab Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb backfin crab meat, picked over1/2 cup black olives, sliced1 (7 ounce)...

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Reuben Hotdish
Low carbMain dishOne Dish meal

Reuben Hotdish

Ingredients: 2 lbs corned beef ( or canned)4 cups sauerkraut, drained2 cups sour cream1...

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Chinese Tuna Salad
Main dishSaladsTuna

Chinese Tuna Salad

Ingredients: 2 (7 1/2 ounce) cans tuna1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded2 carrots, shredded1 red...

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Bok Choy and Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Bok Choy and Chicken

Ingredients: 1 large bok choy4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves3 -8 cloves garlic, minced...

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Easy Mexican Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Easy Mexican Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 (24 ounce) cans refried beans1 (10 ounce)...

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Southern Chicken Fried Steak
BeefMain dishMeat

Southern Chicken Fried Steak

Ingredients: 4 -5 pieces cube steaks, cutlet2/3 cup flour1/3 cup cornmeal1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Thai Spicy Beef
BeefMain dishMeat

Thai Spicy Beef

Ingredients: 1 lb beef flank steak, sliced thinly across the grain1/4 green bell peppers,...

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Louisiana Chicken
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Louisiana Chicken

Ingredients: 1/4 cup oil1 large chicken, cut into serving pieces1/4 cup flour2 medium celery...

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Chicken Risotto in Microwave
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Risotto in Microwave

Ingredients: 4 shallots, sliced1 medium onions, medium size chopped1 tablespoon olive oil2 cups arborio...

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The Best Baked Fish in Town
FishMain dishSeafood

The Best Baked Fish in Town

Ingredients: 2 lbs fresh pollock fillets4 tablespoons mayonnaise1 1/2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning1 tablespoon...

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Pink Sauce With Sausage and Pine Nuts over Penne
Main dishPastaPenne

Pink Sauce With Sausage and Pine Nuts over Penne

Ingredients: 1 lb penne pasta, barilla brand1 1/3 lbs pork sausage3 garlic cloves, chopped2...

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Low-Fat Bruschetta
AppetizersGrainsMain dish

Low-Fat Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1/4 cup dry-pack sun-dried tomatoes1 1/4 cups boiling water14 inches long granary French...

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Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Sweet and Hot Pork Stew

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil1 1/2 lbs boneless pork loin, cut into small pieces1...

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Tex-Mex Haystacks
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Tex-Mex Haystacks

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans whole tomatoes,...

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Maple Glazed Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Maple Glazed Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1/4 cup hot water1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef3/4...

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Senegalese sweet potato
Main dishRiceStews

Senegalese sweet potato, rice and beans stew

Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable oil5 large onions, chopped10 cloves garlic, chopped1 (6 ounce) cans...

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Goat Cheese Pita Pizza
Main dishPizzaVegetarian

Goat Cheese Pita Pizza

Ingredients: 1 pita bread ( 6 1/2 inch diameter)1/3 cup prepared marinara sauce3 ounces...

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Hot Tamale Meatballs
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Hot Tamale Meatballs

Ingredients: 4 cups tomato juice, divided3/4 cup cornmeal2 tablespoons ground cumin, divided2 tablespoons chili...

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Pork Chops with Oregano Wine Sauce
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops with Oregano Wine Sauce

Ingredients: 4 thick pork chops1/4 cup olive oil2 green peppers, sliced1/2 lb sliced mushrooms2...

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Pasta With Creamy Spinach Sauce
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Pasta With Creamy Spinach Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh spinach, stemmed1 -2 garlic cloves (optional)1 cup nonfat cottage cheese...

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Easy Barbecued Beef With Crusty Rolls (Microwave)
BeefCheeseMain dish

Easy Barbecued Beef With Crusty Rolls (Microwave)

Ingredients: 1/3 cup ketchup2 tablespoons vinegar2 tablespoons finely chopped onions1 -2 finely minced fresh...

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Easy Poached Salmon With Dill
LemonMain dishSalmon

Easy Poached Salmon With Dill

Ingredients: 1 kg thawed salmon fillets, with skin on 1 side ( may substitute...

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Veggie Quesadillas II
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Veggie Quesadillas II

Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh broccoli1/2 cup diced red bell peppers1/2 cup diced onions1/2 cup...

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Easy Delicious Hamburger Orzo Soup
Ground beefMain dishSoups & stews

Easy Delicious Hamburger Orzo Soup

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 cup onions, chopped6 cups water6 teaspoons beef bouillon1...

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Chicken Breasts with Rosemary
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Breasts with Rosemary

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breastssalt & pepper1/3 cup flour2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup chicken...

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Margarita Beef With Orange Salsa (Tex-Mex)
BeefCitrusMain dish

Margarita Beef With Orange Salsa (Tex-Mex)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs sirloin steaks ( 1-inch thick)2/3 cup frozen orange juice concentrate1/2...

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Korma Afghanistan Meat Sauce
BeefMain dishStews

Korma Afghanistan Meat Sauce

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean stewing beef or 1 1/2 lbs lamb, cut in...

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Sauteed Escarole

Ingredients: 1 bunch escarole1 (15 ounce) cans white cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 tablespoon...

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BeefMain dishVegetables

Beef and Vegetable Kabobs in Red Wine Marinade

Ingredients: 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup dry red wine2 cloves garlic, minced2 teaspoons dried...

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Fresh Tomato With Fresh Ginger Sauce
Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Fresh Tomato With Fresh Ginger Sauce

Ingredients: 3/4 cup minced shallots2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger2 cloves garlic, minced1/4 cup...

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Thai Stir-Fried Chicken with Mushrooms
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Thai Stir-Fried Chicken with Mushrooms

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 onions, cut into slivers5 cloves garlic, chopped2 lbs boneless...

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Baked Ziti and Roasted Veggies
CheeseMain dishPasta

Baked Ziti and Roasted Veggies

Ingredients: 1 lb eggplants, cubed1 large red onions, cubed2 yellow peppers, chopped1 tablespoon olive...

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Bow Tie Pasta With Broccoli and Broccoli Sauce
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Bow Tie Pasta With Broccoli and Broccoli Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb broccoli1 1/4 cups water8 ounces bow tie pasta2 tablespoons butter, cold...

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Grilled Orange Chicken Fingers
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Grilled Orange Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, fat trimmed1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 1/2...

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Chicken Taco Rice
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Taco Rice

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless chicken, cut in strips1 1/2 tablespoons oil1 1/2 cups water1...

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Chicken Meatballs For Spaghetti and Meatballs
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Meatballs For Spaghetti and Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken1 eggs1/2 cup parmesan cheese1/2 cup breadcrumbs2 cloves garlic, minced2...

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Crunchy Chicken Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Crunchy Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 2 -3 cups cooked chicken, chopped1/2 cup chopped celery2 tablespoons chopped onions1/2 cup...

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Orange Ginger Shrimp
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Orange Ginger Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp1/2 cup oil1/4 cup vinegar1/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed1...

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Fabulous Hot Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Fabulous Hot Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup eggplants, cubed1 cup zucchini, cubed1 cup green peppers, cubed1 cup tomatoes,...

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bourbon glazed chicken and peaches
Main dishPeachesPitted fruits

bourbon glazed chicken and peaches

Ingredients: 1/3 cup Bourbon1/4 cup honey3 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon oil1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1...

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Grilled Shrimp Bruschetta
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Grilled Shrimp Bruschetta

Ingredients: 8 tomatoes, vine-ripened, seeded and chopped2 cups vegetable oil or 2 cups canola...

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Garlicky Baked Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Garlicky Baked Chicken

Ingredients: 1 whole chickens, cut up and skin removed ( 3 lbs)2 large heads...

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Chicken Breast in Bacon and Cider Pan Sauce
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Breast in Bacon and Cider Pan Sauce

Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon fresh ground...

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Penne Nicoise
Main dishPenneSide dishes

Penne Nicoise

Ingredients: 1 lb green beans, cut into 1 inch lengths ( about 4 cups)1...

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Bistro Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Bistro Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil6 boneless skinless chicken breast halvessalt and pepper1...

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Spicy Chicken Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Spicy Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb noodles ( I use silly spagetti)1/2 cup peanut butter1/2 cup water1/3...

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Rosemary Mushroom Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Rosemary Mushroom Soup

Ingredients: 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 cloves garlic, minced1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup...

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Scottish Fish Cakes
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalmon

Scottish Fish Cakes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 potatoes, peeled and boiled1/2 lb salmon fillets, diced1/2 lb cod, fillet...

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ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Italian Chicken and Spicy Tomato Sauce

Ingredients: 1 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes1 tablespoon olive oil1...

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CornMain dishVegetables

Sliced Steak with Roasted-corn Salsa

Ingredients: 3 cups fresh corn ( about 3 ears)4 scallions, white and green parts...

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Chilli Chicken Parcels
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Chilli Chicken Parcels

Ingredients: olive oil flavored cooking spray ( 1 spray)1 red onions, sliced300 g ground...

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Zucchini-Beef Italian
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Zucchini-Beef Italian

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1/2 cup onions, chopped1 medium green bell peppers,...

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Stew Peas and Rice
BeefMain dishStews

Stew Peas and Rice

Ingredients: 4 cups water1 can coconut milk1 1/2 cups red peas250 g fresh beef250...

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Mushroom Strip Steaks
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Mushroom Strip Steaks

Ingredients: 2 (1/2 lb) boneless New York strip steaks1 -2 tablespoon vegetable oil1 (10...

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Pork and Vegetable Kabobs
Main dishMeatPork

Pork and Vegetable Kabobs

Ingredients: 1 pork tenderloins, cut into large cubes1 eggplants, cubed2 red peppers, cubes2 onions,...

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Vegetable and Turkey Pot Roast
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Vegetable and Turkey Pot Roast

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 turkey thighs, boned1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 small onions,...

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Maltese Style Macaroni
Main dishPastaPenne

Maltese Style Macaroni

Ingredients: 500 g penne pasta1/2 kg fine mince meat2 large onions2 tablespoons tomato paste...

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