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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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Barley
CasserolesMain dishTurkey

Barley, Turkey and Butternut Squash Casserole

Ingredients: cooking spray1/2 lb turkey breast, cooked, cubed or 1/2 lb diced turkey2 small...

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Hamburger-Vegetable Soup With Tortellini
Ground beefMain dishSoups & stews

Hamburger-Vegetable Soup With Tortellini

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 cup chopped yellow onions1 teaspoon vegetable oil, if...

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Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
CasserolesChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb baby red potatoes, cut into 1 inch pieces1 lb chicken tenders1...

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Tuna
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Tuna, Sun-Dried Tomato, and White Bean Salad

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed1 garlic cloves, chopped2 tablespoons extra virgin...

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Cooking Light Ginger Beef
BeefMain dishMeat

Cooking Light Ginger Beef

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil1/4 cup beef broth3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon...

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Spiced Couscous With Grilled Halloumi and Steamed Veggies
Main dishPastarice and grains

Spiced Couscous With Grilled Halloumi and Steamed Veggies

Ingredients: 2 large tomatoes, cored and quartered4 tablespoons olive oil10 broccoli florets60 g green...

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Mom's Best Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Mom’s Best Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef1 cup milk1 eggs, lightly beaten3/4 cup soft...

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Dijon Pork Chops With Red Wine Vinegar and Herbs
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Dijon Pork Chops With Red Wine Vinegar and Herbs

Ingredients: 4 (8 ounce) boneless center cut pork chops, 1-1 1/4 ” thick2 tablespoons...

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Quick Provencal Mushroom and White Bean Stew
Main dishSoups & stewsStews

Quick Provencal Mushroom and White Bean Stew

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 lb fresh white mushrooms ( about 5 cups, sliced)1...

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Salmon With Honey-Soy Glaze and Ginger-Butter Sauce
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon With Honey-Soy Glaze and Ginger-Butter Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 cup rice vinegar1/4 cup soy sauce1/4 cup honey1 tablespoon cold water2 1/4...

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Chicken Rice Divan Bake
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Rice Divan Bake

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages frozen broccoli stems1 cup grated cheddar cheese2 cups cubed...

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Savory Beef Paprika
BeefMain dishMeat

Savory Beef Paprika

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch cubes1 tablespoon vegetable oil1...

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Irish Beef Stew With Guinness Stout
BeefMain dishStews

Irish Beef Stew With Guinness Stout

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil3 bay leaves2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1...

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Super Stuffed Potatoes
Main dishPotatoesVegetables

Super Stuffed Potatoes

Ingredients: 4 large potatoes, oblong1 tablespoon butter1 cup milk, heated1 teaspoon Dijon mustard or...

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Easy Chicken Fettuccine
Eggs/dairyMain dishMeat

Easy Chicken Fettuccine

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts1 cup half-and-half or 1 cup...

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Instant Potato Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Instant Potato Chicken

Ingredients: 2 chicken breast fillets1/2 cup flour1 eggs1/2 cup packaged instant potato flakes1 slice...

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Tattie Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Tattie Soup

Ingredients: 1 lb old potatoes2 onions2 old carrots4 slices bacon7 1/2 cups beef stock...

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Creamy Macaroni Casserole
CasserolesElbow macaroniMain dish

Creamy Macaroni Casserole

Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups elbow macaroni ( uncooked)5 ounces cheddar cheese, cubed1 2/3 tablespoons...

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Spicy Empanadas
Main dishSavory piesSide dishes

Spicy Empanadas

Ingredients: 3 cups flour1 1/2 cups vegetable lard1/4 teaspoon saltice water1 lb ground beef2...

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Tangy Round Steak Strips
BeefMain dishMeat

Tangy Round Steak Strips

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless beef round steak, cut into 2-1/2 inch strips1 medium onions,...

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Jack Daniels Grilled Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Jack Daniels Grilled Salmon

Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets1/2 cup Jack Daniels Whiskey2 lemons2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon soy...

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Tender Pot Roasted Beef
< 4 hoursMain dishWeeknight

Tender Pot Roasted Beef

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless bottom round roast or 2 lbs rump roast, trimmed1 lemons,...

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Baked Spiced Pork Chops
Main dishMeatPork

Baked Spiced Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 -6 pork chops1/2 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon rosemary1 teaspoon thyme1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2...

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Mozzarella Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Mozzarella Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 onions275 g mozzarella cheese1 tablespoon cooking oil350 g extra lean ground beef500...

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Olive Garden Chicken Formaggio Pizza
ChickenMain dishPizza

Olive Garden Chicken Formaggio Pizza

Ingredients: 4 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoons diced onions1 cup...

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Sticky Cranberry Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Sticky Cranberry Chicken

Ingredients: 4 -6 boneless chicken breasts1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1 can cranberry...

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Parmesan Sage Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Parmesan Sage Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs ( I use Progresso garlic and herb)1 cup grated...

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Lemon Curd and Hoisin Chops
Main dishMeatPork

Lemon Curd and Hoisin Chops

Ingredients: 4 center-cut pork chops, 1 1/4 inch thick approximately1 tablespoon sesame oil1 cut...

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Chicken and Broccoli Braid
BreadsChickenMain dish

Chicken and Broccoli Braid

Ingredients: 2 cups diced,cooked chicken meat1/2 cup red bell peppers, chopped1 cup shredded cheddar...

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Broccoli and Tuna Macaroni and Cheese Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Broccoli and Tuna Macaroni and Cheese Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) boxes macaroni shells and cheese, box dinner1 (10 3/4 ounce)...

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Healthy Shepherd's Pie
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Healthy Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients: 1/2 ounce olive oil or 1/2 ounce vegetable oil2 ounces peeled chopped carrots3...

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Country Dijon Poulet
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Country Dijon Poulet

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs chicken2 tablespoons buttersalt and pepper1 garlic cloves, minced1 bay leaves1/4...

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Paprikash Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Paprikash Chicken

Ingredients: 1/4 cup water1/2 cup diced onions2 tablespoons onion powder1 -3 lb fryer, cut...

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Chicken Vino Bianco - Tastes Just Like Olive Garden
EuropeanItalianMain dish

Chicken Vino Bianco – Tastes Just Like Olive Garden

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1...

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Roasted Vegetable Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Roasted Vegetable Lasagna

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 garlic cloves, crushed1/2 teaspoon pepper15 ounces fat-free...

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Easy Ricotta Spaghetti
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Easy Ricotta Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs hamburger meat3 tablespoons sausage drippings1 (26 ounce) jars prepared spaghetti...

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A-1Zesty Lemon Steak
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

A-1Zesty Lemon Steak

Ingredients: 1/3 cup A-1 Steak Sauce2 teaspoons grated lemons, rind of1 clove garlic, minced1/4...

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Chicken-Fried Steak With Cracked Pepper Gravy
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Chicken-Fried Steak With Cracked Pepper Gravy

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups flour1 1/2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons pepper, freshly ground1 teaspoon cayenne2...

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Super Easy Chicken Parmesan
Main dishMeatPoultry

Super Easy Chicken Parmesan

Ingredients: 6 frozen uncooked breaded chicken breasts ( I get mine at Costco, brand...

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Main dishPastarice and grains

Linguini Alla Cecca

Ingredients: 6 large tomatoes, skinned and finely chopped3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 cloves...

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Main dishOne Dish mealPizza

Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 medium onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt (...

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Supreme Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Supreme Chicken

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided1 teaspoon paprika1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1/4 teaspoon ground...

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Burger Bundles
BeefMain dishMeat

Burger Bundles

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef2/3 cup milk2 cups of herb seasoned bread crumbs2 (10...

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Spinach and Black Bean Quesadillas
AppetizersEggsMain dish

Spinach and Black Bean Quesadillas

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup chopped yellow onions2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced1...

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Beefy Cabbage Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Beefy Cabbage Casserole

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil2 teaspoons butter1/2 lb ground beef1/2 head cabbage, cut into...

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Orange Teriyaki Fish
FishMain dishSeafood

Orange Teriyaki Fish

Ingredients: 4 white fish fillets1/2 cup orange juice2 green onions, chopped1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce1...

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Green Chili and Corn Casserole
CasserolesCornMain dish

Green Chili and Corn Casserole

Ingredients: 2 cups whole kernel corn ( from frozen, not canned)1/2 cup butter, melted2...

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Faux Pho Bo (Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup)
BeefMain dishSoups & stews

Faux Pho Bo (Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup)

Ingredients: 4 quarts fat free low-sodium beef broth1 large onions, sliced into paper-thin rings6...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Kerrieschotel (meat and rice dish flavored with curry)

Ingredients: 2 onions, chopped2 1/2 tablespoons butter ( or broth for lower fat)1 1/2...

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Orzo Salad With Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Main dishPastaSide dishes

Orzo Salad With Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Ingredients: 6 cups cooked orzo pasta ( 2 cups uncooked)4 garlic cloves1 teaspoon salt1...

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Mushroom Wild Rice Side Dish Casserole
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Mushroom Wild Rice Side Dish Casserole

Ingredients: 4 cups water1 cup uncooked wild rice1 teaspoon butter or 1 teaspoon margarine1...

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Gnocchi Al Gorgonzola
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Gnocchi Al Gorgonzola

Ingredients: 1 lb gnocchi ( fresh or frozen)1/4 cup mild gorgonzola, crumbled1/2 cup butter,...

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Spring Thyme Salmon
LemonMain dishSalmon

Spring Thyme Salmon

Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry white wine3 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves1 1/2...

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Beef Taco Lasagna
Ground beefLasagnaMain dish

Beef Taco Lasagna

Ingredients: 24 lasagna noodles2 lbs lean ground beef2 (1 1/4 ounce) envelopes taco seasoning4...

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Fresh Tomato-Basil-Asparagus Pasta Salad
Main dishPastaSalads

Fresh Tomato-Basil-Asparagus Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages bow tie pasta1 lb fresh asparagus1 cup bottled lemon...

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Lima Bean and Rice Casserole
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Lima Bean and Rice Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) bags frozen lima beans, defrosted1/4 cup pepperoni or 1/4 cup...

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Garlic Basil Bow Ties
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Garlic Basil Bow Ties

Ingredients: 12 ounces bow tie pasta2 tablespoons olive oil3 cloves garlic, minced1 1/2 cups...

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Chicken Crepes
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Crepes

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter1 onions, sliced2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup chicken stock1/2 teaspoon salt1/2...

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Corn and Macaroni Bake
CasserolesElbow macaroniMain dish

Corn and Macaroni Bake

Ingredients: 1 can whole kernel corn ( do not drain)1 can cream-style corn1/2 cup...

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Scottish (Or English) Rarebit
CheeseLunch/snacksMain dish

Scottish (Or English) Rarebit

Ingredients: 9 ounces grated cheese ( Chesire, Lancashire or Smoked Applewood Cheddar, latter is...

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