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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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Balsamic Chicken Breast
< 60 minsMain dishTime to make

Balsamic Chicken Breast

Ingredients: 16 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast halves, pounded thin3 tablespoons olive oil1 garlic...

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Speedy Chili With Macaroni
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Speedy Chili With Macaroni

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 cup chopped onions1 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes,...

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Mandarin Beef
BeefMain dishMeat

Mandarin Beef

Ingredients: 375 g stir-fry beef, of choice1 egg whites2 teaspoons cornstarch1 teaspoon soy sauce1/2...

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Tuscany Tomato Pie
CheeseLunch/snacksMain dish

Tuscany Tomato Pie

Ingredients: 1 pie shells, pre-baked100 g mozzarella cheese3 -4 tomatoes4 sun-dried tomatoes packed in...

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AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Spanish Shrimp

Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil2 cloves garlic, minced2 teaspoons shallots, minced3/4 teaspoon...

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Sayur Taucho
Main dishSide dishesStews

Sayur Taucho

Ingredients: 125 g tofu, cut into bite-sized pieces ( bean curd)125 g tempeh, cut...

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FruitMain dishPork

Black Pepper Pork Chops With Molasses Butter

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless pork loin1/4 cup butter ( softened)1 tablespoon molasses1 lemons, juice...

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Mom's American Stroganoff
BeefGround beefMain dish

Mom’s American Stroganoff

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 onions, chopped2 tablespoons flour1 tablespoon paprikagarlic saltpepper1 (10 3/4...

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Penne With Zucchini and Basil
Main dishOne Dish mealPenne

Penne With Zucchini and Basil

Ingredients: 3 -4 small-medium zucchini ( about 14 ounces)salt5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1...

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Sweet-Hot Asian Noodle Bowl
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

Sweet-Hot Asian Noodle Bowl

Ingredients: 3/4 cup rice wine vinegar1/3 cup light soy sauce1/3 cup honey2 tablespoons minced...

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Basil
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Basil, Cilantro and Macadamia Nut Chicken

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken ( I use breasts or thighs)2 tablespoons fresh...

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Roasted Chicken with Caramelized Onions
ChickenMain dishSide dishes

Roasted Chicken with Caramelized Onions

Ingredients: 1 1/2 heads garlic, separated and peeled1/2 cup milk3 tablespoons olive oil, dividedsalt...

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Monk's Mussels in Thai Curry Sauce
AppetizersMain dishShellfish

Monk’s Mussels in Thai Curry Sauce

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil1 stalk lemongrass, smashed and chopped1/2 tablespoon ginger, grated1 teaspoon...

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Tyler's Ultimate Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Tyler’s Ultimate Meatloaf

Ingredients: extra virgin olive oil1 onions, finely diced2 garlic cloves, minced2 bay leaves2 red...

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Tuna Noodle Casserole
CasserolesMain dishTuna

Tuna Noodle Casserole

Ingredients: 1 cup onions, finely chopped1/2 cup celery, finely chopped1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans...

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Simple Basic Quiche
CheeseMain dishSavory pies

Simple Basic Quiche

Ingredients: 1 shortcrust pastry3 eggs1 onions2 tomatoes1 green peppers1 1/2 cups mature cheddar cheesesalt...

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Southwestern Lemon Chicken Soup with Chilies
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Southwestern Lemon Chicken Soup with Chilies

Ingredients: 8 cups chicken broth1 onions, chopped1/2 lb thin-skinned potatoes, scrubbed and cut into...

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Quick Ham and Potato Scallop
Main dishPorkPotatoes

Quick Ham and Potato Scallop

Ingredients: 1 (5 ounce) packages scalloped potatoes mix2 cups boiling water2 teaspoons butter or...

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Condimentsetc.Main dish

Wende’s Lemon Pepper Fajitas

Ingredients: 1/2 lb stir fry chicken meat1/2 lb stir fry beef meatlemon peppercooking oil1...

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Lemon Chicken With Artichokes and Capers
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Lemon Chicken With Artichokes and Capers

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 medium onions, sliced2 cloves garlic, crushed1 lb boneless skinless...

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Spiced Chicken and Sweet Potatoes
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Spiced Chicken and Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon caraway seeds, crushed2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon cumin seeds, crushed1 teaspoon...

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Chicken and Tortilla Dumplings
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken and Tortilla Dumplings

Ingredients: 6 chicken legs ( 5 pounds)8 cups water2 celery ribs, chopped1 small onions,...

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Bunkhouse Beef and Pork Stew
BeefMain dishStews

Bunkhouse Beef and Pork Stew

Ingredients: 1 lb round steaks1 lb pork steak4 teaspoons flour2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2...

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CheeseGrainsMain dish

Quinoa Risotto

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups quinoa ( available at health food stores)1 teaspoon butter1 large...

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Weeknight Red Beans and Rice
BeansMain dishRice

Weeknight Red Beans and Rice

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups raw long grain rice ( or brown rice)1 tablespoon canola...

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Simple Minestrone
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Simple Minestrone

Ingredients: 3 quarts water2 cans chicken broth1 can great northern beans1 1/2 lbs cabbage...

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Potato-Crusted Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Potato-Crusted Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 large yellow onions1 large green bell peppers1 large red bell peppers3 garlic...

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Lime Chicken Vinaigrette
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Lime Chicken Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts, chopped into 1/2 inch cubes1/4 cup Bacardi Limon1/2 cup basil...

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Blue Cheese Chicken Breasts
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Blue Cheese Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts4 tablespoons renee’s chunky blue cheese dressingItalian seasoned breadcrumbs...

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Gail's Sloppy Joes
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Gail’s Sloppy Joes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 cup ketchup1 cup mustard1/2 cup tomatoes, diced (optional)1...

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Aussie Meat Pie
Main dishMeatSavory pies

Aussie Meat Pie

Ingredients: 1 onions, finely chopped500 g lean ground beef1 cup water2 beef bouillon cubes,...

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Simply Delicious Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Simply Delicious Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1/2 cup Italian style breadcrumbs1 eggs, beaten1 (10 1/2...

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White Spinach Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

White Spinach Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 (32 ounce) containers ricotta cheese2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed...

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Spaghetti with Bacon and Peas
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Spaghetti with Bacon and Peas

Ingredients: 1/4 lb diced bacon1 tablespoon minced garlic1 tablespoon chopped onions2 (14 ounce) cans...

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Classic Pot Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Classic Pot Pie

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) packages refrigerated pie crusts ( or make your own)1/3 cup...

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CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Spaghetti and Mince Casserole

Ingredients: 250 g spaghetti ( sometimes I use a little more)1 onions500 g ground...

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Green Pasta Dough
Main dishPastarice and grains

Green Pasta Dough

Ingredients: 1 bunch baby spinach leaves, washed4 extra large eggs3 1/2-4 cups all-purpose flour1/2...

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Simply Roasted Pork Loin Roast With Apricot Glaze
Main dishPorkPork loins

Simply Roasted Pork Loin Roast With Apricot Glaze

Ingredients: 1/2 cup apricot preserves1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon...

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Great White Pizza
Lunch/snacksMain dishPizza

Great White Pizza

Ingredients: 1 (12 -14 inch) prepared pizza crust1/2 cup ranch dressing1 1/2 cups shredded...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken and Dumplings, Southern Style

Ingredients: 1 (3 lb) chicken2 quarts water1 large onions, quartered2 carrots, quartered1 stalk celery,...

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Meatballs in Broth
Ground beefMain dishSoups & stews

Meatballs in Broth

Ingredients: 400 g ground beef ( Mince)1/2 cup breadcrumbs1 teaspoon prepared garlic, from jar...

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Kolozsvari Rakott Kaposzta
EuropeanMain dishOne Dish meal

Kolozsvari Rakott Kaposzta

Ingredients: 3 lbs cabbage, finely shredded ( half or all should be pickled cabbage)2...

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Pinto Beans and Ham Hocks
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Pinto Beans and Ham Hocks

Ingredients: 3 smoked ham hocks2 lbs dried pinto beans1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon crushed...

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Super Sunday Tacos
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Super Sunday Tacos

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground pork1 lb lean ground beef1 cup minced onions3 garlic cloves,...

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Yummy Salisbury Steak
BeefGround beefMain dish

Yummy Salisbury Steak

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground turkey1 cup crushed saltine crackers1/2...

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Shepherd's Pie With Caramelized Onions
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Shepherd’s Pie With Caramelized Onions

Ingredients: 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled2/3 cup milk1/3 cup heavy cream1 lb lean ground...

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Garlic Cheese Noodles
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Garlic Cheese Noodles

Ingredients: 3 garlic cloves, chopped finely1 -2 cup milk1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, grated1/2...

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potato-sausage casserole
CasserolesMain dishPotatoes

potato-sausage casserole

Ingredients: 1 bag shredded hash browns1 package smoked sausage or 1 package Little Smokies...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Iron Chef Winner’s Japanese-Style Hamburgers

Ingredients: 14 ounces ground beef1/2 teaspoon salt, to tasteground black pepper1/2 onions, chopped finevegetable...

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Potatoes With Poppy Seeds - Aloo Poshto
Main dishPotatoesVegetables

Potatoes With Poppy Seeds – Aloo Poshto

Ingredients: 6 big potatoes, peeled and cubed2 tablespoons poppy seeds ( khus khus)3 whole...

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Quesadillas Casserole
BeansCasserolesMain dish

Quesadillas Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans refried beans1 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce1 (4 ounce)...

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Mexican-Style Chicken
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Mexican-Style Chicken

Ingredients: 1 large firm tomatoes 2 onions 4 garlic cloves 75 g walnut pieces...

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Chicken in Sherry Mushroom Sauce
Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Chicken in Sherry Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans no-salt-added chicken broth2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Chicken Mexicano
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Mexicano

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons plain yogurt1/3 cup salsa2 teaspoons lime juice2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon...

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New Orleans Shrimp Toss
Main dishShellfishShrimp

New Orleans Shrimp Toss

Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1...

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Springtime Chicken Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Springtime Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 cup lemon juice1 lb fresh asparagus1 head...

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Pasta With Chicken and Asparagus
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Pasta With Chicken and Asparagus

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts1 lb asparagus spears, fresh2 tablespoons unsalted butter3/4...

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Green Peas Pulao
Main dishRiceSide dishes

Green Peas Pulao

Ingredients: 1/4 cup frozen green peas or 1/4 cup fresh green peas3 tablespoons ghee2...

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Iron Mike's Sweet Tomato Pizza Sauce - the Spirit of Cincinnati
Main dishPizzaSauces

Iron Mike’s Sweet Tomato Pizza Sauce – the Spirit of Cincinnati

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 (28 ounce) cans tomato puree1 teaspoon dried onions, minced...

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Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Basic Blue Cheese Pasta Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 cup chicken stock1/2 cup whipping cream2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese2 tablespoons freshly...

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