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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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Avocado Salsa Pasta
Main dishPastaShellfish

Avocado Salsa Pasta

Ingredients: 12 ounces bow tie pasta or 12 ounces spiral shaped pasta1/2 small red...

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Microwave Tuna Noodle Casserole
CasserolesMain dishTuna

Microwave Tuna Noodle Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup1 cup milk3 cups hot...

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Yummy Hamburger Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Yummy Hamburger Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 large onions, chopped1/2 cup uncooked instant rice1/2 teaspoon salt1/2...

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Blackened Shrimp
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Blackened Shrimp

Ingredients: 32 raw peeled large shrimp1/4 lb unsalted buttermushrooms (optional)tomatoes (optional)onions (optional)bell peppers, sliced...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken with Bulgur

Ingredients: 1 (3 lb) frying chickens, cut up1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon...

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Coney Islands (or Sloppy Joes)
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Coney Islands (or Sloppy Joes)

Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions1/4 cup chopped bell peppers1 (8 ounce)...

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Southwest Stuffed Bell Peppers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Southwest Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 2 large green bell peppers3 minced garlic cloves1 cup chopped sweet onions1 medium...

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Diet Cola Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Diet Cola Chicken

Ingredients: 4 chicken breastsnonstick cooking spray1 cup ketchup1 (12 ounce) cans diet cola (...

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Teriyaki Chicken Stir-fry
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Teriyaki Chicken Stir-fry

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken, cubed1/4 cup soy sauce1 tablespoon garlic powder1 tablespoon...

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Rib-Eye Steak with Horseradish and Mushroom Cream
Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Rib-Eye Steak with Horseradish and Mushroom Cream

Ingredients: 2 boneless rib-eye steaks4 green onions, chopped2 cloves garlic3 tablespoons oil1/2 lb mushrooms,...

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Baked Maryland Shellfish Casserole
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Baked Maryland Shellfish Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb backfin crab meat1 lb shrimp1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup green peppers, chopped1/4...

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Spiral Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Spiral Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chuck1/2 lb ground pork1/2 lb ground turkey1 envelope lipton’s onion...

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San Francisco Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

San Francisco Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs pork chops1 tablespoon oil2 teaspoons oil1/4 cup beef broth or...

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Burger Macaroni
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Burger Macaroni

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions1/2 cup chopped green peppers1 tablespoon minced...

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Easy Beef and Noodle Skillet
BeefGround beefMain dish

Easy Beef and Noodle Skillet

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef2 cups egg noodles1 can mixed vegetables1 can diced tomatoes1...

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CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Asparagus Ham Rolls

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons margarine1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups skim milk1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4...

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Creamy Shepherd's Pie
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Creamy Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger1 small onions, diced1 large potatoes, sliced thinly1 (14 1/2 ounce)...

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Sesame Salmon Fillets and Bok Choy
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalmon

Sesame Salmon Fillets and Bok Choy

Ingredients: 1 cup sesame seeds1 tablespoon grated gingerroot1 tablespoon cracked black peppercorns1/2 teaspoon salt1...

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Best Ever Sloppy Joes
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Best Ever Sloppy Joes

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped green...

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Mexican Chicken Rice
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Mexican Chicken Rice

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless chicken, diced1 tablespoon oil1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth1...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishTuna

Zingy Ziti

Ingredients: 6 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon red pepper flakes3 tablespoons olive oil3 tomatoes, chopped1/4...

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Baked Spaghetti Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Baked Spaghetti Casserole

Ingredients: 1 cup chopped onions1 cup chopped green peppers1 lb hamburger1 tablespoon margarine1 (28...

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FishMain dishSeafood

Stir Fried Fish with Oyster Sauce

Ingredients: 500 g firm fish fillets, cut into pieces2 tablespoons oil2 teaspoons minced ginger1/2...

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Mom's Stove Top Tuna-Noodle Dinner
Main dishOne Dish mealTuna

Mom’s Stove Top Tuna-Noodle Dinner

Ingredients: 12 ounces small shell pasta ( shells, small ziti, macaroni)1 (7 ounce) cans...

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Cheese and Onion Pasties
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Cheese and Onion Pasties

Ingredients: puff pastry ( I use frozen, but homemade is fine if you are...

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Apple Onion Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Apple Onion Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 pork chops, 1 inch thick1 1/2 cups applesauce1 tablespoon brown sugar1 package...

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Yummy Stuffed Chicken Breasts
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Yummy Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts ( flatten with mallet)1 bag breadcrumbs ( seasoned or...

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Almond -Crusted Chicken Breasts
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Almond -Crusted Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups sliced almonds, toasted4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/4 cup flour1...

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Main dishPorkStews

Kimchee Chigae

Ingredients: 1 -2 lb lean pork, adjust according to preference ( more meat than...

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Mom's Favorite Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Mom’s Favorite Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (20 ounce) cans kidney beans2 (5 ounce) boxes scalloped...

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Roast Chicken Breasts with Oranges and Basil Cream
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Roast Chicken Breasts with Oranges and Basil Cream

Ingredients: 4 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon cinnamon1 tablespoon...

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Grilled Lemon Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Grilled Lemon Salmon

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons fresh dill1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 1/2 lbs...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Grown-Up Hamburger

Ingredients: 1 hamburger style boca burger veggie burgers ( defrosted)nostick cooking spray1 slice fat-free...

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CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Gourmet Baked Crab

Ingredients: 2 crabs, boiled or steamed4 tablespoons fresh white breadcrumbs1 lemons, juice only2 tablespoons...

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Beef Under Pressure
BeefMain dishMeat

Beef Under Pressure

Ingredients: 2 -3 lbs top sirloin roast ( it’s a rump by any other...

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Pineapple Chicken Lo Mein
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Pineapple Chicken Lo Mein

Ingredients: 1 (20 ounce) cans pineapple chunks1 -2 cup of cubed cooked chicken or...

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Main dishSaladsShrimp

Shrimp, Asparagus, and White Bean Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups sliced asparagus, in 1 inch pieces ( about 1/2 pound)3/4 lb...

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CheeseMain dishPasta

Nana’s Ricotta Gnocchi

Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour1 pinch salt1 (15 ounce) containers ricotta cheese ( drain...

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Spicy Sprouts Pilaf (Pressure Cooker)
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Spicy Sprouts Pilaf (Pressure Cooker)

Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked basmati rice or 1 cup long-grain rice1 teaspoon oil1 bay...

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One Dish Savory Spaghetti
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

One Dish Savory Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 small onions, finely chopped2 stalks celery, chopped1 (8 ounce)...

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BeefMain dishMeat

Marinated Grilled Beef Fajitas

Ingredients: 1 cup beer6 tablespoons lime juice1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon chili powder2 tablespoons...

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FishMain dishSeafood

Grilled Japanese Swordfish

Ingredients: 4 (8 ounce) swordfish steaks1/2 cup tamari or 1/2 cup soy sauce1/2 cup...

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BeansMain dishNorth american

Fat Free Black-Eyed Peas

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) bags dried black-eyed peas1 cup carrots1 cup celery1 onions, dicedinstant...

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Betty Mayfield's Beef Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Betty Mayfield’s Beef Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons sugar1 (16 ounce) cans tomatoes, diced1...

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Shells with Mushrooms and Shrimp
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Shells with Mushrooms and Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb medium pasta shells1/4 cup butter1 clove garlic, minced1 lb mushrooms, sliced3/4...

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Steak with Onion Gravy
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Steak with Onion Gravy

Ingredients: 6 cubed steaks ( or round steak, cut in pieces)1 cup flour1 tablespoon...

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Healthy Pork on the BBQ
Main dishMeatPork

Healthy Pork on the BBQ

Ingredients: 1/2 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or 1/2 teaspoon...

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Fusion Grilled Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Fusion Grilled Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 cup Italian dressing1/2 cup teriyaki sauce4 -6 boneless chicken breast halves Directions:...

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Cashew Curry
BeansMain dishSoy/tofu

Cashew Curry

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil3/4 cup cashews2 medium onions, minced1 tablespoon curry powder3 cloves...

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Five Cheese Chicken Breasts
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Five Cheese Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 4 large chicken breasts4 thin slices swiss cheese4 thin slices mozzarella cheese1/2 cup...

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Pecos Pasta
Main dishPastarice and grains

Pecos Pasta

Ingredients: 2 cups macaroni, uncooked1 tablespoon butter1 small green peppers, chopped1 small onions, chopped2...

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Macadamia Nut Chicken Breasts
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Macadamia Nut Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 1/2 cup light soy sauce1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon mirin ( sweet...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Baked Stuffed Loch Ness Shrimp

Ingredients: 30 large shrimp, scales removed,de-veined and butterflied1 lb backfin crab meat1 eggs1 tablespoon...

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Sister's Easy Vegetable Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Sister’s Easy Vegetable Casserole

Ingredients: 1 can French style green beans1 can white shoepeg corn1 can water chestnuts8...

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BeefMain dishMeat

Teriyaki Steak

Ingredients: 1/2 cup soy sauce1 clove garlic2 tablespoons brown sugar1/2-1 teaspoon ground ginger2 tablespoons...

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Herbed Chicken Fettuccine
ChickenMain dishPasta

Herbed Chicken Fettuccine

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon sodium-free seasoning1 teaspoon poultry seasoning1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut...

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Hash Browns Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Hash Browns Soup

Ingredients: 2 lbs frozen hash browns4 cups water1 1/2 cups chopped onions1 cup sliced...

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Balsamic Italian Chicken
Chicken breastMain dishSalads

Balsamic Italian Chicken

Ingredients: 1 lb frozen chicken tenderloins ( I prefer Tyson)1 (16 ounce) bottles Good...

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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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Penne All' Arrabbiata
Main dishOne Dish mealSauces

Penne All’ Arrabbiata

Ingredients: 1 lb penne pasta2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup red onions, thinly sliced2 teaspoons...

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