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HomeHealthy Recipes

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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Maple balsamic chicken sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Maple balsamic chicken sandwiches

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, filets removed2 sturdy rolls ( I like sourdough)1...

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Spicy Shrimp Stove Top Pizzas
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Spicy Shrimp Stove Top Pizzas

Ingredients: 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast ( 2 1/4 teaspoons)1 cup warm...

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Puffy Pizza
Main dishPizzaVegetables

Puffy Pizza

Ingredients: 1 lb Italian sausage1 cup pizza sauce ( or more, if you like)1...

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Chicken Pasta Salad
Chicken breastMain dishSalads

Chicken Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon curry powder 2...

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Kefta Kebabs
AfricanMain dishMeat

Kefta Kebabs

Ingredients: 4 garlic cloves1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus1 pinch kosher salt1 lb ground beef...

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Smoked Cheddar Quesadillas
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Smoked Cheddar Quesadillas

Ingredients: burrito size flour tortillas ( the very large ones)3/4 lb smoked cheddar cheese1...

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Crusted Tofu
AppetizersMain dishSoy/tofu

Crusted Tofu

Ingredients: 1 lb firm tofu1 cup buttermilk1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil2 cups corn flakes,...

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Margherita  Pizza
Main dishPizzaTomatoes

Margherita Pizza

Ingredients: 1 (2 count) packages boboli 8-inch prepared pizza crust4 tablespoons extra virgin olive...

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Keftedakia (Greek Mint and Ouzo Flavored Meatballs)
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Keftedakia (Greek Mint and Ouzo Flavored Meatballs)

Ingredients: 2 slices home-made style bread, trimmed of crust and torn into small pieces1/4...

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Vegetables With Fusilli and Thai Sauce
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Vegetables With Fusilli and Thai Sauce

Ingredients: 2 carrots, diagonally sliced2 tablespoons butter1 red peppers, chopped1 green peppers, chopped1/2 broccoli,...

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Saucy Parmesan Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Saucy Parmesan Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese1 1/2...

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Roasted Cod and Tomatoes With Basil and White Wine
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Roasted Cod and Tomatoes With Basil and White Wine

Ingredients: 2 cups cherry tomatoes1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 teaspoon kosher salt4 (4 ounce) cod...

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Overload
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Overload

Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/3 cup ketchup6 drops...

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Easy Weeknight Chicken Noodle Casserole
CasserolesChicken breastMain dish

Easy Weeknight Chicken Noodle Casserole

Ingredients: 16 ounces egg noodles8 ounces frozen mixed vegetables ( carrots, corn, peas, green...

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Vegetarian Meatloaf
GrainsMain dishSide dishes

Vegetarian Meatloaf

Ingredients: 5 eggs1 pint cottage cheese1 -1 1/2 teaspoon vegetable stock powder1 onions, finely...

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Salsa Ranch Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Salsa Ranch Chicken

Ingredients: 4 chicken legs1 cup ranch dressing1 cup medium heat salsa1/2 cup sour cream1/2...

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Sauerkraut Meatballs
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Sauerkraut Meatballs

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 lb potatoes, scrubbed and sliced8 ounces red cabbage, cored...

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Turkey or Chicken Almond Crescent Casserole
CasserolesMain dishPoultry

Turkey or Chicken Almond Crescent Casserole

Ingredients: 2 -3 tablespoons butter1 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 onions, chopped ( or...

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Sauteed Chicken Breast With Clover Honey and Chili
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Sauteed Chicken Breast With Clover Honey and Chili

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced thin stripssalt, to tastefresh ground black...

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Chicken Cheese Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishPasta

Chicken Cheese Lasagna

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter4 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon kosher salt2 cups...

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Beefy Barbecue Macaroni
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Beefy Barbecue Macaroni

Ingredients: 3/4 lb lean ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions3 garlic cloves, minced3 1/2 cups...

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Main dishSaladsSide dishes

Main Dish Mac Salad

Ingredients: 4 cups cooked pasta ( shell,macaroni,or curly)1 cup chopped green onions2 cans tuna...

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Cheesy Noodles and Bacon
Main dishPastaSide dishes

Cheesy Noodles and Bacon

Ingredients: 1 medium onions5 -7 pieces bacon1 clove garlic1 eggs1 cup of grated parmesan...

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Low-Fat Pizza-Style Minute Steaks
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Low-Fat Pizza-Style Minute Steaks

Ingredients: 1 lb beef minute steaks, cut in four pieces1 medium green peppers, chopped1...

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Marinated Rib Eye Steaks
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Marinated Rib Eye Steaks

Ingredients: 1/3 cup hot water3 tablespoons finely chopped onions2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons olive...

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Yucatecan Grilled Pork
Main dishMeatPork

Yucatecan Grilled Pork

Ingredients: 2 cups lime juice12 garlic cloves, peeled and minced1 tablespoon coarse salt4 lbs...

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Cajun Shrimp Penne Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Cajun Shrimp Penne Pasta

Ingredients: 1 lb penne pasta1/2 lb shrimp, deveined and shelled1 cup cream2 garlic cloves,...

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Diabetic Friendly Cashew Chicken
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Diabetic Friendly Cashew Chicken

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips1/4 cup orange juice4 teaspoons...

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Cashew Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Cashew Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon soy sauce1 teaspoon cornstarch1 garlic cloves, minced4 chicken breast halves, cut...

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Starry Night Taco Cups
< 60 minsFor large groupsMain dish

Starry Night Taco Cups

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions1/4 cup salsa1/4 cup ketchup1 tablespoon chili...

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Bolla's Peanut Stew
Chicken breastMain dishStews

Bolla’s Peanut Stew

Ingredients: 2 green peppers, sliced into strips1 medium onions, sliced into strips2 tablespoons oil1...

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High-Protein Vegetable Bake
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

High-Protein Vegetable Bake

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups broccoli, cut into small pieces1/2 cup kale, shredded3 eggs or...

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Barbecued Pork Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Barbecued Pork Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless pork roast1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper1 (18...

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Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie
Main dishPotatoesSoy/tofu

Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients: 1 cake tofu, frozen, thawed, and shredded1 large onions, chopped2 tablespoons vegetable oil1/4...

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Haluski (Pan-Fried Cabbage and Noodles)
Main dishPastaSide dishes

Haluski (Pan-Fried Cabbage and Noodles)

Ingredients: 4 cups wide egg noodles1/2 cup butter2 cups sliced sweet onions, about 1/8...

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Meatloaf Florentine
BeefGround beefMain dish

Meatloaf Florentine

Ingredients: 1 cup tomato sauce1 teaspoon crushed dried oregano1 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon garlic...

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Comfort Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Comfort Casserole

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef1 cup chopped onions1 cup chopped celery2 cloves garlic,...

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Fillet of Red Snapper With Coconut Sauce
CoconutFishMain dish

Fillet of Red Snapper With Coconut Sauce

Ingredients: 4 large red snapper fillets1 limes, juice of2 tablespoons olive oil6 cloves garlic,...

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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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Mushroom and Swiss Chicken Skillet
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Mushroom and Swiss Chicken Skillet

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin1 eggs, slightly beaten1 cup finely crushed...

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Oven Chicken and Rice
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Oven Chicken and Rice

Ingredients: 1 can cream of mushroom soup1 cup long grain rice or 1 cup...

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Mediterranean Baked Chicken
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Mediterranean Baked Chicken

Ingredients: 6 ounces uncooked rotini pasta ( about 2 cups)1/4 cup butter3 large shallots,...

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Gratin Eggs on Toast
CheeseEggsMain dish

Gratin Eggs on Toast

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons butter1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 1/2 cups milk2 teaspoons Dijon...

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Tandoori Chicken
Chicken breastLunch/snacksMain dish

Tandoori Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts2 tablespoons lemon juice1 tablespoon olive oil2 teaspoons turmeric2...

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You won't Believe this Chicken
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

You won’t Believe this Chicken

Ingredients: 1 fryer, cut up ( enough for 4 people)3 tablespoons lite olive oil...

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Army Rice
CasserolesMain dishStews

Army Rice

Ingredients: 2 lbs pork sausage2 large onions, chopped1 green bell peppers, chopped1 bunch celery,...

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Tortilla Casserole
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Tortilla Casserole

Ingredients: 3/4 lb extra lean ground beef1 (15 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans,...

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Cheesy Pepper Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Cheesy Pepper Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (30 count) packages saltine crackers, crushed fine1 eggs1/2 teaspoon...

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Lasagna Roll Ups
AppetizersLasagnaMain dish

Lasagna Roll Ups

Ingredients: 8 ounces dry lasagna noodles16 ounces ricotta cheese2 eggs10 ounces frozen chopped spinach...

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Campbell's Seafood Tomato Alfredo
FishMain dishPasta

Campbell’s Seafood Tomato Alfredo

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine1 medium onions, chopped1 can campbell condensed...

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German Style Breaded Cutlets with Swiss Cheese
ChickenMain dishPoultry

German Style Breaded Cutlets with Swiss Cheese

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, pounded thinly2 tablespoons flour, plus more for...

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Hot and Sour Salmon over Greens
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Hot and Sour Salmon over Greens

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs bok choy or 2 1/2 lbs baby bok choy, stem...

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Pizza Burgers for 2
< 30 minsMain dishOne Dish meal

Pizza Burgers for 2

Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground beef1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning1/4...

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Shrimp and White Bean Stew
Main dishSoups & stewsStews

Shrimp and White Bean Stew

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onions, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 (15 ounce) cans...

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Simple Beef Tips and Gravy
BeefMain dishMeat

Simple Beef Tips and Gravy

Ingredients: 2 lbs beef sirloin tip1 (10 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup1...

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The Original Veggie-Burger: Falafel
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

The Original Veggie-Burger: Falafel

Ingredients: 4 cups chickpeas ( garbanzo beans)4 tablespoons tahini ( sesame butter)1/3 cup minced...

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Festive Pork Roast
Main dishMeatPork

Festive Pork Roast

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups dry red wine2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar1/2 cup water1/2...

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Lemon Coriander Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Lemon Coriander Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breastssalt and pepper3 garlic cloves, minced3 lemons, juice and...

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Pineapple Chicken Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Pineapple Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups cooked chicken, roughly chopped1 cup diced pineapple1/2-3/4 cup diced celery...

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Oriental Braised Eggplant (Aubergine)
Main dishSide dishesVegetables

Oriental Braised Eggplant (Aubergine)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs eggplants1 teaspoon salt1 1/2 teaspoons chili paste1 1/2 tablespoons garlic,...

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