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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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Tombo's Chile Rellenos
BreakfastLow sodiumMain dish

Tombo’s Chile Rellenos

Ingredients: 2 (7 ounce) cans whole green chilies ( I use Ortega’s)1 cup cheddar...

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Oriental Pork Tenderloin in Foil Packets
BroccoliMain dishVegetables

Oriental Pork Tenderloin in Foil Packets

Ingredients: 12 ounces lean boneless pork tenderloins, cut into thin slices2 cups broccoli florets2...

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Leftover Turkey-mushroom-noodle Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Leftover Turkey-mushroom-noodle Casserole

Ingredients: 4 ounces medium egg noodles, cooked1 1/2 cups turkey, sliced3 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon...

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Maple Roasted Pork Tenderloin
Main dishPorkPork loins

Maple Roasted Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloins1/2 cup pure maple syrup2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons...

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Chipotle Cheese Fondue
AppetizersMain dishSauces

Chipotle Cheese Fondue

Ingredients: 1/2 lb finely diced gruyere cheese ( about 2 cups)1/2 lb finely diced...

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Breaded Breast of Chicken (Chicken Cutlets)
Chicken breastLunch/snacksMain dish

Breaded Breast of Chicken (Chicken Cutlets)

Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breast halves1 cup Italian style breadcrumbs2 eggs, beatensalt and pepper2...

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Classic Spinach Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishPasta

Classic Spinach Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 lb medium firm tofu1/4 cup soymilk1 teaspoon dried oregano3 teaspoons dried basil1...

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Broccoli and Tofu With Spicy Peanut Sauce
BroccoliMain dishSoy/tofu

Broccoli and Tofu With Spicy Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb firm tofu ( that has been frozen, thawed, pressed and cut...

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Main dishPastarice and grains

Pasta with Tomatoes, Olives and Capers

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs tomatoes, peeled,seeded,and chopped4 cloves garlic, finely chopped1 lb angel hair...

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Thomas Keller's Favorite Roast Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Thomas Keller’s Favorite Roast Chicken

Ingredients: 2 -3 lbs free-range chickenkosher salt & freshly ground black pepper2 teaspoons minced...

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Arugula Salad with Grilled Chicken and Fennel
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Arugula Salad with Grilled Chicken and Fennel

Ingredients: 1 head fennel5 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 tablespoons white wine vinegar1 clove garlic,...

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Mexican Cheesecake (Savoury)
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Mexican Cheesecake (Savoury)

Ingredients: 6 corn tortillas3 tablespoons melted butter or 3 tablespoons olive oil12 ounces plain...

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Mock Ham Loaf
BeefMain dishMeat

Mock Ham Loaf

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chuck1/2 lb hot dogs, chopped into very small pieces1 cup...

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Russian-Style Turkey Cutlets
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Russian-Style Turkey Cutlets

Ingredients: 2 slices good-quality white bread, crusts removed1/4 cup half-and-half1 lb ground turkey1 eggs1/2...

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Wild Ranch Chicken Wraps
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Wild Ranch Chicken Wraps

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) boxes Uncle Bens wild rice2 cups cooked chicken1/2 cup fat...

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Chicken Fajita Pizza
ChickenMain dishPizza

Chicken Fajita Pizza

Ingredients: 1 pizza dough ( the best is the already formed ones)1/4 cup sour...

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Baked Garlic Quail
Main dishMeatPoultry

Baked Garlic Quail

Ingredients: 4 quail4 garlic cloves, crushed3 tablespoons sambal oelek2 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons light soy...

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Lahanodolmathes (Greek Cabbage Rolls)
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Lahanodolmathes (Greek Cabbage Rolls)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 1/2 lbs ground pork1 cabbage, outer leaves discarded...

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Cheddar Broccoli Strudel
BroccoliMain dishSide dishes

Cheddar Broccoli Strudel

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup onions, minced1 large head...

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Borinquen Jibarito Sandwich
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Borinquen Jibarito Sandwich

Ingredients: 1 large green plantains, peeled and sliced lengthwise and in half ( 4...

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Chicken Broccoli Casserole
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Chicken Broccoli Casserole

Ingredients: 4 cups chopped cooked chicken30 ounces broccoli, chopped and cooked3 cups cooked rice1...

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Light Sweet and Sour Pork
Main dishMeatPork

Light Sweet and Sour Pork

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked rice12 ounces lean boneless pork1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs2 tablespoons melted...

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Gram's Baked Chicken
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Gram’s Baked Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, thawed1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans condensed cream of...

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Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Creamed Spinach Steak-House Style

Ingredients: 1 lb frozen chopped spinach, thawed, if frozen, excess moisture squeezed out1 1/2...

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Baked Chicken That Makes Its Own Gravy
Main dishMeatPoultry

Baked Chicken That Makes Its Own Gravy

Ingredients: 3 -4 lbs chicken pieces1/4 cup flour1/4 cup butter2/3 cup evaporated milk1 (10...

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Italian Vegetable Pasta Salad
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Italian Vegetable Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 5 cups broccoli florets4 cups cauliflower florets2 medium tomatoes, chopped1 bunch green onions,...

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Pepper Beef Steak Packets
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Pepper Beef Steak Packets

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless beef top sirloin steaks, 1/2-inch thick1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon...

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Scalloped Potatoes With Smoked Turkey
Main dishOne Dish mealTurkey

Scalloped Potatoes With Smoked Turkey

Ingredients: 1 garlic cloves, peeled and cut in 1/22 1/4 lbs baking potatoes, peeled...

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Two Step Tasty Tofu Scramble
BreakfastMain dishOne Dish meal

Two Step Tasty Tofu Scramble

Ingredients: 2 cups firm tofu, cubed1 big onions, chopped2 stalks celery, chopped2 medium tomatoes,...

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Moist and Delicious Italian Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Moist and Delicious Italian Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1/2 cup original Bisquick baking mix1/3 cup Italian dressing1/2 cup progresso garlic and...

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Noodle Rice Pilaf
Long Grain riceMain dishPasta

Noodle Rice Pilaf

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter1 cup long grain rice ( I use jasmine)1/2 cup uncooked...

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BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Steak With Ham, Provolone and Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil1/2 lb mushrooms, coarsley chopped1 large shallots, chopped1 garlic cloves,...

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Hungarian Noodles and Cabbage
Main dishOnionsPasta

Hungarian Noodles and Cabbage

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon salt4 cups finely shredded cabbage1 cup finely sliced onions (optional)4 tablespoons...

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Filet Mignons in Rustic Red Chile Sauce
BeefMain dishMeat

Filet Mignons in Rustic Red Chile Sauce

Ingredients: 6 (6 ounce) filet mignonsalt and pepper, for each filet1 tablespoon olive oil2...

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Hamburger and Rice-a-roni
BeefGround beefMain dish

Hamburger and Rice-a-roni

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger1 (7 ounce) boxes Rice-A-Roni2 tablespoons butter2 1/2 cups water Directions:...

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Crunchy Fish Fillet
FishMain dishSeafood

Crunchy Fish Fillet

Ingredients: 1/2 cup cornmeal4 white fish fillets2/3 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons fresh chives1 tablespoon sweet...

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Cheese Enchiladas
CheeseEggs/dairyMain dish

Cheese Enchiladas

Ingredients: 5 -6 flour tortillas, slightly heatedcheddar cheese, sliced1 (10 ounce) jars enchilada sauce1...

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Low calorie Vegetable soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishSoups & stews

Low calorie Vegetable soup

Ingredients: 1 cup carrots, sliced1 cup celery, sliced1 cup zucchini, sliced3 cups pumpkin, small...

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Autumn Minestrone
Lunch/snacksMain dishSoups & stews

Autumn Minestrone

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup chopped onions2 garlic cloves, minced2 1/2 cups peeled...

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Cajun Shrimp and Andouille in Cream Sauce
Main dishPastaShrimp

Cajun Shrimp and Andouille in Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined1 lb andouille sausages or 1 lb...

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Easy Lemon Chicken
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Easy Lemon Chicken

Ingredients: 1 cut up chicken or 6 chicken breasts1 can cream of mushroom soup1/2...

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Best and Easiest Pork Chops Ever
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Best and Easiest Pork Chops Ever

Ingredients: 6 pork chops6 potatoes, peeled and cut into bite size chunks6 carrots, peeled...

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Chicken with Green and Yellow Beans
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken with Green and Yellow Beans

Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh green beans, cut in 2 inch lengths1/2 lb fresh wax...

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Greek Island Chicken With Marinated Artichokes
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Greek Island Chicken With Marinated Artichokes

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil4 boneless chicken breasts, skinned1 onions, chopped4 garlic cloves, finely...

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ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Risotto

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons butter or 6 tablespoons margarine1 lb chicken breasts, cut in strips1...

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Roast Chicken in Kikko-Wine Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Roast Chicken in Kikko-Wine Sauce

Ingredients: 1 (3 lb) frying chickens6 tablespoons Kikkoman soy sauce, divided1 teaspoon garlic powder,...

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Oregon Salmon Patties
AppetizersMain dishSalmon

Oregon Salmon Patties

Ingredients: 1 (14 3/4 ounce) cans salmon2 tablespoons butter1 medium onions, chopped2/3 cup cracker...

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Filet Mignon With Portabella Sauce
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Filet Mignon With Portabella Sauce

Ingredients: 4 beef tenderloin steaks, cut 1 inch thick1 teaspoon olive oil1/4 teaspoon pepper2...

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Shepherd's Pie (Low Carb)
BeefGround beefMain dish

Shepherd’s Pie (Low Carb)

Ingredients: 1 head cauliflowersalt and pepper3 tablespoons cream cheese2 tablespoons butter1/2 lb ground beef,...

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Carolina-Style Barbecue Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Carolina-Style Barbecue Chicken

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves3/4 cup packed light brown sugar, divided3/4...

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Turkey Joes (sloppy joes)
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Turkey Joes (sloppy joes)

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground turkey1/2 medium bell peppers, chopped1/2 medium sweet red peppers,...

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Lasagna from the kitchen of Bernie Knight
LasagnaMain dishPasta

Lasagna from the kitchen of Bernie Knight

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 lb Italian sausage1/2 cup diced onions1 clove garlic,...

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Leek and Potato Pie
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Leek and Potato Pie

Ingredients: 2 lbs potatoes4 medium leeks1 tablespoon floursalt and pepper1 teaspoon nutmeg2 cups hot...

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Chicken a La King
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken a La King

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms3 green onions, sliced both white and...

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Amish BBQ Pork Chops
Main dishMeatPork

Amish BBQ Pork Chops

Ingredients: 6 pork chops, 1/2 inch1 can mushroom soup1 cup catsup1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2...

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Cottage Pies
< 4 hoursMain dishTime to make

Cottage Pies

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 cup carrots, scraped and coarsely chopped1 cup...

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Vegetable Two-Grain Casserole
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Vegetable Two-Grain Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (18 7/8 ounce) cans ready-to-serve lentil soup ( vegetarian)1 (15 ounce) cans...

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Penne Bolognese
Ground beefMain dishPenne

Penne Bolognese

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil1 onions, diced1 carrots, diced1 celery ribs, diced1/2 lb lean...

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Healthy Spaghetti
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Healthy Spaghetti

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 onions, chopped3 tablespoons fresh sweet basil, chopped8 roma tomatoes,...

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BeefMain dishStews

Caldillo (New Mexican Green Chile Stew)

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean beef round or 2 lbs pork2 tablespoons oil3 medium potatoes,...

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