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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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Amazing Thin Crust Pizza
For large groupsMain dishPizza

Amazing Thin Crust Pizza

Ingredients: 2 cups bread flour, plusmore bread flour, for dusting the work surface1 teaspoon...

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Ritzy Chicken Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Ritzy Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 1 cooked chicken, diced1 1/2 cups celery, chopped1 cup onions, chopped1 1/2 cups...

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Ground Pork and Potato Balls
Main dishMeatPork

Ground Pork and Potato Balls

Ingredients: 1 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons milk1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs1 cup shredded peeled raw potatoes1...

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Chicken Cutlets with Fried Capers
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Cutlets with Fried Capers, Parsley, and Lemon

Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons capers, rinsed,drained,and patted dry1 1/4 lbs...

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Italian Sausage
Main dishMeatPork

Italian Sausage

Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons salt3 1/2 teaspoons paprika2/3 teaspoon garlic powder1/3 teaspoon fennel seeds1...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Maid Rites

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 (10 1/4 ounce) cans Campbell’s...

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All-In-One Spaghetti
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

All-In-One Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 large onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 (8 ounce) cans...

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Quickie Beef Stroganoff
BeefMain dishMeat

Quickie Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients: 12 ounces boneless round steak, cut in thin slices1 tablespoon oil2 cups sliced...

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Barbecued Roast Pork Tenderloin(Char Shui)
Lunch/snacksMain dishPork loins

Barbecued Roast Pork Tenderloin(Char Shui)

Ingredients: 1 kg pork fillets2 cloves garlic, minced3 slices ginger, 6 mm thick1 teaspoon...

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Quick Veggie Quesadillas
AppetizersMain dishVegetables

Quick Veggie Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil1 -2 clove garlic, minced1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup...

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Quick Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Quick Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients: 2 cups chopped cooked chicken1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken...

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Easy Old Fashioned Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Easy Old Fashioned Meatloaf

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef1 cup soft breadcrumbs1 beaten eggs1/2 cup ketchup1 clove...

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Pork Fillets With a Honey Glaze
Main dishMeatPork

Pork Fillets With a Honey Glaze

Ingredients: 3 garlic cloves, crushed3 tablespoons tomato ketchup1/4 cup light soy sauce4 tablespoons liquid...

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AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Senora Suzita’s All Purpose Mexican Chicken

Ingredients: 2 cooked chicken4 tablespoons butteronions, chopped1 (10 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with mild...

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BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Balsamic Marinated Flank Steak-Low Carb

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs flank steaks1/3 cup finely chopped onions1 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons...

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Garden Vegetable Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Garden Vegetable Pizza

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) containers flavored spreadable phildelphia cream cheese ( your choice)1 Boboli...

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Express Italian Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Express Italian Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breast halves1 (6 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts10 fresh mushrooms,...

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Crunchy Paprika Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Crunchy Paprika Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 cup melted margarine1/2 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper1/4-1/2 teaspoon...

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Chinese-style Tofu "Sauce"
Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Chinese-style Tofu “Sauce”

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil1 teaspoon fresh grated gingerroot1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic2 small red...

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Broadway New York Strip
BeefMain dishMeat

Broadway New York Strip

Ingredients: 4 pieces New York strip steaks, about 3/4 inch thick1/2 cup olive oil1/4...

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Cashew Crusted Chicken and Dried Fruit
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Cashew Crusted Chicken and Dried Fruit

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breastssalt and pepper3 tablespoons flour1 eggs, mixed with1 tablespoon...

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BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Good and Plenty

Ingredients: 1 lb ground sirloin ( 10 percent fat)6 cups boiling water2 (1 1/4...

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Creamy Cheesy Cauliflower Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishSoups & stews

Creamy Cheesy Cauliflower Soup

Ingredients: 1 head chopped cauliflower1/2 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese1/2 cup shredded sharp...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Marsala With Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs chicken tenders1/2 lemons1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/4 cup flour6...

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Potato and Apple Bake
ApplesMain dishPotatoes

Potato and Apple Bake

Ingredients: 4 medium onions4 medium potatoes4 medium apples2 cups vegetable stock1/2 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon...

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Greek Rice and Shrimp Bake With Feta Crumb Topping
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Greek Rice and Shrimp Bake With Feta Crumb Topping

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups chicken stock1 bay leaves1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon lemon juice1 1/4...

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Sandwiches from Roast Leftovers
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Sandwiches from Roast Leftovers

Ingredients: cooked beef or pork, leftovers1 cup ketchup1/4 cup barbecue sauce1/2 cup brown sauce...

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Penne With Creamy Vodka Sauce
Main dishOne Dish mealPenne

Penne With Creamy Vodka Sauce

Ingredients: 16 ounces penne pasta2 (26 ounce) jars prego pasta sauce ( Chunky Tomato,...

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Cheeseburger Mashed Potato Pie
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Cheeseburger Mashed Potato Pie

Ingredients: 4 large skinned and boiled potatoes1 cup milk1/2 lb ground beef2 cups shredded...

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" Cheeseburger" Meatloaf for Lactose Intolerant Cheese
BeefGround beefMain dish

” Cheeseburger” Meatloaf for Lactose Intolerant Cheese

Ingredients: 3 lbs lean ground beef1 cup galaxy foods soy Veggie Shreds cheese (...

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Lemon Pork Chop Bake
Main dishMeatPork

Lemon Pork Chop Bake

Ingredients: 6 pork chops, 1/2 inch thick1 lemons3/4 cup ketchup1/4 cup packed brown sugar1...

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Aglio Olio (Garlic and Oil Pasta)
Main dishPastaSide dishes

Aglio Olio (Garlic and Oil Pasta)

Ingredients: 1 lb linguine5 garlic cloves, minced fine1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/3 cup...

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Oven Barbecue Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Oven Barbecue Chicken

Ingredients: 4 -6 chicken breasts ( I used boneless)1 cup flour2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Teriyaki Tuna With Wasabi Mayonnaise and Pickled Ginger
Lunch/snacksMain dishTuna

Teriyaki Tuna With Wasabi Mayonnaise and Pickled Ginger

Ingredients: 1/2 cup teriyaki marinade1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger3...

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Spaghetti With Tuna and Lemon
Main dishSpaghettiTuna

Spaghetti With Tuna and Lemon

Ingredients: 500 g spaghetti2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped4 tablespoons parsley,...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Roasted Vegetable Sandwich

Ingredients: 1 eggplants, sliced into strips2 red bell peppers2 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 portabella...

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Leek
CheeseMain dishPizza

Leek, Tomato, Goat Cheese Pizza

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons butter2 medium leeks, thinly sliced1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced3/4 cup...

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Easy King Ranch Dish
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Easy King Ranch Dish

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, cut into chunks2 medium tomatoes, diced3/4 cup low-fat sour...

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Beefy Mushroom Soup
BeefMain dishSoups & stews

Beefy Mushroom Soup

Ingredients: 3/4 cup chopped onions8 ounces sliced mushrooms4 tablespoons butter6 tablespoons flour2 teaspoons beef...

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Good Oven-Fried Taco Chicken!
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Good Oven-Fried Taco Chicken!

Ingredients: 1/3 cup flour1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelopes taco seasoning mix, or homemade1/4 teaspoon...

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Stuffed Portabella Ala Cajun
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Stuffed Portabella Ala Cajun

Ingredients: 2 large portabella mushrooms ( stem and gills removed)1 (8 ounce) chicken breasts6...

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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rotini
< 4 hoursMain dishOne Dish meal

Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rotini

Ingredients: 1 1/2-2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 3-4salt and pepper1/2 cup chopped...

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Southwestern Skillet Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Southwestern Skillet Pasta

Ingredients: 2 (10 ounce) cans enchilada sauce8 ounces wagon wheel macaroni1 (15 ounce) cans...

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Vegetable Shrimp Fried Rice
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Vegetable Shrimp Fried Rice

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil2 teaspoons sesame oil1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and...

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Baked Chicken Tenders
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Baked Chicken Tenders

Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) sleeve round butter flavored crackers1/2 cup parmesan cheese1/2 cup butter,...

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Shepherd's Pie English Style
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Shepherd’s Pie English Style

Ingredients: 5 large potatoes2 teaspoons salt ( divided)2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons half-and-half cream (...

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Real Southern Fried Chicken
Lunch/snacksMain dishSnacks

Real Southern Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 1 cup vegetable oil1 eggs, beaten1/2 teaspoon oregano1/2 teaspoon rosemary1/2 teaspoon tarragon1/2 teaspoon...

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Baked Chicken And Gravy
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Baked Chicken And Gravy

Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken pieces, i use legs and thighs1/4 cup flour1/4 cup butter,...

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Microwaved Stuffed Chicken Breasts
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Microwaved Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter2 cups breadcrumbs ( made from day old bread)1 -2 tablespoon...

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Sauerkraut Lasagna
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Sauerkraut Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages lasagna noodles, uncooked1 (16 ounce) cans sauerkraut, drained3 tablespoons...

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Chicken Frangelica
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Frangelica

Ingredients: 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts4 tablespoons flour2 tablespoons white wine worcestershire sauce...

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Marinated Salmon Seared in a Pepper Crust
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Marinated Salmon Seared in a Pepper Crust

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons soy sauce1 garlic cloves, pressed2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice1 teaspoon sugar3/4...

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Pasta 'n' Potatoes
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Pasta ‘n’ Potatoes

Ingredients: 1 lb any small shell pasta1 large onions, chopped6 cloves crushed garlic (...

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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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Pigeon Casserole in Red Wine Sauce
CasserolesMain dishStews

Pigeon Casserole in Red Wine Sauce

Ingredients: 4 ounces bacon, diced1 ounce butter ( 50 g)4 pigeons or 2 wood...

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American Style Butter Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

American Style Butter Chicken

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless chicken, cut into bite size1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste1/2 cup plain...

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Taco Soup (The Easiest)
BeefMain dishSoups & stews

Taco Soup (The Easiest)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs hamburger meat1 onions, chopped1 (11 ounce) cans white corn, niblets...

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Taco Macaroni and Cheese Skillet
Elbow macaroniGround beefMain dish

Taco Macaroni and Cheese Skillet

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages macaroni noodles, cooked1 lb ground beef1 small onions, finely...

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Red Snapper with Mustard Sauce
FishMain dishSeafood

Red Snapper with Mustard Sauce

Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) red snapper fillets3 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons prepared mustard (...

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Pan Fried Pork Chops
< 60 minsMain dishTime to make

Pan Fried Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 center-cut pork chops5 tablespoons vegetable oil2 cups flour1 tablespoon black pepper1 teaspoon...

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