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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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Grilled Cheese Perfection
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Grilled Cheese Perfection

Ingredients: 2 slices cheese2 pieces bread2 slices tomatoesbutter Directions: Slice tomatoes while butter is...

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Garlic-Crusted Sourdough With Cheddar
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Garlic-Crusted Sourdough With Cheddar

Ingredients: 3 cups water2 medium garlic cloves, peeled2 tablespoons butter, at room temperature1/4 cup...

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Cedar-Planked BBQ Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Cedar-Planked BBQ Salmon

Ingredients: 8 (6 ounce) salmon fillets, skinless2 cedar planks, soaked in water for 4...

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Superior Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Superior Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelopes onion soup mix ( I use Liptons)2 lbs...

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Orange Beef Teriyaki
Beef steaksMain dishOranges

Orange Beef Teriyaki

Ingredients: 1 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges1 tablespoon cornstarch1 1/2 lbs boneless beef top...

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Prawns With Gorgonzola Cheese
CheeseMain dishShrimp

Prawns With Gorgonzola Cheese

Ingredients: 10 large prawns, shelled, deveined and butterflied2 tablespoons butter1 garlic cloves, finely minced1...

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Italian Chicken Burgers
< 30 minsMain dishTime to make

Italian Chicken Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken ( or turkey)1 eggs1/4 cup parmesan cheese ( the...

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Hearty Chicken Cacciatore
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Hearty Chicken Cacciatore

Ingredients: 3 1/2 lbs chicken pieces1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided1 tablespoon...

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Falafel II
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Falafel II

Ingredients: 1 cup dry chickpeas4 -6 garlic cloves1 large onions, quartered1/2 cup loosely packed...

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"the Best " Beef Stroganoff
BeefMain dishWhite rice

“the Best ” Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil2 cups cubed beef ( I use sirloin)2...

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Chinese Style Spaghetti
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

Chinese Style Spaghetti

Ingredients: 300 g extra firm tofu1 garlic cloves2 teaspoons ginger1 tablespoon light soy sauce...

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Balsamic Maple Glaze Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Balsamic Maple Glaze Salmon

Ingredients: 1/4 cup grapefruit juice or 1/4 cup orange juice1/4 cup maple syrup3 tablespoons...

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Potato Flake Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Potato Flake Chicken

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts2 -3 tablespoons margarine1 eggs, slightly beaten2...

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Michelle's Chipotle Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Michelle’s Chipotle Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 tablespoon seasoning salt3 scallions, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil1...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Mini Italian Meatloaves

Ingredients: 1 eggs1 cup milk1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs1 teaspoon salt1 1/2 lbs lean...

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Big Beefy Bacon Bean Burritos
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Big Beefy Bacon Bean Burritos

Ingredients: 5 slices bacon, chopped5 -6 ounces lean ground beef4 ounces chopped sweet onions1...

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Golden Chicken Squares
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Golden Chicken Squares

Ingredients: 8 slices white bread, cubed1/2 cup onions, chopped1 (10 ounce) cans cream of...

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CHICKEN-ON-A-STICK (WITH PEANUT DIPPING SAUCE)
ChickenMain dishPoultry

CHICKEN-ON-A-STICK (WITH PEANUT DIPPING SAUCE)

Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts1/4 cup lime juice ( or lemon)1/4 cup water2 tablespoons...

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Shrimp and Scallop Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishShrimp

Shrimp and Scallop Lasagna

Ingredients: 12 lasagna noodles ( I used the kind you don’t have to boil)3...

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Hungry Man Pork Tenderloin
Main dishPorkPork loins

Hungry Man Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon hot sauce1 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup soy sauce1...

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Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Persian Lamb and Chickpea Stew (Qormeh Sabzi)

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 1/2 lbs lamb shoulder, finely diced1 large onions, chopped1/2...

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Main dishSavory piesVegetables

Vegetable Pie

Ingredients: 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, defrosted2 cups mashed potatoessalt, pepper2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup...

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Caribbean Chicken Breast
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Caribbean Chicken Breast

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate1 teaspoon orange zest1 tablespoon olive oil2 teaspoons...

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Curried Pork Chops
Main dishMeatPork

Curried Pork Chops

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons all-purpose flourto taste seasoning saltto taste black pepper, ground4 pork loin...

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Mango Glazed Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Mango Glazed Salmon

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger ( I use the ginger...

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Cheesy Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Cheesy Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 cups elbow macaroni1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, cut into pieces1...

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Jim's Chicken Provolone
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Jim’s Chicken Provolone

Ingredients: 4 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half1 tablespoon flour1 cup milkgarlic...

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Bourbon-Glazed Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Bourbon-Glazed Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar3 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons soy sauce2...

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My Favorite Swiss Steak
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

My Favorite Swiss Steak

Ingredients: flour1 -2 lb boneless round steaksalt and pepper1 -2 tablespoon vegetable oil1/2 medium...

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Potted Cheese Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Potted Cheese Sandwiches

Ingredients: 2 (4 1/4 ounce) cans potted meat1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1 loaf...

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Stove-Top Chicken in Red Wine Sauce
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Stove-Top Chicken in Red Wine Sauce

Ingredients: 4 skinless chicken breast halves2 tablespoons olive oil1 small onions, chopped1 clove garlic,...

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Swedish Pizza
Lunch/snacksMain dishPizza

Swedish Pizza

Ingredients: 1 sheet frozen puff pastryolive oil1/4 lb bacon1 small yellow onions or 1...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Firehouse Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 eggs, beaten1 cup soft breadcrumbs1/2 cup bottled pasta sauce with vegetables1 -2...

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Chicken Fried Cube Steaks
BeefBreakfastMain dish

Chicken Fried Cube Steaks

Ingredients: 2 lbs cube steaksmeat tenderizer3 1/2 cups flour2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons black pepper2...

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Simply Poached Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Simply Poached Salmon

Ingredients: 6 cups water2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1 small onions, chopped2 celery ribs, including...

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Awesome Rice Pilaf
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Awesome Rice Pilaf

Ingredients: 2 cups raw long-grain rice1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup oleo1 onions (...

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Best-Ever Sticky Wings
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Best-Ever Sticky Wings

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs chicken wings ( separated at joint, with wing tips discarded...

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Chicken and Italian Sausage Bake
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken and Italian Sausage Bake

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup celery ( chopped)1/2 cup onions ( chopped)2 Italian...

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Chicken Breast With Red Pepper Cream Sauce
Chicken breastMain dishStews

Chicken Breast With Red Pepper Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided2 red bell peppers, seeds and inner...

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Taste of Mexico Pie
BeefGround beefMain dish

Taste of Mexico Pie

Ingredients: 1 pastry for double-crust pie1 lb hamburger1/2 cup chopped onions1/2 cup diced green...

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FishMain dishPasta

Sicilian-Style Sardine Pasta With Breadcrumbs

Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil8 garlic cloves1...

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Taco Salad Wraps
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Taco Salad Wraps

Ingredients: 1/4 lb lean ground beef1/3 cup salsa, plus2 tablespoons salsa, divided1/4 cup chili...

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Husband Pleasin' Baked Beans
Ground beefMain dishSide dishes

Husband Pleasin’ Baked Beans

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef2 medium onions1/4 cup butter3 (15 ounce) cans cans ranch...

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Marsala Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Marsala Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 cup flour1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon...

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Veal Stew
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Veal Stew

Ingredients: 4 lbs veal shoulder, cut into cubes1/4 cup flour2 teaspoons saltpepper1/4 cup butter1/3...

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Mulligan Stew
Ground beefMain dishStews

Mulligan Stew

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, cooked and drained2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans vegetarian...

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Authentic Italian Spaghetti Sauce
Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Authentic Italian Spaghetti Sauce

Ingredients: 8 large fresh tomatoes, diced into small pieces1/2 cup olive oil8 cloves fresh...

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Comfort Pot Roast (For the Crock Pot)
BeefBeef roastMain dish

Comfort Pot Roast (For the Crock Pot)

Ingredients: 3 -5 lbs chuck roast1 medium onions, peeled and sliced1 -2 lb carrots,...

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Salsa Stoup - Rachael Ray 30 Minute Meals
Low proteinMain dishSoups & stews

Salsa Stoup – Rachael Ray 30 Minute Meals

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 turns of pan, plus some for...

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Rosemary Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Rosemary Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups dry breadcrumbs1/2 cup flour1 1/2 teaspoons salt1 1/2 teaspoons crushed...

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Sweet Potato Casserole with Pineapple
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Sweet Potato Casserole with Pineapple

Ingredients: 6 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces ( about...

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Mexican Ropa Vieja
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Mexican Ropa Vieja

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons peanut oil1 medium onions, chopped ( about 3/4 cup)1 small sweet...

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Balsamic Steak and Blue Cheese Salad
BeefMain dishSalads

Balsamic Steak and Blue Cheese Salad

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) boneless beef top sirloin steaks, 1/2 inch thick1/2 balsamic vinaigrette,...

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Chicken Curry III
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Curry III

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine1 lb boneless chicken breasts ( Chicken...

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Grilled Chicken Breast with Creamy Red Pepper Sauce
Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Grilled Chicken Breast with Creamy Red Pepper Sauce

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts4 teaspoons butter or 4 teaspoons margarine1/2 cup diced onions1 clove...

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Lemon Herbed Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Lemon Herbed Chicken

Ingredients: 1/4 cup vegetable oil1/4 cup ketchup or 1/4 cup chili sauce2 tablespoons lemon...

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Easy Oven Jambalaya
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Easy Oven Jambalaya

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups water1 1/2 cups uncooked rice1 can cream of celery soup1...

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Polevka S Jatrovymi Knedlicky (Soup With Beef Liver Dumplings)
Lunch/snacksMain dishSoups & stews

Polevka S Jatrovymi Knedlicky (Soup With Beef Liver Dumplings)

Ingredients: 1/2 lb beef liver, ground2 eggs1 cup dry breadcrumbs2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons...

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Chicken Breasts Dijon
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Breasts Dijon

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/4 cup Dijon mustard1 teaspoon canola oil2 tablespoons...

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Baked Fish With Orange
FishFruitMain dish

Baked Fish With Orange

Ingredients: 2 -3 ounces butter6 ounces fresh breadcrumbs1 garlic cloves, crushed or 1/2 teaspoon...

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