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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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Chicken Soup for the Lazy
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Chicken Soup for the Lazy

Ingredients: 2 quarts chicken stock1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice3 boneless skinless chicken breasts,...

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Gravy With Sausage or Hamburger
Low sodiumMain dishOne Dish meal

Gravy With Sausage or Hamburger

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger or 1 lb breakfast sausage1/4 cup floursalt & pepper3 -3...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Coca Cola Chicken

Ingredients: 8 -12 chicken thighs, skin removed if desired ( or other pieces to...

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Apple and Chicken Hash
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Apple and Chicken Hash

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided1 cup chopped onions2 tart cooking apples, peeled, cored,...

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A Whole Lotta Pizza Casserole!
CasserolesMain dishPizza

A Whole Lotta Pizza Casserole!

Ingredients: 2 cups egg noodles2 teaspoons vegetable oil1 lb ground beef1/3 cup finely chopped...

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Frankfurters in a Loaf
BeefLunch/snacksMain dish

Frankfurters in a Loaf

Ingredients: 6 franks6 julienne strips cheddar cheese or 6 American cheese or 2 tablespoons...

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Salmon Patties With Dill Sauce
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon Patties With Dill Sauce

Ingredients: 16 ounces of leftover salmon or 16 ounces canned salmon2 cups loosely packed...

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Beer Marinated Beef Roast
BeefMain dishMeat

Beer Marinated Beef Roast

Ingredients: 3 -4 lbs beef roast ( sirloin, tri-tip, whatever)1 cup beer ( I...

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Artichoke Pasta Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Artichoke Pasta Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages pasta shells2 (7 ounce) cans artichoke hearts2 tablespoons butter...

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Quick Fish Pie
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Quick Fish Pie

Ingredients: 8 fluid ounces skim milk or 8 fluid ounces low-fat soymilk2 tablespoons plain...

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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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Mexican Chicken Soup (Caldo De Pollo)
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Mexican Chicken Soup (Caldo De Pollo)

Ingredients: 4 medium carrots, cut lengthwise and then in 3 inch lengths1 yellow zucchini,...

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Breaded Baked Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Breaded Baked Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops1 cup Italian breadcrumbs1/4 cup parmesan cheese1 tablespoon oregano1/2 tablespoon...

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Wild Boar Stew
Main dishPorkStews

Wild Boar Stew

Ingredients: 1 lb boned and cubed boar1/2 lb bacon1 onions, chopped1 teaspoon crushed garlic2...

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Persian Cabbage Rolls
Low calorieLow cholesterolMain dish

Persian Cabbage Rolls

Ingredients: 1/2 cup split peas1 large cabbage1 lb ground beef1 cup chopped onions1/2 cup...

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White Pesto Pizza
Main dishOne Dish mealPizza

White Pesto Pizza

Ingredients: 1 cup parsley, chopped1 cup basil, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced4 teaspoons olive oil2...

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Grace's Almond Chicken Stir-Fry
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Grace’s Almond Chicken Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 yellow onions, julienned2 garlic cloves, ground1/2 inch gingerroot, ground1/2...

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Main dishMeatPork

Marinated Pork Strips

Ingredients: 1/2 cup soy sauce3 tablespoons white sugar2 tablespoons minced onions2 cloves garlic, minced2...

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Holy Basil Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Holy Basil Chicken

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts1 green bell peppers, seeded and sliced1 tablespoon...

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Pan-Poached Salmon Piccata
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Pan-Poached Salmon Piccata

Ingredients: 1 cup water8 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 lb salmon fillets2...

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Skillet Pork Chops With Beer and Garlic
Main dishPorkPork chops

Skillet Pork Chops With Beer and Garlic

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 pork chops2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 cup...

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Vegetarian Spaghetti Bolognese
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Vegetarian Spaghetti Bolognese

Ingredients: 16 ounces whole wheat spaghetti1 tablespoon oil4 garlic cloves, crushed3 onions, diced1 red...

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Ham And Macaroni Salad
Main dishSaladsSide dishes

Ham And Macaroni Salad

Ingredients: 1/2 lb boiled ham or 1/2 lb baked ham1/2 cup cheddar cheese, diced2...

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30 Minute Chicken and Dumplings
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

30 Minute Chicken and Dumplings

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs chicken breast tenders1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 turn of the...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Giavourlakia Avgolemono (Lamb and Rice Meatballs)

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground lamb1/4 cup rice1 small onions, chopped3 teaspoons parsley, chopped2 teaspoons...

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Pork Chops and Veggies
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops and Veggies

Ingredients: 5 -6 pork chops ( boneless or with bones)2 -3 large potatoes, peeled...

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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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Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir Fry
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir Fry

Ingredients: 1/2 cup smucker’s low-sugar apricot preserves1 tablespoon vinegar1 teaspoon garlic salt1 teaspoon ginger1...

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Parmesan Chicken Skillet
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Parmesan Chicken Skillet

Ingredients: 3 boneless chicken breast halves, cut in bite size pieces2 tablespoons flour1 teaspoon...

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Congee (Jook): Asian Turkey Rice Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Congee (Jook): Asian Turkey Rice Soup

Ingredients: turkey carcass or chicken carcasses ( or I have used chicken pieces)6 cups...

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Low-Fat Bruschetta
AppetizersGrainsMain dish

Low-Fat Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1/4 cup dry-pack sun-dried tomatoes1 1/4 cups boiling water14 inches long granary French...

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Grilled Shrimp Nam Prik
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Grilled Shrimp Nam Prik

Ingredients: 1 1/2-2 lbs large shrimp1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon minced chili, to taste3 tablespoons...

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Chicken Burrito - OAMC
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Burrito – OAMC

Ingredients: 2 chicken bouillon cubes4 cups hot water4 cups instant rice or 2 cups...

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Apple Gorgonzola Fettuccine
CheeseMain dishPasta

Apple Gorgonzola Fettuccine

Ingredients: 2 inches dry spinach fettuccine, cooked according to package directions4 tablespoons butter1/2 teaspoon...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Choban Salatasi (Turkish “Shepherd’s” Salad)

Ingredients: 2 large tomatoes, peeled,seeded & diced2 cucumbers, peeled,seeded & diced3 small green peppers...

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Marinated Tofu for Meat-Eaters Who Hate Tofu
Lunch/snacksMain dishSoy/tofu

Marinated Tofu for Meat-Eaters Who Hate Tofu

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) packages extra firm tofu1 cup marinade ( I like a...

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Spicy Potatoes (Rasadar Aloo)
Main dishPotatoesSide dishes

Spicy Potatoes (Rasadar Aloo)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs small potatoes ( as evenly sized as possible)3 medium tomatoes...

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Kodiak Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Kodiak Casserole

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef4 cups diced onions2 garlic cloves, minced3 medium green peppers,...

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Black Beans and Rice

Ingredients: 4 cups water2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided ( or to taste, I don’t...

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Feta Cheeseburger for 1
BeefLunch/snacksMain dish

Feta Cheeseburger for 1

Ingredients: 4 -6 ounces ground beef or 4 -6 ounces lamb1/2 teaspoon hot sweet...

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Crunchy Parmesan Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Crunchy Parmesan Chicken

Ingredients: 3 ounces French fried onion rings, crushed3/4 cup parmesan cheese1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs1...

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Brunswick Chicken Stew
Low sodiumMain dishStews

Brunswick Chicken Stew

Ingredients: 3 lbs broiler-fryer chickens, cut into 8 pieces1 teaspoon butter or 1 teaspoon...

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Bourbon Barbecued Rib-Eye Steaks
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Bourbon Barbecued Rib-Eye Steaks

Ingredients: 1/2 cup Bourbon1/4 cup ketchup2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons soy sauce1...

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Pork and Apple Stew
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Pork and Apple Stew

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter1 lb pork, cubes2 large onions, coarsely chopped3...

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Grilled Safari Steak With Mango Chutney and Mushrooms
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Grilled Safari Steak With Mango Chutney and Mushrooms

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs rump steak1/2 cup chutney1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon...

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My Onion "Fried" Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

My Onion “Fried” Chicken

Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken1 1/2 ounces cans French-fried onions, coarsely crushed ( 1/2 cup)1/4...

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Chicken Noodle Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Noodle Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup1/2 cup milk1 cup frozen...

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Roast Rack of Pork with Port Sauce
Main dishMeatPork

Roast Rack of Pork with Port Sauce

Ingredients: 8 -10 lbs center cut pork loin1 1/2 teaspoons salt1 1/2 teaspoons pepper2...

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Chili Pork Steak
Main dishPorkPork chops

Chili Pork Steak

Ingredients: 4 pork shoulder steaks2 tablespoons margarine ( butter browns too fast)1 (10 ounce)...

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Olive Garden Chicken Formaggio Pizza
ChickenMain dishPizza

Olive Garden Chicken Formaggio Pizza

Ingredients: 4 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoons diced onions1 cup...

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Yellow Squash and Zucchini Stir Fry
Main dishSquashVegetables

Yellow Squash and Zucchini Stir Fry

Ingredients: 2 medium yellow squash1 medium zucchini1/2 cup red bell peppers, cut into chunks1...

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Cheesy Tater Tots Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Cheesy Tater Tots Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (15 ounce) cans green beans1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans...

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Swiss Steak Without Tomato
BeefMain dishMeat

Swiss Steak Without Tomato

Ingredients: 2 lbs round steaks, cut into serving pieces and pounded thin1/2 cup flour,...

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Deep Fried Oysters
Main dishSeafoodShellfish

Deep Fried Oysters

Ingredients: 2 lbs fresh oysters1 cup flour1 eggs1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup milkoil...

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Simple Burrito Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Simple Burrito Casserole

Ingredients: 8 -10 tortillas16 ounces refried beans1 1/4 ounces taco seasoning1 -2 lb hamburger...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Barbecued Beer Chicken

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons minced ginger6 -8 minced garlic cloves1 (12 ounce) cans beer...

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Yummy Low Carb Low Fat Grilled Eggplant (Aubergine)
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Yummy Low Carb Low Fat Grilled Eggplant (Aubergine)

Ingredients: 2 small eggplants1 (16 ounce) packages fat free mozzarella cheese1 (15 ounce) containers...

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Mexi-Stack
Main dishNorth americanOne Dish meal

Mexi-Stack

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 1/2 teaspoons cumin1 teaspoon garlic1 teaspoon beef bouillon2...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Anti-Martha Stewart Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 -1 1/2 lb ground beef1 lb pork sausage1/2 medium onions, chopped1 eggs,...

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Baked Stuffed Cabbage
BeefGround beefMain dish

Baked Stuffed Cabbage

Ingredients: 8 large green cabbage leaves1 lb lean ground beef1/4 cup chopped onions2 tablespoons...

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