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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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Simple Goulash
< 60 minsKid FriendlyMain dish

Simple Goulash

Ingredients: 1 1/2-2 lbs ground chuck or 1 1/2-2 lbs ground beef1 (16 ounce)...

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Salmon Trilogy (Part I): Potato Baked Salmon
Main dishOne Dish mealSalmon

Salmon Trilogy (Part I): Potato Baked Salmon

Ingredients: 3/4 lb salmon fillets, fresh and without skin, about 1-1 1/2 inch thick1...

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Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 cup water1 cup milk1 tablespoon...

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Chilled Tomato and Dill Soup
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Chilled Tomato and Dill Soup

Ingredients: 3 cups fresh tomatoes, peeled,seeded and coarsely chopped1 cup sour cream1/4 cup green...

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Aunt Bee's Lentil Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Aunt Bee’s Lentil Soup

Ingredients: 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced1 lb lentils1/2 cup chopped onions1/2 cup sliced celery1/2...

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Curried Salmon Pastry
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Curried Salmon Pastry

Ingredients: 210 g pink salmon, drained1 medium carrots, grated1 1/2 cups grated cheese1 medium...

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Tofu Turkey Roast (Gluten-Free
BeansMain dishSoy/tofu

Tofu Turkey Roast (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Vegan )

Ingredients: 2 3/4 lbs extra firm tofu ( or hard tofu, NOT silken) 5...

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Chicken With Orzo and Veggies
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken With Orzo and Veggies

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil1 large red onions, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, smashed1 sweet...

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Easy Cheesy Pork Casserole
CasserolesMain dishPork

Easy Cheesy Pork Casserole

Ingredients: 6 boneless pork chops6 russet potatoes, thinly sliced1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed...

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Chile Rellenos
CasserolesCheeseMain dish

Chile Rellenos

Ingredients: 1 cup chopped onions1 1/2 tablespoons butter2 (5 ounce) cans chopped green chilies,...

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Cube Steaks Au Poivre
BeefMain dishMeat

Cube Steaks Au Poivre

Ingredients: 4 cube steaks3 tablespoons butter1 1/2 teaspoons fresh coarse ground black pepper1 teaspoon...

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Pork Chops O'brien
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Pork Chops O’brien

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil6 pork chopsseasoning salt1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed cream...

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Mom's Cajun Spaghetti
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Mom’s Cajun Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 medium onions, chopped1 1/2 teaspoons cajun seasoning, your...

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< 60 minsCasserolesMain dish

Sue Sue’s Casserole

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground round1 large onions, chopped8 ounces of small egg noodles,...

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Stuffed Mexican Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Stuffed Mexican Chicken

Ingredients: 4 -5 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded until thin1/2 cup melted butter1/2 cup...

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Teresa's Taco Casserole
CasserolesMain dishTurkey

Teresa’s Taco Casserole

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil1/2 cup chopped onions1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1 lb ground turkey or...

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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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Broccoli and Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Broccoli and Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: coarse salt1 lb elbow macaroni or 1 lb cavatappi pasta2 1/2 cups broccoli...

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Pasta Puttanesca ( the Madame's Pasta )
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Pasta Puttanesca ( the Madame’s Pasta )

Ingredients: 1/2 lb spaghetti1 (14 ounce) cans Italian tomatoes1/2 teaspoon sugar4 tablespoons flat leaf...

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Jenny-Approved Hamburger-Spinach-Tomato-Pasta One Dish Meal
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Jenny-Approved Hamburger-Spinach-Tomato-Pasta One Dish Meal

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef1 medium onions ( chopped)3 garlic cloves ( either chopped...

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Wonderful Chicken Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Wonderful Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts2 cans French style green beans, drained2 -3 potatoes,...

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Grilled Herb Shrimp and Mango Salsa
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Grilled Herb Shrimp and Mango Salsa

Ingredients: 3 garlic cloves, minced1 medium yellow onions, finely chopped1/4 cup minced fresh flat-leaf...

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Quick Meatball Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Quick Meatball Lasagna

Ingredients: 2 (16 ounce) packages cooked italian-style meatballs, thawed ( approximately 60 meatballs)2 (26...

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Chipotle Rice
Long Grain riceMain dishSide dishes

Chipotle Rice

Ingredients: 3 cups rice, cooked ( We use Basmati rice)1/3 cup extra-strong chicken broth...

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Sourdough Pizza Crust
ItalianMain dishPizza

Sourdough Pizza Crust

Ingredients: 1/2 cup warm water2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon...

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Honey Dijon Chicken and Rice
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Honey Dijon Chicken and Rice

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-size pieces1 medium...

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Four Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Four Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 2/3 cup ricotta cheese1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese1/4 cup...

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Fruity Roast Pork With Fruity Port Sauce
FruitMain dishPork

Fruity Roast Pork With Fruity Port Sauce

Ingredients: 500 g pork tenderloins, filet1 small apples, peeled, cored, finely chopped1/4 cup craisins1/2...

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Basic Smothered Steak and Onions
BeefMain dishMeat

Basic Smothered Steak and Onions

Ingredients: 1/2 cup flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon black pepper2 lbs top round steaks or...

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Cheesy Parmesan Chicken or Turkey Meatballs
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Cheesy Parmesan Chicken or Turkey Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken ( or use white and dark ground turkey meat)1...

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Pouch Potatoes Italiano
Lunch/snacksMain dishTurkey

Pouch Potatoes Italiano

Ingredients: 1 1/3 lbs potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes4 smoked turkey sausage, sliced 1/4-inch...

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Meat and Potatoes Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Meat and Potatoes Casserole

Ingredients: 1/2 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch thick rounds3 medium yellow...

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Sausage Stuffed Bell Peppers
Main dishPorkRice

Sausage Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 6 medium green bell peppers1 lb bulk sausage2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce2...

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Beef
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef, Macaroni and Tomato Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef5 -6 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon...

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Peppered Flank Steak
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Peppered Flank Steak

Ingredients: 1 (1 1/2 lb) lean flank steak1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper1 teaspoon bottled...

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Italian Ground Beef Dinner
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Italian Ground Beef Dinner

Ingredients: 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs1/4 cup chopped onions1/4 cup chopped green peppers1 tablespoon minced...

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Vegetarian Pasta Sauce with Kidney Beans and whole wheat pasta
Main dishPastaVegetables

Vegetarian Pasta Sauce with Kidney Beans and whole wheat pasta

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil6 green onions, with tops,chopped1 large red onions or 1...

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Open-Face Crab and Artichoke Melt
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Open-Face Crab and Artichoke Melt

Ingredients: 2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese1 1/2 cups mayonnaise1 medium onions, chopped12 ounces...

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Chicken Caesar Salad Pizza
ChickenMain dishPizza

Chicken Caesar Salad Pizza

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups shredded roasted chicken breast1/2 cup bottled creamy caesar salad dressing...

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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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Grilled Chipotle Mexican Black Bean Burgers
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Grilled Chipotle Mexican Black Bean Burgers

Ingredients: 1 (15 1/2 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained1/4 cup chopped onions1/4...

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Chicken Pizza Florentine
Chicken breastMain dishPizza

Chicken Pizza Florentine

Ingredients: 1 prepared pizza crust ( I use a large Boboli)1 chicken breasts2 limes1...

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The great Burrito Stack
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

The great Burrito Stack

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 small onions, chopped1/2 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon...

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Beefy Biscuit Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Beefy Biscuit Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1/4 cup chopped onions1 teaspoon minced garlic1 (14 1/2...

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Boston Market Macaroni and Cheese
Main dishPastaSide dishes

Boston Market Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 3 cups spiral shaped pasta2/3 cup milk1 lb Velveeta cheese, cubed1/4 teaspoon dry...

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Mustard Herb Glazed Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Mustard Herb Glazed Chicken

Ingredients: 6 boneless chicken breasts, with skinsalt & freshly ground black pepper1/4 cup extra...

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Rosemary Lemon Pepper Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Rosemary Lemon Pepper Chicken

Ingredients: 6 chicken thighs2 heaping tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning ( or a little regular...

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Meatball Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Meatball Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 small sweet onions, diced1 small green bell peppers, diced1 clove garlic, pressed1...

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Thai Spicy Beef
BeefMain dishMeat

Thai Spicy Beef

Ingredients: 1 lb beef flank steak, sliced thinly across the grain1/4 green bell peppers,...

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Fillet of Beef with Salsa Verde
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Fillet of Beef with Salsa Verde

Ingredients: 500 g filet of beef, trimmed of all visible fat and sinew4 tablespoons...

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Gourmet Bleu Cheese Burgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Gourmet Bleu Cheese Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup Yoshida gourmet sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon fresh ground...

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Cracked Pepper Lemon Pasta
Main dishPenneSpaghetti

Cracked Pepper Lemon Pasta

Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked pasta2 teaspoons olive oil2 cloves garlic, grated into a pulp3...

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Carolyn's Shrimp Creole
Main dishShrimpStews

Carolyn’s Shrimp Creole

Ingredients: 1 cup oil1 cup flour2 cups chopped onions1 cup chopped bell peppers2 cloves...

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Chicken and Penne Parmesan
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken and Penne Parmesan

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine3 -4 boneless chicken breasts, cut into...

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Pasta With Creamy Goat Cheese Tomato Sauce
Lunch/snacksMain dishPasta

Pasta With Creamy Goat Cheese Tomato Sauce

Ingredients: 2 ounces pasta ( about 1 cup cooked)1/2 cup tomato puree1/4 cup goat...

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Tuna
CasserolesMain dishTuna

Tuna, Potato and Leek Casserole

Ingredients: 2 lbs russet potatoes ( 6 medium)4 leeks1 tablespoon olive oil2 large eggs3...

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Saucy Short Ribs
BeefMain dishMeat

Saucy Short Ribs

Ingredients: 2 lbs short rib of beef2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce1 (8 ounce)...

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Crispy Baked Barbecued Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Crispy Baked Barbecued Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumbs1 teaspoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon garlic...

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Balsamic Pork Tenderloin
Main dishPorkPork loins

Balsamic Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 2 lbs pork tenderloins2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 cloves...

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Autumn Two Potato Scallop
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Autumn Two Potato Scallop

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8 inch...

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