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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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BLT Quesadillas
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

BLT Quesadillas

Ingredients: 4 slices bacon4 slices cheese ( I like to use provolone)4 slices tomatoes,...

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Stuffed Cabbage Head (Zelna Hlava Plnena)
BeefGround beefMain dish

Stuffed Cabbage Head (Zelna Hlava Plnena)

Ingredients: 1 head cabbage1 medium onions, chopped1/4 cup butter4 cloves garlic, minced1 lb ground...

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Low-Cal Green-Tea-Poached Shrimp Stir-Fry
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Low-Cal Green-Tea-Poached Shrimp Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 16 large shrimp, raw, peeled5 cups green tea, divided2 tablespoons ginger, minced, divided3...

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Fancy Fish Cakes
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalmon

Fancy Fish Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb russet potatoes, peeled,cut into 1/2 inch pieces6 ounces orange roughy fillets1/4...

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World Series Chicken and New Potatoes
ChickenMain dishPotatoes

World Series Chicken and New Potatoes

Ingredients: 12 -16 new potatoes ( any variety, I prefer mixed)1 (1 1/2 lb)...

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Bennett's Mussels
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Bennett’s Mussels

Ingredients: 3 dozen fresh mussels2 tablespoons olive oil1 small onions, chopped1 garlic cloves1 cup...

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Spanish Rice Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Spanish Rice Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb mild bulk sausage ( Jimmy Dean is best)1 cup uncooked rice1...

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Three-Cup Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Three-Cup Chicken

Ingredients: 1/3 cup sesame oil20 garlic cloves, minced ( yes, twenty!)10 slices thin fresh...

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The Shepherd's Turkey Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealTurkey

The Shepherd’s Turkey Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey1/2 cup onions, diced1/3 cup celery, diced1/2 teaspoon thyme1 teaspoon...

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Ham and Swiss Stromboli
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Ham and Swiss Stromboli

Ingredients: 1 (11 ounce) packages refrigerated French bread dough6 ounces thinly sliced deli ham6...

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Yummy Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Yummy Chicken

Ingredients: 3 whole chicken breasts, halved or 6 chicken breast halves21 ounces cream of...

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Meat Sauce
BeefGround beefMain dish

Meat Sauce

Ingredients: 5 lbs ground chuck2 cups onions1 green peppers9 cups canned tomatoes4 (6 ounce)...

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Beef and Cheese Stuffed Crescent Rolls
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef and Cheese Stuffed Crescent Rolls

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup1/2 cup...

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Drunken Dogs
BeefMain dishMeat

Drunken Dogs

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups ketchup1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed1/2 cup Bourbon1/2 cup water2...

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Squaw Rice
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Squaw Rice

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons oil1/2 teaspoon butter1 lb ground beef1 medium onions, diced small1 cup...

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Turkey Picadillo
Lunch/snacksMain dishTurkey

Turkey Picadillo

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey1/2 cup chopped onions1/4 cup chopped green bell peppers2 garlic...

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Pork Chops and Stuffing
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops and Stuffing

Ingredients: 4 pork chops3 cups dry breadcrumbs1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/4 cup butter, melted1 onions,...

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Chicken Enchiladas Creamy White Sauce
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Enchiladas Creamy White Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of chicken...

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Herby Apple Mashed Potato
Main dishPotatoesSide dishes

Herby Apple Mashed Potato

Ingredients: 300 g potatoes, Cubed2 cooking apples or 3 granny smith apples, peeled and...

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Angel Hair With Avocado and Tomatoes
Main dishSide dishesTomatoes

Angel Hair With Avocado and Tomatoes

Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons canola...

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Pasta With Roasted Garlic and Cherry Tomatoes
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Pasta With Roasted Garlic and Cherry Tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half12 garlic cloves, cut in half (...

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Chicken Stew With Tomatoes and Lima Beans
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Stew With Tomatoes and Lima Beans

Ingredients: 3 -5 tablespoons vegetable oil7 -8 chicken piecesseasoning salt ( can use white...

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Tofu Baked Ziti
Main dishPastaSoy/tofu

Tofu Baked Ziti

Ingredients: 1/2 cup onions, chopped1 clove garlic, minced1 teaspoon vegetable oil8 ounces canned tomato...

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Greek Lasagna-Vegetarian
LasagnaMain dishPasta

Greek Lasagna-Vegetarian

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil2 cups chopped onions5 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons marjoram, dried5...

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Baked chicken packets
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Baked chicken packets

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-sized chunks1/4-1/2 cup chopped green...

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Carole's Crab Cakes
CrabMain dishShellfish

Carole’s Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb lump crabmeat1 package imitation crabmeat2 large eggs1 red peppers1 green peppers1...

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Cheese Pasties
CheeseEggs/dairyMain dish

Cheese Pasties

Ingredients: 3 cups flour1 teaspoon salt1 cup butter3 tablespoons ice water1 cup diced celery3/4...

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Paella-Style Shellfish Pasta
Main dishPastaShellfish

Paella-Style Shellfish Pasta

Ingredients: 2 cups chicken broth3/4 cup dry white wine1/2 teaspoon saffron threads3 tablespoons olive...

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Chicken With Peanut Sauce
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken With Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 teaspoon fresh ground peppersalt2 teaspoons butter1/2 small red...

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Toad-In-The-Hole
< 60 minsMain dishOne Dish meal

Toad-In-The-Hole

Ingredients: 1 lb sausage2 eggs, beaten thick1 cup milk1 cup floursalt1 tablespoon melted margarine...

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Peppered Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Peppered Chicken

Ingredients: 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs ( about 1 pound)1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves1/4...

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Teriyaki Burgers
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Teriyaki Burgers

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups soft breadcrumbs1/4 cup chopped onions1/4 cup water2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon...

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Easy Chicken Stroganoff
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Easy Chicken Stroganoff

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil1/2 lb chicken breasts1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of...

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Indiana Mexican Lasagna
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Indiana Mexican Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 -1 1/2 lb ground beef1 can enchilada sauce ( more if you...

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Fresh Asparagus and Prosciutto Strata
CheeseMain dishSide dishes

Fresh Asparagus and Prosciutto Strata

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh asparagus, tough ends removed discarded ( cut the asparagus into...

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Aloha ! Chicken Salad
Chicken breastMain dishSalads

Aloha ! Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cooked,diced and chilled1 1/2 cups sour cream1/2...

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Big Hit Meatloaf
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Big Hit Meatloaf

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef2 eggs1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon...

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Crescent Dogs
Kid FriendlyLunch/snacksMain dish

Crescent Dogs

Ingredients: 1 (8 count) packages crescent rolls 1 (8 count) packages hot dogs Directions:...

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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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Bengal Seafood Salad
Main dishSaladsShrimp

Bengal Seafood Salad

Ingredients: 3 cups crabmeat3 cups small shrimp1/2 cup minced onions2 cups finely sliced celery1...

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Easy Black Beans
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Easy Black Beans

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 garlic cloves1 (15 ounce) cans black beanschopped onions (optional)sour...

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Lemon Ginger Coriander Chicken Kebabs
ChickenMain dishPotatoes

Lemon Ginger Coriander Chicken Kebabs

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest1/4...

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Glazed Apricot Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Glazed Apricot Chicken

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce1 tablespoon oyster sauce1 tablespoon black bean paste1/2 teaspoon chili...

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Monterey Jack Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Monterey Jack Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 tablespoon instant minced onion1 (8 ounce) packages corn chips,...

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No Meat
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

No Meat, Lotsa Heat Pad Thai

Ingredients: 6 anchovy fillets ( well rinsed and drained)1 clove crushed garlic1 tablespoon soya...

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Halloumi Keftedes
GreekMain dishMeat

Halloumi Keftedes

Ingredients: 2 eggs4 slices day-old white breadwater1 large potatoes, grated and squeezed1 large onions,...

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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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Corn and Green Chili Tamale Casserole
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Corn and Green Chili Tamale Casserole

Ingredients: 6 (4 ounce) frozen chicken tamales or 6 (4 ounce) beef tamales1 (10...

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Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry
ChineseMain dishVegetables

Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons water3 tablespoons rice vinegar2 tablespoons soy sauce ( low sodium preferred)1...

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Grilled Chicken Breasts With Lime and Dill
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Grilled Chicken Breasts With Lime and Dill

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup lime juice or 1/4 cup...

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Ravioli Casserole
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Ravioli Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans canned ravioli in...

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Ground Turkey Paprikash and Macaroni
Main dishOne Dish mealTurkey

Ground Turkey Paprikash and Macaroni

Ingredients: 1/2 lb elbow macaronisalt1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 tablespoon butter1 1/3 lbs...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Wendy’s Burger Goulash

Ingredients: 3 teaspoons vegetable oil1 cup onions, chopped1/2 cup green peppers, chopped1 lb hamburger1...

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Scalloped Potatoes with Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Scalloped Potatoes with Pork Chops

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons cooking oilsalt and pepper (optional)3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons flour1 1/2 teaspoons...

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Macaroni
CasserolesElbow macaroniMain dish

Macaroni, Bacon and Mushroom Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (500 g) boxes small elbow macaroni ( uncooked)1/3 cup butter1 lb fresh...

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Oven Fried Chicken and Gravy
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Oven Fried Chicken and Gravy

Ingredients: 1 broiler-fryer chickens, cut up into 8 pieces2 cups milk1/2 cup butter1 cup...

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Awesome Bread Machine Pizza Dough
Low cholesterolMain dishPizza

Awesome Bread Machine Pizza Dough

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups water2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup parmesan cheese1 tablespoon...

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Moroccan Chicken With Preserved Lemons and Couscous
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Moroccan Chicken With Preserved Lemons and Couscous

Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice2 tablespoons honey2 garlic cloves, crushed1 teaspoon ground turmeric1...

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Berry Good Chicken
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Berry Good Chicken

Ingredients: 1/3 cup red currant jelly1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon red wine vinegarsalt &...

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Easy Oven Barbecued Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Easy Oven Barbecued Chicken

Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken piecessalt and pepper1/3 cup orange marmalade1/3 cup prepared barbecue sauce2...

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