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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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Spicy Shrimp Casserole
CasserolesMain dishShrimp

Spicy Shrimp Casserole

Ingredients: 2 lbs unpeeled medium shrimp3 cups cooked long grain and wild rice blend1...

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Linguini and Scallops Ala Greek
Main dishOne Dish mealSeafood

Linguini and Scallops Ala Greek

Ingredients: 1 lb scallops, 1-inch cubed if large 1 lb linguine 16 ounces frozen...

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Bow Ties With Chicken and Spinach
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Bow Ties With Chicken and Spinach

Ingredients: 16 ounces bow tie pasta1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces3 tablespoons...

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Fettuccine with Ham and Cream
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Fettuccine with Ham and Cream

Ingredients: 1/2 cup prosciutto or 1/2 cup unsmoked ham1/4 cup butter2 shallots, finely choppedsalt...

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Black Beans over Dirty Rice
Main dishOne Dish mealRice

Black Beans over Dirty Rice

Ingredients: 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans1/2 cup canned corn ( frozen works too)2...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Radish Sprout and Lentil Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup dried lentils3 cups water1 shallots1 clove garlic1 bay leaves1 cup radish...

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Quick and Easy Shepherd's Pie
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Quick and Easy Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients: instant mashed potatoes2 tablespoons parsley flakes2 cups cubed cooked lamb, beef or 2...

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Lori's Caramelized Onion Spaghetti
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Lori’s Caramelized Onion Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter1/4 cup olive oil3 onions ( sliced thin)6 garlic cloves (...

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Spicy Minced Pork
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Spicy Minced Pork

Ingredients: 700 g pork mince, finely ground2 medium green peppers, halved and sliced in...

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Beer Batter Fried Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Beer Batter Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 3 1/2 lbs broiler-fryer chickens ( cut up)1 cup Bisquick1/2 teaspoon onion salt1/4...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSoups & stews

Healthy Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 onions, chopped1 kg pumpkin flesh, chopped ( I use...

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Crispy Crunchy Chicken Bites
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Crispy Crunchy Chicken Bites

Ingredients: 2 cloves minced garlic1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice1...

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Adobe Grilled Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Adobe Grilled Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 pork loin chops ( about 1 1/2- 2 pounds)1/2 cup tomato paste2...

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Basic Tempering for Dals
AsianBeansMain dish

Basic Tempering for Dals

Ingredients: 1 cup beans or 1 cup lentils ( Any whole or split beans/...

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Pesto Sauce
Elbow macaroniLunch/snacksMain dish

Pesto Sauce

Ingredients: 25 g basil leaves2 garlic cloves1 tablespoon pine nuts1/4 cup parmesan cheese (...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Beef Patties in Onion Gravy

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 eggs1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs1/2 envelope dry onion soup mix1...

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Spicy Pinto Bean Soup
BeansMain dishSoups & stews

Spicy Pinto Bean Soup

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil1 diced onions3 celery ribs, diced3 cups Mexican-style stewed tomatoes3...

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Stir-Fried Cabbage Noodles
Main dishPastaSide dishes

Stir-Fried Cabbage Noodles

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages dried chinese noodles2 teaspoons sesame oil1/4 cup dry sherry...

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Carbonara Al Franco
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Carbonara Al Franco

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup finely diced prosciutto1 cup sliced mushrooms1 teaspoon minced...

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Easy Crab Tostadas
CrabMain dishShellfish

Easy Crab Tostadas

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages tostadas1 (16 ounce) packages crab ( immitation crab is...

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Low Carb Shepherd's Pie
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Low Carb Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients: 4 -6 pieces bacon, chopped2 lbs ground beef1/2 cup onions, choppedsalt and pepper1/4...

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Chicken Macaroni Southwestern Style
Elbow macaroniLunch/snacksMain dish

Chicken Macaroni Southwestern Style

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pre-cooked cubed2 cups shredded cheese, I used a...

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Asparagus Souffle
EggsMain dishSide dishes

Asparagus Souffle

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter, melted3 tablespoons flour1 cup milk4 eggs, separated2 1/2 cups diced...

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Taco Bell Mexican Pizza - Copycat
Lunch/snacksMain dishPizza

Taco Bell Mexican Pizza – Copycat

Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground beef1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon diced minced onions1/4 teaspoon paprika1 1/2...

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Moo Goo Gai Pan II
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Moo Goo Gai Pan II

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces2 tablespoons cornstarch1...

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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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Phyllo-Wrapped Salmon with Roasted Red Peppers
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Phyllo-Wrapped Salmon with Roasted Red Peppers

Ingredients: 1 cup roasted red peppers ( fresh or jar from Italian market)12 sheets...

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Easy Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Easy Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon sage1/4 teaspoon thyme4 boneless pork...

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Homemade Marinara Sauce
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

Homemade Marinara Sauce

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic6 lbs coarsely chopped peeled tomatoes...

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Parmesan Chicken Breasts
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Parmesan Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves ( about 6)2 tablespoons butter, melted1/2...

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Tortilla Chip Casserole
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Tortilla Chip Casserole

Ingredients: 1 onions, finely chopped2 tablespoons butter2 (6 ounce) cans tomato sauce1 (4 ounce)...

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Garlic Chicken Piccata
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Garlic Chicken Piccata

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil6 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme2 teaspoons chopped...

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Santa Fe Chicken With Saffron Rice
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Santa Fe Chicken With Saffron Rice

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 onions, chopped1 dash Worcestershire sauce1 dash lime juice1...

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Saucy Meatballs
BeefGround beefMain dish

Saucy Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chuck1 cup grated parmesan cheese2/3 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs1/2...

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Fruited Pork Chops
Main dishMeatPork

Fruited Pork Chops

Ingredients: 8 pork chops or 8 pork loin4 cups dry bread, cubes2 medium apples,...

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AMAZING Sweet Italian Sausage Pasta Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

AMAZING Sweet Italian Sausage Pasta Soup

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs sweet Italian turkey sausage ( or other)1 medium green peppers,...

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Coconut Curried Tofu with Green Jasmine Rice
Long Grain riceMain dishWhite rice

Coconut Curried Tofu with Green Jasmine Rice

Ingredients: 1/4 cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut1 3/4 cups water1 teaspoon salt1 cup jasmine...

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Layered Supper Skillet
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Layered Supper Skillet

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine1 -2 potatoes, sliced with skin on1...

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Sausage Cavatelli
BeefLunch/snacksMain dish

Sausage Cavatelli

Ingredients: 1/2 lb sweet Italian sausage links1/2 lb dried cavatelli ( other small pasta...

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Chicken With Tomato and Feta Cheese
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken With Tomato and Feta Cheese

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil3 large shallots, chopped1 clove garlic, minced1 1/2 teaspoons dried...

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It's Too Easy Cheeseburger Casserole
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

It’s Too Easy Cheeseburger Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions2 cups water2/3 cup ketchup1 (8 ounce)...

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Baked Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Baked Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 lb lasagna noodles1 lb ground beef1 (32 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce1 lb...

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Queso Beef Enchiladas
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Queso Beef Enchiladas

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger meat2 cups chopped onions, divided1 bunch green onions3 cloves chopped...

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Turkey Pasta Soup
Main dishPastaSoups & stews

Turkey Pasta Soup

Ingredients: 1 cup small shell pasta1 lb ground turkey breast2 medium onions, chopped2 garlic...

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Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Mom’s Italian “Hamburger Helper”

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) box pasta, any bite-size shape1 lb ground beef1 teaspoon garlic...

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Quickie Pasta Bake
CheeseMain dishPasta

Quickie Pasta Bake

Ingredients: 1 lb pasta or 1 lb penne or 1 lb rotini pasta or...

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Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients: 1 -1 1/2 lb boneless chicken breasts1 can Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup3/4...

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Garlic Ginger Crust Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Garlic Ginger Crust Salmon

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs salmon2 tablespoons minced ginger2 tablespoons minced garlic1/4 cup lime juice1/2...

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Zucchini Tart
Main dishSquashVegetables

Zucchini Tart

Ingredients: 1 9 in. baked pastry shells2 lbs zucchini1 1/2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons butter1...

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Goat Cheese Souffles in Phyllo Cups With Frisee Salad
CheeseEggs/dairyMain dish

Goat Cheese Souffles in Phyllo Cups With Frisee Salad

Ingredients: 6 phyllo pastry sheets, thawed if frozen ( 17- by 12-inch)1/4 cup unsalted...

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Chipotle Glazed Shrimp
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Chipotle Glazed Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup finely chopped onions3 cloves garlic, minced2 teaspoons ground...

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Lasagna Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Lasagna Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1/8 cup sour cream1 tablespoon chopped onions1/4 teaspoon oregano4 slices Italian bread or...

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Caesar Crusted Crispy Chicken Strips
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Caesar Crusted Crispy Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 3/4 cup creamy caesar salad dressing, divided1/4 cup buttermilk1/2 teaspoon sea salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Newlywed Lemon Chicken
ChickenLemonMain dish

Newlywed Lemon Chicken

Ingredients: 3 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed golden mushroom soup ( 3-4 cans)2 teaspoons...

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Ground Beef and Pasta Casserole With a Twist
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Ground Beef and Pasta Casserole With a Twist

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 onions1 -2 garlic cloves ( minced)1 (14 ounce) tomato...

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15 Minute Pasta Combo
Main dishOne Dish mealTurkey

15 Minute Pasta Combo

Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti, broken in half1/2 cup Italian salad dressing2 large fresh...

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Linguine With Green Onions
Main dishPastaSide dishes

Linguine With Green Onions

Ingredients: 8 ounces linguine1 bunch green onions3 tablespoons butter1 -2 teaspoon dark sesame oil2...

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Quick and Easy Honey Mustard Pork Tenderloin - Ww
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Quick and Easy Honey Mustard Pork Tenderloin – Ww

Ingredients: 1 whole pork tenderloins4 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon...

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Knottsberry Farm Meatloaf
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Knottsberry Farm Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 lb hot sausage1 small onions, chopped1 large carrots, grated3...

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Rosemary and Pepper-Crusted Pork Tenderloin
Main dishMeatPork

Rosemary and Pepper-Crusted Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon...

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