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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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Layered Zucchini Lasagna(No Noodles!)
BeefGround beefMain dish

Layered Zucchini Lasagna(No Noodles!)

Ingredients: 4 cups water6 cups sliced zucchini ( about 3 medium)1 lb ground round...

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Cheat's Easy Spiced Couscous With Fruit and Nuts - in a Jar!
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Cheat’s Easy Spiced Couscous With Fruit and Nuts – in a Jar!

Ingredients: 250 g couscous1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil or 4 ounces melted butter4 teaspoons...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Creamy Red Pepper Pasta Inspired by Chef Miller

Ingredients: 1 lb cooked and diced chicken4 sweet red peppers4 green onions, chopped1 cup...

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Spicy Chicken With Coconut
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Spicy Chicken With Coconut

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs chicken pieces1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon paprika6 tablespoons butter...

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Beef Barley Stew
BeefMain dishStews

Beef Barley Stew

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean beef, cut into 1/2 inch cubes1 medium onions, chopped1...

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Barbecued Pork--Chinese Style
Main dishMeatPork

Barbecued Pork–Chinese Style

Ingredients: 3 lbs pork ( use shoulder, boneless pork roast or tenderloin)1 1/4 teaspoons...

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Penne With Roma Tomatoes
Main dishOne Dish mealPenne

Penne With Roma Tomatoes

Ingredients: 2 cups penne pasta, uncooked1 clove garlic3 tablespoons olive oil4 small roma tomatoes,...

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Greek Homestyle Chicken
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Greek Homestyle Chicken

Ingredients: 4 small chicken breasts ( skinless & boneless)2 lemons, juice of4 -5 potatoes...

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Very Fishy Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Very Fishy Soup

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil1 stalk celery, finely chopped1 leeks, cut into thin rings1...

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Penne With Chicken in Creamy Pepper Jack Cheese Sauce
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Penne With Chicken in Creamy Pepper Jack Cheese Sauce

Ingredients: 3 slices bacon2 boneless chicken breasts, halved lengthwise, and sliced to desired thickness2...

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AppetizersCheeseMain dish

Better Than a Restaurant’s Nachos

Ingredients: 2 1/2 ounces tortilla chips ( approx. 25)3/4 cup Mexican blend cheese or...

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Drunk Noodles
AsianMain dishThai

Drunk Noodles

Ingredients: 16 ounces wide rice noodles2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 -4 cloves chopped garlic2 cups...

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Easy Pasta Primavera
Lunch/snacksMain dishPasta

Easy Pasta Primavera

Ingredients: 2 cups rotini pasta1 cup alfredo sauce ( LowFat version can be used...

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BeefGround beefMain dish

Mom’s Meatloaf

Ingredients: 2 eggs3/4 cup milk2/3 cup finely crushed saltines1/2 cup finely chopped onions1 teaspoon...

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Indonesian Spiced Rice

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons oil1 large onions, chopped1 (4 ounce) cans green chilies, chopped1/2...

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Pork Tenderloin Parmesan
Main dishMeatPork

Pork Tenderloin Parmesan

Ingredients: 12 ounces pork tenderloins, cut in 1/2 inch thick slices2 egg whites1 tablespoon...

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Chicken with Fennel
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Chicken with Fennel

Ingredients: 1 free-range chicken2/3 cup unblanched almonds1/2 cup fennel ( or dill leaves)1/2 cup...

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Stovies
Main dishPotatoesVegetables

Stovies

Ingredients: 3 lbs of ‘old’ potatoes4 ounces beef drippings1 large onions1 (15 ounce) cans...

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Pepper-rubbed Pork Chops
Main dishMeatPork

Pepper-rubbed Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon black pepper, coarsely crushed3/4 teaspoon white...

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Seafood Paella
Main dishOne Dish mealRice

Seafood Paella

Ingredients: 3 pinches saffron threads3 tablespoons olive oil1 large onions, sliced into rings10 ounces...

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Grilled Tuna With Tomato-Feta  Relish
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Grilled Tuna With Tomato-Feta Relish

Ingredients: 2 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped1/2 cup crumbled feta3 tablespoons parsley, chopped2...

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Main dishPoultryTurkey

Easy Stuffed Turkey Cutlets

Ingredients: 8 thin turkey cutlets, 2 ounces each,1/4 inch thick1 lb chopped fresh spinach...

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Judy's Chicken Fingers
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Judy’s Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 1/4 cup margarine1 eggs, well beaten2 tablespoons milk1 cup instant potato flakes1 teaspoon...

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ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken in White Wine

Ingredients: 6 chicken breasts2 crushed garlic cloves1 tablespoon flour2 tablespoons dried oreganosalt and pepper1/2...

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Marinated Salmon Seared in a Pepper Crust
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Marinated Salmon Seared in a Pepper Crust

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons soy sauce1 garlic cloves, pressed2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice1 teaspoon sugar3/4...

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Jalapeno and Basil-Glazed Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Jalapeno and Basil-Glazed Chicken

Ingredients: 2 medium chicken breasts, halved lengthwise ( about 2 pounds total)1 tablespoon olive...

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Penne With Ricotta
Lunch/snacksMain dishPenne

Penne With Ricotta

Ingredients: 2 cups penne pasta2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons parsley ( fresh is possible)1/2 cup...

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Chicken Carbonara
ChickenMain dishSpaghetti

Chicken Carbonara

Ingredients: 300 g chicken500 g fettuccine or 500 g spaghetti1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans...

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The Best Chicken Divan in the World
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

The Best Chicken Divan in the World

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts3/4 cup best foods mayonnaise1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans...

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Kettle Stew
Main dishStewsVegetables

Kettle Stew

Ingredients: 1 cup onions, chopped1 large garlic cloves, minced1 -2 tablespoon minced chilies3 tablespoons...

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Wienerschnitzel for Zaar Tour
Main dishPorkPork chops

Wienerschnitzel for Zaar Tour

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops ( or veal chops)1/2 cup olive oil3/4 cup fine...

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Shrimp and Okra
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Shrimp and Okra

Ingredients: 2 -3 tablespoons oil or 2 -3 tablespoons butter or 2 -3 tablespoons...

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Somen Salad
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Somen Salad

Ingredients: 1 package somen noodles, boiled or 1 package other thin pasta1 head napa...

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Shepherd's Pie With Caramelized Onions
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Shepherd’s Pie With Caramelized Onions

Ingredients: 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled2/3 cup milk1/3 cup heavy cream1 lb lean ground...

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Pork Roast With Peppercorn-Mustard Crust and Cider Gravy
Main dishPorkVegetables

Pork Roast With Peppercorn-Mustard Crust and Cider Gravy

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter, plus1 tablespoon butter, room temperature1 tablespoon cracked white peppercorns4 1/2...

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Chicken With Garlic Bread Crumbs
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken With Garlic Bread Crumbs

Ingredients: 1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs1 tablespoon parsley1/4 teaspoon salt2 garlic cloves, minced1...

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Easy Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas With Yogurt Sauce
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Easy Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas With Yogurt Sauce

Ingredients: 3 ounces cream cheese2 cups chopped cooked chicken breasts12 ounces chunky salsa1 cup...

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Scheherazade Casserole
CasserolesMain dishVegetarian

Scheherazade Casserole, modified

Ingredients: 1 cup raw bulgur wheat1 cup boiling water1 -2 tablespoon olive oil2 cups...

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Carne Asada
BeefMain dishMeat

Carne Asada

Ingredients: 8 cloves garlic, peeled1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin3/4 cup red wine...

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Oriental Chicken Noodle Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Oriental Chicken Noodle Soup

Ingredients: 2 cups chicken stock4 cups water2 single chicken breast fillets, about 3/4 of...

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Savoury Baked Fish Fillets
FishMain dishSeafood

Savoury Baked Fish Fillets

Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise1 cup sour cream1 envelope ranch dressing mix ( Hidden Valley...

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Hearty Kielbasa Stew
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Hearty Kielbasa Stew

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon oil1 (16 ounce) packages kielbasa, sliced 1/2...

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Summer Stew
EuropeanMain dishStews

Summer Stew

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onions, coarsely chopped4 large garlic cloves, minced1/2 red...

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Kathie Lee Gifford's Chicken and Broccoli Divine
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Kathie Lee Gifford’s Chicken and Broccoli Divine

Ingredients: 3 whole chicken breasts, poached and shredded40 ounces frozen broccoli, packages cooked and...

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Chicken Tetrazzini Family Style - OAMC
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Tetrazzini Family Style – OAMC

Ingredients: 2 -3 lbs chicken breasts, cut into bite sized pieces1 (8 ounce) jars...

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Cube Steaks Parmigiana
BeefMain dishTomatoes

Cube Steaks Parmigiana

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper2 medium eggs3 tablespoons...

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Burger Swirls
BeefGround beefMain dish

Burger Swirls

Ingredients: biscuit dough, from a mix ( Bisquick)2 tablespoons cooking oil1/4 cup chopped onions1/4...

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Lorelei's Chicken Paprikash
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Lorelei’s Chicken Paprikash

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts or 4 chicken thighs2 teaspoons Crisco cooking oil1/4 cup cooking...

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Vegetable Kugel
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Vegetable Kugel

Ingredients: 1 lb half cooked noodles1/2 cup melted butter2 slices bacon, cut into 1/2...

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Spaghetti in Olive Oil and Garlic
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Spaghetti in Olive Oil and Garlic

Ingredients: 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil2 large garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon salt1 lb...

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Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Pan-Grilled Sausages with Apples and Onions

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter4 fully cooked sausages ( your choice, 13 ounces total)1 medium...

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Baked Mustard Chicken
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Baked Mustard Chicken

Ingredients: 4 chicken breast halves, skinned1/4 cup brown mustard1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs1/4 cup margarine,...

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Turkey Vegetable Stroganoff
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Turkey Vegetable Stroganoff

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups frozen broccoli carrots cauliflower mix1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms2 cups...

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Caramelized Apple and Chicken Saute
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Caramelized Apple and Chicken Saute

Ingredients: 4 (3 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 cup flour1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves,...

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Cauliflower and Ground Beef Pasta Bake
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Cauliflower and Ground Beef Pasta Bake

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil1 large onions, chopped4 mushrooms, sliced250 g ground beef1 (400...

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Healthy Black Bean Vegetable Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Healthy Black Bean Vegetable Soup

Ingredients: 1/2 cup water1 medium carrots, sliced thin1/8 cup onions, diced1/2 medium red bell...

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Easy and Crispy Oven Fried Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Easy and Crispy Oven Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 4 large chicken breasts1 cup flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon pepperliquid shortening...

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Garbanzo Cassoulet
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Garbanzo Cassoulet

Ingredients: 2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, drained, liquid reserved, and rinsed4 whole cloves1 small...

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Bow Tie Pasta With Zucchini
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Bow Tie Pasta With Zucchini, Tomato and Basil

Ingredients: 10 ounces bow tie pasta2 small zucchini, scrubbed, quartered lengthwise and sliced thinly...

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Chicken fried Hamburgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Chicken fried Hamburgers

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger meatflourCrisco Directions: roll hamburger into patties.rinse one hamburger patty.lay in...

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