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HomeHealthy Recipes

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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Betty Crocker's Beef Stroganoff
BeefLunch/snacksMain dish

Betty Crocker’s Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients: 2 lbs sirloin steaks1/4 cup unsalted butter or 1/4 cup margarine1 (6 ounce)...

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Alton Brown's Baked Macaroni and Cheese
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Alton Brown’s Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1/2 lb elbow macaroni3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons flour1 tablespoon mustard powder3 cups milk1/2...

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Bacon Swiss Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Bacon Swiss Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 eggs1/4 cup evaporated milk6 ounces shredded swiss cheese, divided1 cup crumbled cooked...

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Baked Fish Fillets
FishMain dishSeafood

Baked Fish Fillets

Ingredients: 1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs2 -4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese1 -2 tablespoon paprika2 teaspoons...

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Pasta Alla Pescatore
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Pasta Alla Pescatore

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons olive oil12 clams, scrubbed1 tablespoon garlic, chopped2 tablespoons chopped onions1 cup...

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CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Hamburger – Noodle – Corn Casserole

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked noodles1 lb hamburger1 chopped onions1 cup tomato soup1 (16 ounce)...

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Oven Baked Chop Suey
Main dishMeatPork

Oven Baked Chop Suey

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless pork, cut into 1-inch pieces1 (7 ounce) packages shell macaroni,...

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Penne Pasta With Tomatoes and Gorgonzola
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Penne Pasta With Tomatoes and Gorgonzola

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil1 onions, chopped4 garlic cloves, chopped1 (14 ounce) cans Italian...

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Spaghetti with Olive Oil
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Spaghetti with Olive Oil, Garlic and Chillies

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil6 cloves garlic, chopped2 hot red chilies, seeds...

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Italian-Style Chef Salad with Creamy Pesto Dressing
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Italian-Style Chef Salad with Creamy Pesto Dressing

Ingredients: 1/3 cup mayonnaise or 1/3 cup salad dressing1/4 cup sour cream or 1/4...

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Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin
Main dishPorkPork loins

Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon...

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ChickenMain dishStews

Chicken Stew with Coconut Milk

Ingredients: 150 g sweet onions, sliced2 red chilies, sliced1 sprig curry leaves1 tablespoon shredded...

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Spinach - Ricotta Gnocchi with Garlic Sauce
CheeseEggsMain dish

Spinach – Ricotta Gnocchi with Garlic Sauce

Ingredients: 4 slices white bread, crusts removed1/2 cup milk1 lb frozen chopped spinach, thawed,drained...

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Sauteed Shrimp and Pasta
Main dishPastaShrimp

Sauteed Shrimp and Pasta

Ingredients: 3 lbs large shrimp1/2 cup butter2 (2/3 ounce) envelopes Italian salad dressing mixhot...

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Simple Chinese Chicken Salad
Chicken breastMain dishSalads

Simple Chinese Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 1 head cabbage1 head iceberg lettuce1 red peppers, thinly sliced1 green peppers, thinly...

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Awesome Burgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Awesome Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 small onions, minced1 eggs, beaten1/3 cup rolled oats1...

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Pork Chops With Savory Mushroom Stuffing
Main dishMeatPork

Pork Chops With Savory Mushroom Stuffing

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil2 tablespoons thinly-sliced green onions1 (8 ounce) packages fresh mushrooms,...

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Garlic Shrimp No Yolks Noodles
Main dishPastaShrimp

Garlic Shrimp No Yolks Noodles

Ingredients: 1 package no yolk noodles2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup olive oil4 teaspoons garlic,...

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Tvp Meatloaf
GrainsMain dishSoy/tofu

Tvp Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 cup textured vegetable protein1 cup bulgur wheat1 cup oatmeal1 (1/16 ounce) package...

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Yummy Meatball Stew
< 60 minsMain dishOne Dish meal

Yummy Meatball Stew

Ingredients: 2 cups corn flakes1 eggs1 (10 ounce) cans beef broth1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon...

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Broccoli Mushroom Feta cheese Quiche
CheeseLunch/snacksMain dish

Broccoli Mushroom Feta cheese Quiche

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 cup chopped onions1 teaspoon dried thyme ( or 2...

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Grilled Basil Salmon Steaks
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Grilled Basil Salmon Steaks

Ingredients: 4 salmon steaks, 1 inch thick,thawed if frozen ( 4-6oz.)1 cup mesquite wood...

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Pork Chops and Rice
Main dishOne Dish mealPork

Pork Chops and Rice

Ingredients: 4 pork chops1 cup old fashion rice ( not minute rice)1 (12 ounce)...

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Chicken Zing
Chicken breastLunch/snacksMain dish

Chicken Zing

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, flattened slightly with mallet1/4 cup lemon juice3/4 cup...

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Shepherd's Pie a la Brenda
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Shepherd’s Pie a la Brenda

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef1 clove garlic, minced ( or more)1 package...

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Breaded Brussels Sprouts
AmericanMain dishVegetables

Breaded Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs fresh Brussels sprouts2 -3 cups cold water ( , or...

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Family Goulash
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Family Goulash

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups dry elbow macaroni, cooked1 lb ground beef1/2 cup onions, chopped1...

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Jolean's Saki Flank Steak
BeefMain dishMeat

Jolean’s Saki Flank Steak

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs flank steaks, not scored1/4 cup soy sauce1/4 cup sake (...

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Tacos in a Bag (Or Taco Salad in a Bag)
Kid FriendlyMain dishSalads

Tacos in a Bag (Or Taco Salad in a Bag)

Ingredients: 1 cup corn chips or 1 cup plain Doritos or 1 cup tortilla...

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Tuna Steaks With Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Tuna Steaks With Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tuna steaks2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 cup roasted red peppers1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/2...

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Salmon Burger
Main dishSaucesSavory sauces

Salmon Burger

Ingredients: 1 (14 3/4 ounce) cans salmon, skin removed ( pink or red)1 medium...

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Diana's Polish Sausage and Taters
Main dishOne Dish mealPotatoes

Diana’s Polish Sausage and Taters

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) smoked link sausage6 russet potatoes1 onions1 cup water2 tablespoons Worcestershire...

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Homemade Sloppy Joes
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Homemade Sloppy Joes

Ingredients: 2 lbs hamburger1 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste2 cups water1 cup ketchup1 medium...

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20-Minute Chicken Parmesan
Chicken breastLunch/snacksMain dish

20-Minute Chicken Parmesan

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup Italian seasoned...

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Pork Spareribs With Honey
Main dishMeatPork

Pork Spareribs With Honey, Soy and Sesame

Ingredients: 1 1/4 kg pork spareribs1/4 cup soy sauce1 tablespoon sesame oil1 tablespoon honey1...

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Miso Baked Tofu
Lunch/snacksMain dishSoy/tofu

Miso Baked Tofu

Ingredients: 1 lb firm tofu, pressed1/3 cup miso3 tablespoons rice vinegar3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons...

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Ground Beef Stroganoff in 30 Minutes
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Ground Beef Stroganoff in 30 Minutes

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (12 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup1 (16 ounce)...

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Lime-Sauced Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Lime-Sauced Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves3/4 cup apple juice1 limes, juice of2 teaspoons...

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Coq Au Vin (Chicken Braised in Wine)
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Coq Au Vin (Chicken Braised in Wine)

Ingredients: 1 (750 ml) bottles red wine ( use a wine you’d enjoy drinking)3...

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Almond Crusted Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Almond Crusted Chicken

Ingredients: 1/3 cup finely chopped almonds1/4 cup brown sugar1/2 teaspoon garlic salt4 boneless skinless...

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Greek Phyllo Pizza
GreekMain dishPizza

Greek Phyllo Pizza

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil2 cups onions, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced3 (10 ounce) packages...

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Steak Nachos
AppetizersBeef steaksMain dish

Steak Nachos

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) beef top round steak, chopped1/4 cup chopped onions1 tablespoon vegetable...

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Salmon With Tomatoes
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon With Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs salmon steaks4 tablespoons oil2 medium onions, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1...

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Baked Swordfish Manzanillo
FishMain dishSaltwater fish

Baked Swordfish Manzanillo

Ingredients: 4 (8 ounce) swordfish steaks1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/8 teaspoon pepper6 tablespoons olive oil1/2...

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Thai Vegetable Stir Fry
Main dishSide dishesVegetables

Thai Vegetable Stir Fry

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil3 cloves garlic, crushed2 tablespoons roasted red chili paste2 ounces peanut...

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Spicy Beef or Chicken Asian Noodle Salad
BeefMain dishSalads

Spicy Beef or Chicken Asian Noodle Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb vermicelli ( can use less)3 -4 cups cooked beef, sliced into...

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Cottage Pie Ala Pantry
BeefGround beefMain dish

Cottage Pie Ala Pantry

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs potatoes, peeled and chopped1 tablespoon butter1 cup cheddar cheese, shreddedsalt...

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Oven Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Oven Pork Chops

Ingredients: 8 pork chops1/2 cup brown sugar1 teaspoon salt2 lemons, sliced thin1 large onions,...

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Beef Pepper Steak For Two
BeefMain dishVegetables

Beef Pepper Steak For Two

Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) filet of beefsalt and pepper4 tablespoons flour3 tablespoons oil2 tablespoons...

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A Really Tasty Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

A Really Tasty Meatloaf

Ingredients: 16 ounces ground beef8 ounces ground pork2 eggs4 ounces fresh breadcrumbs2 ounces chopped...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishSoups & stews

Mock Wonton Soup

Ingredients: 3 (14 ounce) cans ready-to-serve chicken broth1 (16 ounce) packages frozen tortellini (...

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Balsamic - Glazed Pork Chops
< 15 minsMain dishMeat

Balsamic – Glazed Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar3 tablespoons fesh lemon juice1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons honey2...

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Super Easy Tortilla Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Super Easy Tortilla Soup

Ingredients: 2 (19 ounce) cans chicken and wild rice soup ( I prefer Progresso)1...

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Grilled Jalapeno Buffalo Burgers
BeefCondimentsetc.

Grilled Jalapeno Buffalo Burgers

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground buffalo meat or 1 1/2 lbs hamburger1/2 cup onions,...

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Garlicky Grilled Shrimp with Spicy Avocado Dipping Sauce
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Garlicky Grilled Shrimp with Spicy Avocado Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: skewers ( wooden or metal)2 medium ripe Hass avocadoes ( sliced with skin...

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Teriyaki Salmon Steaks
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Teriyaki Salmon Steaks

Ingredients: 3 -4 salmon steaks or 3 -4 salmon fillets1/4 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons...

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Main dishPoultryTurkey

Gondi (Iranian Meatballs)

Ingredients: 1/2 kg ground turkey1/4 kg cooked chickpeas1/8 teaspoon hot pepper3 -4 large onions,...

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Mexican Potato Corn Cakes
Main dishPotatoesSide dishes

Mexican Potato Corn Cakes

Ingredients: 2 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/2 to 3/4 inches thick ( about...

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Steak Parmesan Subs (Sandwiches)
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Steak Parmesan Subs (Sandwiches)

Ingredients: 8 -10 sandwich steaks, broken into 1 inch wide strips ( I use...

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Baked Honey Mustard Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Baked Honey Mustard Chicken

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs ( or breasts, or a combo)1/3 cup...

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