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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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Shaker Style Grilled Chicken Thighs
BreakfastMain dishOmelets and frittatas

Shaker Style Grilled Chicken Thighs

Ingredients: 1/2 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup oil3/4 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 cup shallots ( sub...

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Beef Pasties
Ground beefMain dishSavory pies

Beef Pasties

Ingredients: 1 loaf white frozen bread dough ( thawed)1 lb ground beef1 potatoes (...

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Sicilian Supper
BeefGround beefMain dish

Sicilian Supper

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced15 ounces spaghetti sauce2 cups...

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Julie's Deluxe Chicken Pot Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Julie’s Deluxe Chicken Pot Pie

Ingredients: 1 garlic cloves2 stalks celery2 carrots1/2 sweet onions2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons butter1/2...

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Simple Goulash With Sauerkraut
Main dishMeatPork

Simple Goulash With Sauerkraut

Ingredients: 1 large onions, chopped1 tablespoon fat1 lb lean pork shoulder, cut in 1...

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My Favorite Chicken Pot Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

My Favorite Chicken Pot Pie

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs ( or breasts)2 cups low sodium...

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Turkey Tacos
Main dishPoultryTurkey

Turkey Tacos

Ingredients: 8 super-size taco shells ( Old El Paso or Ortega brands)2 tablespoons extra...

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Artichoke
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Artichoke, Olive Chicken – Light

Ingredients: 8 ounces pasta1 tablespoon olive oil4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/4...

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Tex-Mex Spaghetti
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Tex-Mex Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce1 (14 ounce) cans Ro-Tel diced tomatoes with...

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Alder Planked Salmon With Soy Ginger Marinade
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Alder Planked Salmon With Soy Ginger Marinade

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons minced garlic cloves2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated2 tablespoons...

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Low-Carb Pork Stew
Main dishPorkStews

Low-Carb Pork Stew

Ingredients: 4 lbs pork, cut into cubes ( boneless country-style ribs work well)2 tablespoons...

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Fiesta Chicken Bake
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Fiesta Chicken Bake

Ingredients: 5 cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts ( cubed or shredded)7 ounces tomato sauce...

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Chiles Rellenos With Sauce
Eggs/dairyMain dishSide dishes

Chiles Rellenos With Sauce

Ingredients: 6 anaheim chilies3 ounces cream cheese3 eggs, separated1/2 cup floursaltoil ( for frying)2...

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Thai Tofu With Zucchini
Main dishSoy/tofuSquash

Thai Tofu With Zucchini, Red Bell Pepper and Lime

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons peanut oil, divided1 (12 ounce) packages extra firm tofu, drained patted...

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Louisiana Chicken Sauce Piquant
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Louisiana Chicken Sauce Piquant

Ingredients: 6 lbs chicken3 cups cooking oil4 garlic cloves, finely chopped3 (14 ounce) cans...

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Italian Chicken Burgers
< 30 minsMain dishTime to make

Italian Chicken Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken ( or turkey)1 eggs1/4 cup parmesan cheese ( the...

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Super Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Super Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 (24 1/2 ounce) packages Steak-ums ( i use 2)1 small white onions,...

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Mom's Shrimp Creole
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Mom’s Shrimp Creole

Ingredients: 1 cup frozen okra, sliced1 (15 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes2 teaspoons chili powder2...

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Black Bean and Tamale Pie
Ground beefMain dishSavory pies

Black Bean and Tamale Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (15 ounce) cans whole corn, drained1 (15 ounce) cans...

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Venison and Wild Rice Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Venison and Wild Rice Casserole

Ingredients: 1/2 lb venison ( cubed)1/2 cup green peppers1/2 cup celery ( finely diced)1...

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Julie's Spaghetti Sauce
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Julie’s Spaghetti Sauce

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 lb mild Italian sausage1 sweet onions, chopped2 (6 ounce)...

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Mexican Shepherd's Pie With Cornmeal Buttermilk Topping
Ground beefMain dishSavory pies

Mexican Shepherd’s Pie With Cornmeal Buttermilk Topping

Ingredients: 2 eggs1/2 cup buttermilk1 tablespoon butter, melted1 tablespoon flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon...

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Quick Carbonara
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Quick Carbonara

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages spaghetti, uncooked8 slices bacon2/3 cup chopped green onions1 (4...

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Tex-Mex Black Bean and Smoked Sausage Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Tex-Mex Black Bean and Smoked Sausage Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (30 ounce) cans black beans, drained & rinsed1 (14 ounce) cans tomato...

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Dave's Tacos
< 30 minsMain dishTime to make

Dave’s Tacos

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 onions, diced2 tablespoons tomato paste1/2 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons mild...

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Pretzel Crusted Pork Chops With Orange Mustard Sauce
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pretzel Crusted Pork Chops With Orange Mustard Sauce

Ingredients: 2 oranges3/4 cup water1/4 cup sugar2 cups whipping cream1/4 cup Dijon mustard1/2 cup...

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Rumpledethumps
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Rumpledethumps

Ingredients: 5 large potatoes2 1/2 cups chopped green cabbage2 leeks, washed and chopped2 1/2...

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Shrimp Stuffed Eggplant (Aubergine)
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Shrimp Stuffed Eggplant (Aubergine)

Ingredients: 1 medium eggplants, per 2 servings1 medium onions1 garlic cloves1/2 cup small raw...

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Mozzarella Chicken Ciabatta Sandwiches
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Mozzarella Chicken Ciabatta Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1/4 cup sun-dried tomato pesto2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4...

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Rigatoni With Green Olive-Almond Pesto
Lunch/snacksMain dishPasta

Rigatoni With Green Olive-Almond Pesto

Ingredients: 1 lb rigatoni pasta, uncooked1 (7 1/2 ounce) manzanilla olives, pitted ( or...

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Monte Cristo Sandwich
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Monte Cristo Sandwich

Ingredients: 18 slices breadbutter6 slices ham6 slices cooked turkey or 6 slices cooked chicken12...

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Spicy Maple Baked Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Spicy Maple Baked Salmon

Ingredients: 1/3 cup pure maple syrup1/2 cup water2 tablespoons soya sauce4 teaspoons gingerroot, peeled...

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Indiana Garden Stir-Fry
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Indiana Garden Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 1 onions1 green bell peppers1/2 cup broccoli1/2 cup cauliflower1/2 cup carrots4 garlic cloves1/2...

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Basic Cream Sauce Pasta
Main dishPastarice and grains

Basic Cream Sauce Pasta

Ingredients: 4 cups cooked pasta ( Bow-Tie, Shells)2 tablespoons flour1/2 cup whole milk2 tablespoons...

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Italian Saute
Main dishSide dishesVegetables

Italian Saute

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced1...

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Stuffed Eggplant (Aubergine)
Lactose FreeMain dishVegetables

Stuffed Eggplant (Aubergine)

Ingredients: 2 large eggplants2 tablespoons water1 medium onions, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced6 sprigs fresh...

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Long Grain riceMain dishRice

Asparagus Risotto

Ingredients: 1 -2 lb fresh asparagus1 medium onions3 tablespoons butter1 1/2 cups rice1/2 cup...

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Moms Quick N' Easy Lasagna
Ground beefLasagnaMain dish

Moms Quick N’ Easy Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (32 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce1 (8 ounce) sour cream1...

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Ww Raspberry Balsamic Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Ww Raspberry Balsamic Chicken

Ingredients: 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 cup flour2/3 cup low-fat chicken broth1 1/2 teaspoons...

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Turkey or Chicken Almond Crescent Casserole
CasserolesMain dishPoultry

Turkey or Chicken Almond Crescent Casserole

Ingredients: 2 -3 tablespoons butter1 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 onions, chopped ( or...

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Beef and Cabbage Bake
Long Grain riceMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef and Cabbage Bake

Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice ( I use 1 box Uncle Ben’s Wild...

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Lightened up  Eggplant ( Aubergine) Rollatini
Main dishVegetablesVegetarian

Lightened up Eggplant ( Aubergine) Rollatini

Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants ( about 2 1/4 lbs. total)salt1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim...

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Spicy Meat and Cheese Stromboli
CheeseLunch/snacksMain dish

Spicy Meat and Cheese Stromboli

Ingredients: 1 pizza dough, refrigerated ( recommend Pillsbury)24 slices pepperoni6 slices provolone cheese6 slices...

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Southwest Tuna Macaroni and Cheese Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Southwest Tuna Macaroni and Cheese Casserole

Ingredients: 2 cups macaroni12 ounces solid white tuna packed in water ( Albacore, drained)10...

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Warm Quinoa Salad With Shrimp and Asparagus
Main dishShrimpSide dishes

Warm Quinoa Salad With Shrimp and Asparagus

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced ( 1 tsp)1/2 medium red onions,...

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Vietnamese Tofu Salad
Main dishSaladsSoy/tofu

Vietnamese Tofu Salad

Ingredients: 1 (250 g) packages firm tofu1 cucumbers, chopped into thin strips approx. 2...

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Cowboy Pie
Main dishSavory piesSoy/tofu

Cowboy Pie

Ingredients: 1 (220 g) packages smoked tofu1 tablespoon sunflower oil1 onions, diced1 (420 g)...

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Spicy Tofu With Sesame and Five Spices
Lunch/snacksMain dishSoy/tofu

Spicy Tofu With Sesame and Five Spices

Ingredients: 250 g firm tofu, drained1 tablespoon rapeseed oil2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce1...

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Mum's Beef or Chicken Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Mum’s Beef or Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 500 g round steaks, cut into bite sized pieces ( or use chicken...

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Mom's Shrimp Jambalaya
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Mom’s Shrimp Jambalaya

Ingredients: 4 cups cooked rice1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined1 cup oil1 cup onions,...

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Layered Tortilla Pie
BeefGround beefMain dish

Layered Tortilla Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 medium onions, chopped1 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce1 garlic...

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French Herbed Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

French Herbed Chicken

Ingredients: 1 (3 lb) roasting chickens, cut into pieces1 tablespoon oilsaltpepper1/2 cup coarsely chopped...

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Chicken Pot Pie Without Vegetables
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Chicken Pot Pie Without Vegetables

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup shortening1 tablespoon butter1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese2...

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Traditional Brunswick Stew
ChickenMain dishStews

Traditional Brunswick Stew

Ingredients: 1 onions, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, crushed and chopped2 lbs ground pork (...

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Phillipino Chicken With Noodles
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Phillipino Chicken With Noodles

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons crushed garlic3 tablespoons oil1/4 cup sliced onions2 lbs chicken pieces2 tablespoons...

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Sizzle Burger Hamburgers
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Sizzle Burger Hamburgers

Ingredients: 4 -6 hamburger patties1/4 cup butter1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce Directions: In skillet, melt...

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Cheese Potato Soup
CheeseMain dishSoups & stews

Cheese Potato Soup

Ingredients: 3 medium potatoes ( peeled and chopped about 2 cups)1/2 medium onions (...

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Pork Chops With Browned Garlic Butter Sauce ( Cajun )
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops With Browned Garlic Butter Sauce ( Cajun )

Ingredients: 4 pork chops ( 1/2 inch thick)1/3 cup flourvegetable oil ( for frying)1...

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Easy Baked Cajun Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Easy Baked Cajun Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork loin chops ( 1/2 inch)1/2 tablespoon Mrs Dash’s extra spicy...

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Spicy Chicken Club Sandwich
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Spicy Chicken Club Sandwich

Ingredients: 2 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves4 slices bacon, cooked slightly crisp4...

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