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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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Healthy Shepherd's Pie
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Healthy Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients: 1/2 ounce olive oil or 1/2 ounce vegetable oil2 ounces peeled chopped carrots3...

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Colorful Black Bean and Crab Salad
Main dishSaladsSide dishes

Colorful Black Bean and Crab Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups frozen corn, thawed1 (19 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed1/4...

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Country Chicken Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Country Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb Velveeta cheese ( cubed)1 cup milk1/2 cup Miracle Whip2 cups chopped...

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Basil Cheese Polenta Wedges
GrainsMain dishSide dishes

Basil Cheese Polenta Wedges

Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups chicken broth1 1/2 cups stone-ground yellow cornmeal1 bay leaves1/8 teaspoon...

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Inside-Out Stuffed Bell Peppers
< 4 hoursMain dishTime to make

Inside-Out Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions1 (16 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes1 large...

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Raspberry Balsamic Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Raspberry Balsamic Chicken

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil1/2 cup red onions, chopped1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 1...

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Rice Cooker  Vegetarian Rice
Main dishRiceSide dishes

Rice Cooker Vegetarian Rice

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil3 mushrooms, sliced2/3 cup long grain and wild rice blend2 teaspoons...

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Stir-Fry Beef With Cauliflower and Peas
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Stir-Fry Beef With Cauliflower and Peas

Ingredients: 1/2 lb flank steaks, cut in strips 1/8 inch thick, 1 1/2 inches...

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Cheese And Bean Quesadillas
CheeseLunch/snacksMain dish

Cheese And Bean Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans refried beans1/2 cup salsa1 teaspoon chili powder4 10-inch flour...

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White Sauce Chicken Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishPasta

White Sauce Chicken Lasagna

Ingredients: 9 lasagna noodles2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup1/2 cup...

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Tofu Veggie Balls
AppetizersMain dishSoy/tofu

Tofu Veggie Balls

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil4 garlic cloves, crushed1 large onions, finely chopped1 large carrots,...

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Mom Bennett's Venison Gravy
Condimentsetc.Main dish

Mom Bennett’s Venison Gravy

Ingredients: 1 quart canned venison1 (15 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup4 tablespoons flour1...

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Cheesy Chicken and Artichoke Pizza
Lunch/snacksMain dishPizza

Cheesy Chicken and Artichoke Pizza

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) prebaked prepared pizza crust ( or any 12 inch pizza...

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Beef Florentine
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef Florentine

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef or 1 lb ground sirloin1 (28 ounce) cans...

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Pork Loin With Creamy Dijon Yogurt Sauce
Main dishPorkPork loins

Pork Loin With Creamy Dijon Yogurt Sauce

Ingredients: 2 1/4 lbs pork loin2 sprigs fresh rosemary1 1/2 tablespoons fresh thyme2 garlic...

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Tiropites
AppetizersCheeseMain dish

Tiropites

Ingredients: 1 lb phyllo dough3 eggs1/2 lb feta cheese, crumbled4 ounces ricotta cheese4 ounces...

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Aunt Tzipporah's Crispy Chicken and Potatoes
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Aunt Tzipporah’s Crispy Chicken and Potatoes

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons water1 cup corn flake crumbs8 (1/2 ounce) skinless chicken thighs1 teaspoon...

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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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Bubba's Chicken Dish
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Bubba’s Chicken Dish

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 cup onions, chopped1 cup green onions, chopped1/2 cup...

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Everybody's-Got-Room-For-Seconds-Casserole
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Everybody’s-Got-Room-For-Seconds-Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans valley fresh premium white chicken meat, drained4 cups frozen...

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Rosemary Turkey With Mushrooms
< 30 minsMain dishMeat

Rosemary Turkey With Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 lb turkey breast tenderloins, slices all visible fat removed1/2 cup low sodium...

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AmericanBeansMain dish

Vegetarian Baked Bean Meatloaf!

Ingredients: 1 cup grated cheese (optional)1 (16 ounce) cans vegetarian baked beans1 1/4 cups...

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Breaded Garlic and Dill Fish - Low Fat
FishMain dishSeafood

Breaded Garlic and Dill Fish – Low Fat

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs firm white fish fillets ( cod, haddock or flounder work...

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Texas Fajita "ribbons"
AppetizersBeef steaksMain dish

Texas Fajita “ribbons”

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs flank steaksfajita seasoning mix3/4 cup barbecue sauce1/2 cup lemon juice2...

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Macaroni and Cheddar
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Macaroni and Cheddar

Ingredients: 1/2 lb elbow macaroni, cooked and drained ( I use Barilla brand,they have...

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Pasta With Raw Tomato and Balsamic Sauce
Main dishPastaTomatoes

Pasta With Raw Tomato and Balsamic Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb thick strand pasta ( such as linguine or fettuccini)1 pinch brown...

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Chicago-Style Pizza
BeefMain dishPizza

Chicago-Style Pizza

Ingredients: 2 (10 ounce) cans refrigerated pizza doughcooking spray3 ounces shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1...

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Chicken With Honeyed Vegetables Over Penne
ChickenMain dishPenne

Chicken With Honeyed Vegetables Over Penne

Ingredients: 1/2 cup zucchini, sliced1/2 cup celery, sliced1 cup red peppers, sliced1 cup green...

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CasserolesMain dishPasta

Baked Pasta Dish

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup onions, chopped1/2 cup bell peppers, chopped1 (6 ounce)...

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Darthlaurie's Taco Casserole With Black Beans
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Darthlaurie’s Taco Casserole With Black Beans

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger1 package taco seasoning1/4 cup water1 (15 1/2 ounce) cans black...

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Planet Hollywood Chicken Crunch
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Planet Hollywood Chicken Crunch

Ingredients: 1 cup Cap’n Crunch cereal1 cup corn flakes1 cup flour1 tablespoon granulated onion1...

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Sweet BBQ Chicken Kabobs
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Sweet BBQ Chicken Kabobs

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces2 cups pineapple chunks...

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Cottage Cheese Enchiladas
ChickenGround beefMain dish

Cottage Cheese Enchiladas

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, boiled and shredded or...

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Italian Mini Meatballs
BeefGround beefMain dish

Italian Mini Meatballs

Ingredients: 1/2 lb bulk Italian sausage1/2 lb ground beef1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs1/4 cup grated...

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Ground Beef Biscuit Stew
< 60 minsMain dishStews

Ground Beef Biscuit Stew

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 medium onions, chopped1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes,...

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Turkey Bow-Tie Skillet
CheeseMain dishPasta

Turkey Bow-Tie Skillet

Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground turkey1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil3/4 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped...

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Spicy Lamb Tagine with Couscous
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Spicy Lamb Tagine with Couscous

Ingredients: 1 3/4 lbs lean lamb leg steak1 1/2 ounces onions, chopped2 cloves garlic,...

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ChickenMain dishPoultry

Creamy Chicken Paprika

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts4 slices muenster cheese1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream...

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Spinach and Black Bean Quesadillas
AppetizersEggsMain dish

Spinach and Black Bean Quesadillas

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup chopped yellow onions2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced1...

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Momma's Beef Stew
BeefMain dishStews

Momma’s Beef Stew

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons oil3 tablespoons wine vinegar1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat1 cup red...

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Three Bean Pasta
Main dishPastaSalads

Three Bean Pasta

Ingredients: 1 lb No Yolks egg noodle substitute, uncooked1 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans,...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Channa Masala

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 medium onions ( peeled and minced)1 clove garlic (...

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Roasted Chicken with Onion Gravy
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Roasted Chicken with Onion Gravy

Ingredients: 3 -4 lbs chickencoarse saltfresh ground black pepper3 medium onions2 lemons2 tablespoons unsalted...

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Hamburger Tater Tots Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Hamburger Tater Tots Casserole

Ingredients: 2 lbs hamburgerseasoning saltpepperdried onions2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of celery soup1...

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Salmon Quiche
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Salmon Quiche

Ingredients: 1 cup corn flake crumbs4 tablespoons melted butter1/2 teaspoon dill weed1 (7 3/4...

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Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Main dishPotatoesVegetables

Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients: 4 lbs russet potatoes1 quart heavy cream2 cloves garlic, crushed1 1/2 tablespoons kosher...

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Alaskan Pollack with Broccoli in a Cream Sauce
FishMain dishOne Dish meal

Alaskan Pollack with Broccoli in a Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 150 g cleaned alaskan pollock fillets ( or any other sturdy white fish)100...

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Pork Chops With An Oregano Wine Sauce
Main dishMeatPork

Pork Chops With An Oregano Wine Sauce

Ingredients: 4 thick pork chops1/4 cup olive oil2 green peppers, sliced1/2 lb sliced mushrooms2...

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ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Pan Grilled Chicken with Avocado and Red Onion Salsa

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless chicken breasts2 cloves garlic, pressed2 tablespoons lime juice3 tablespoons olive...

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Easy Pineapple Chicken
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Easy Pineapple Chicken

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar1 tablespoon grated ginger1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts,...

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Main dishPastaPenne

Penne with Fried Sardines, Capers and Parsley

Ingredients: 1/2 lb penne or 1/2 lb ziti pasta1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, washed,dried,and...

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Sweet and Sour Skillet Dinner
ChineseMain dishOne Dish meal

Sweet and Sour Skillet Dinner

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless chicken1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 medium onions, cut in chunks1...

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Main dishPastarice and grains

Buckwheat Pasta Noodles

Ingredients: 2/3 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup buckwheat flour1 large eggs1 teaspoon extra virgin olive...

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Pork Chops in Onion Sauce
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops in Onion Sauce

Ingredients: 4 pork loin chops, 1/2 “,thick2 tablespoons cooking oil1/2 cup water1/2 envelope dry...

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BeefCondimentsetc.

Homemade Gravy

Ingredients: juices from cooked meat2 tablespoons flour ( heaping tablespoons)water or vegetable stock1 dash...

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Autumn Two Potato Scallop
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Autumn Two Potato Scallop

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8 inch...

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Inside-Out Stuffed Green Bell Peppers
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Inside-Out Stuffed Green Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions1 (16 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes, cut...

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Everyday Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Everyday Meatloaf

Ingredients: 2/3 cup dry breadcrumbs1 cup milk1 1/2 lbs ground chuck2 eggs, beaten1/3 cup...

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Broiled Salmon With Marmalade-Dijon Glaze
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Broiled Salmon With Marmalade-Dijon Glaze

Ingredients: 1/2 cup orange marmalade1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Cheesy Lasagna for leftover meatloaf!!
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Cheesy Lasagna for leftover meatloaf!!

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil5 cups your favorite pasta sauce1 1/2-2 cups crumbled leftover...

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