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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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Salmon Packets
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalmon

Salmon Packets

Ingredients: 8 phyllo pastry sheets, thawed2 -3 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley4...

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Noodles in Nut Sauce
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Noodles in Nut Sauce

Ingredients: 1/3 cup peanut butter2 tablespoons low-sodium tamari1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar1 tablespoon toasted...

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The Original Veggie-Burger: Falafel
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

The Original Veggie-Burger: Falafel

Ingredients: 4 cups chickpeas ( garbanzo beans)4 tablespoons tahini ( sesame butter)1/3 cup minced...

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Orange Chicken with Fruited Rice
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Orange Chicken with Fruited Rice

Ingredients: 1 cup rice ( I use brown rice)1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken...

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Indian Stew
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Indian Stew

Ingredients: 1 medium onions, chopped1 medium bell peppers, chopped2 tablespoons butter1 lb ground beef1...

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Turkey Meatloaf   (no Ketchup or Tomato)
Main dishPoultryTurkey

Turkey Meatloaf (no Ketchup or Tomato)

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) jars fat free beef gravy1 cup water2 lbs ground turkey1...

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Spiced up Tofu
Main dishSide dishesSoy/tofu

Spiced up Tofu

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) packages soft tofu or 1 (14 ounce) packages regular tofu1/2...

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Pumpkin Pork Stew
Main dishSoups & stewsStews

Pumpkin Pork Stew

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium onions, finely chopped1 garlic cloves, peeled and finely...

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Chicken Breasts With Herb Stuffing
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Breasts With Herb Stuffing

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon chopped garlic2 cups baby spinach1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley1/4 cup chopped...

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Mushroom and Chilli Pasta
ItalianMain dishPasta

Mushroom and Chilli Pasta

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil500 g button mushrooms, sliced thinly2 large chilies, finely sliced1...

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Tex Mex  Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Tex Mex Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise1 -2 chipotle chiles in adobo, minced1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese4...

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Linguine With Shrimp and Tomatoes
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Linguine With Shrimp and Tomatoes

Ingredients: saltpepper2 lbs uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left intact10 tablespoons extra...

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Make Yourself a Dang Quesadilla!
Lunch/snacksMain dishVegetables

Make Yourself a Dang Quesadilla!

Ingredients: 1 (10 inch) flour tortillas1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese ( jack is good...

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Quick Hunan Grilled Chicken
Chicken breastLunch/snacksMain dish

Quick Hunan Grilled Chicken

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce1 tablespoon peanut butter2 teaspoons soy sauce1 clove garlic, minced1...

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Zesty Biscuit Bean Bake
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Zesty Biscuit Bean Bake

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/4 cup chopped onions1 (1 1/3 ounce) packages sloppy joe...

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No Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealTurkey

No Pasta, Crunchy, Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey, frozen or fresh1 (16 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce1 head...

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Mafe (Senegalese Beef Stew)
BeefMain dishStews

Mafe (Senegalese Beef Stew)

Ingredients: 1/2 cup peanut butter2 cups stock ( your choice, preferably unsalted)2 tablespoons canola...

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Chicken Bonnie Prince Charlie (Chicken with Drambuie Sauce)
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Bonnie Prince Charlie (Chicken with Drambuie Sauce)

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts2 -3 tablespoons drambuie1/2 cup chicken stock1 cup whipping...

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Easy Cabbage and Noodles
Main dishPastarice and grains

Easy Cabbage and Noodles

Ingredients: 2 (12 ounce) bags pre-shredded coleslaw mix16 ounces extra-wide egg noodles1/2 cup butter1...

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Red-Simmered Beef Stew
BeefBeef roastMain dish

Red-Simmered Beef Stew

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil3 lbs beef roast3 cups water6 tablespoons soy sauce3 tablespoons...

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Taco Tater Tots Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Taco Tater Tots Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (2 ounce) packages taco seasoning1/4 cup water1/2 medium onions,...

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Herb Roasted Chicken With Lemon
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Herb Roasted Chicken With Lemon

Ingredients: 1 chicken, washed and patted dry ( about 3 pounds)1 teaspoon kosher salt1/4...

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Crab Broccoli Bake
CasserolesCrabMain dish

Crab Broccoli Bake

Ingredients: 2 cups broccoli florets ( steamed until just beginning to get soft, don’t...

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Belle's Bayou Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Belle’s Bayou Pork Chops

Ingredients: 1 cup flour2 teaspoons black pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic powder2 tablespoons paprika3 -4 tablespoons...

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Deep-Dish Turkey Pot Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Deep-Dish Turkey Pot Pie

Ingredients: 1 2/3 cups hot water1 (6 ounce) packages chicken stuffing mix or 1...

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Chinese Spicy Beef Lettuce Wraps
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Chinese Spicy Beef Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef 2 minced garlic cloves 1 tablespoon sherry wine...

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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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Citrus Marinated Pork Chops (oamc)
Main dishPorkPork chops

Citrus Marinated Pork Chops (oamc)

Ingredients: 2 limes ( juice of)2 oranges ( juice of)2 lemons ( juice of)2...

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Butternut Squash and Goats Cheese
CheeseMain dishSide dishes

Butternut Squash and Goats Cheese

Ingredients: 1 butternut squash100 g goat cheese1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional) Directions: Preheat the...

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Macaroni Cheese Bake
CheeseLunch/snacksMain dish

Macaroni Cheese Bake

Ingredients: 2 cups pasta elbows1 tablespoon oil1 brown onions, chopped1 garlic cloves, crushed1 red...

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Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 1/2 cups 1% low-fat...

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Cheesy Tomato and Sausage Bake With Ziti Pasta
CasserolesMain dishPasta

Cheesy Tomato and Sausage Bake With Ziti Pasta

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) package uncooked ziti pasta2 -3 tablespoons olive oil1 1/2 lbs...

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Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry With Peanut Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry With Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil or 2 teaspoons vegetable oil2 garlic cloves, finely chopped1/2...

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Really Easy and Good Honey Mustard Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Really Easy and Good Honey Mustard Chicken

Ingredients: 4 lbs chicken pieces1/2 cup liquid honey1/4 cup butter ( very soft or...

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Best Creamy Chicken Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishOne Dish meal

Best Creamy Chicken Lasagna

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese1 eggs1 -15 ounce ricotta cheese2 cans mushroom soup12...

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Carne Guisado - Colombian Stewed Beef
BeefMain dishMeat

Carne Guisado – Colombian Stewed Beef

Ingredients: 1 lb flank steaks2 tablespoons vegetable oil4 garlic cloves2 teaspoons ground cumin6 roma...

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Ziti Bake
EuropeanItalianMain dish

Ziti Bake

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef or 1 lb sweet Italian sausage1 lb ziti...

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Deep Dish Spaghetti Pie
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

Deep Dish Spaghetti Pie

Ingredients: 6 ounces uncooked spaghetti2 eggs, slightly beaten1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese1 lb ground...

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Cheesy Chicken Pot Biscuit Cups (Low Fat
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Cheesy Chicken Pot Biscuit Cups (Low Fat, Low Cal)

Ingredients: 1 (7 1/2 ounce) cans homestyle refrigerated biscuits or 1 (7 1/2 ounce)...

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Sauteed Scallops with Mustard
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Sauteed Scallops with Mustard

Ingredients: 12 big scallops2 tablespoons olive oil6 tablespoons whipping cream6 ounces spinach leaves (...

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Portabella Pizza With Peppery Greens
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Portabella Pizza With Peppery Greens

Ingredients: 4 fresh portabella mushrooms, stems removedolive oil flavored cooking spray2 tablespoons crumbled feta...

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Scrumptious Won  Ton  Lasagne
AmericanMain dishPasta

Scrumptious Won Ton Lasagne

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) package wonton wrappers3 cups cheese, grated ( Mozzarella and Cheddar...

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Garlic Lovers Muffuletta
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Garlic Lovers Muffuletta

Ingredients: 1 loaf fresh French bread5 stalks celery, with, the, strings, removed6 heads garlic,...

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Chicken and Salad Pitas
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Chicken and Salad Pitas

Ingredients: 8 pita breads400 g cooked chicken8 tablespoons salad dressing ( Salad Cream)1 tablespoon...

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CarrotsMain dishOne Dish meal

Osso Bucco

Ingredients: 1 sprig fresh rosemary1 dried bay leaves3 whole cloves4 veal shanks ( one...

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Mild Mexican Ground Beef
BeefGround beefMain dish

Mild Mexican Ground Beef

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 medium onions, diced1 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons olive oil1/4...

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Monkfish With Lemon
CitrusFishMain dish

Monkfish With Lemon

Ingredients: 1 lb monk fish4 tablespoons butter1 lemons, juice of3/4 cup floursalt and pepper1/2...

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Beef Vegetable Soup With Orzo
BeefMain dishSoups & stews

Beef Vegetable Soup With Orzo

Ingredients: 1 lb beef stew meat2 carrots, sliced2 stalks celery, sliced1 cup chopped yellow...

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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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Herbed Summer Squash and Potato Torte with Parmesan
Lunch/snacksMain dishSide dishes

Herbed Summer Squash and Potato Torte with Parmesan

Ingredients: 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced1 cup grated parmesan cheese2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1...

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BeefMain dishMeat

Spicy Grilled Kabobs

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons dried thyme2 teaspoons dried oregano2 teaspoons dried rosemary1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon...

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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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Five Star Chile Rellenos Casserole
CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Five Star Chile Rellenos Casserole

Ingredients: 6 ounces mozzarella cheese, grated6 ounces cheddar cheese, grated6 ounces monterey jack cheese,...

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Pork Chops Smothered in Cream of Mushroom
Eggs/dairyMain dishPork

Pork Chops Smothered in Cream of Mushroom

Ingredients: 6 -8 pork chops1 purple onions (I use the purple because it gives...

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Papoutsakia
Main dishOne Dish mealVegetables

Papoutsakia

Ingredients: 2 large eggplants ( 600g each)1 tablespoon olive oil1 onions, finely chopped3 garlic...

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Savory Montreal Steak Rub
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Savory Montreal Steak Rub

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon mccormick grill mates McCormick’s Montreal Brand steak seasoning1 tablespoon light brown...

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Spicy Baked Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Spicy Baked Chicken

Ingredients: 3/4 cup dry breadcrumbs2 teaspoons powdered milk2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1...

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Chilled Oriental Chicken Pasta Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Chilled Oriental Chicken Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb of your favorite pasta, cooked per package diections and drained (...

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Yummy Taco Potato Pie!
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Yummy Taco Potato Pie!

Ingredients: 2 cups cold mashed potatoes ( prepared with milk and butter)1 (1 1/4...

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French Onion Rib Eye Steaks
BeefBeef roastMain dish

French Onion Rib Eye Steaks

Ingredients: 1 thinly sliced onions ( about 1/2 pound)2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon sugar1 1/2...

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