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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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Finallywroteitdown Chicken
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Finallywroteitdown Chicken, Sausage and Shrimp Jambalaya

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken ( I like a combination of roasted light and...

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Sunday Fried Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Sunday Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 2 cups unbleached flour1 cup cornmeal3 tablespoons dry mustard3 tablespoons sweet paprika2 tablespoons...

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Almost Fat - Free Spaghetti Bolognese
Main dishPastaSpaghetti

Almost Fat – Free Spaghetti Bolognese

Ingredients: 400 g dried spaghetti or 400 g fettuccine pasta, cooked till al dente1...

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Filipino Adobo
Main dishOne Dish mealStews

Filipino Adobo

Ingredients: 1 cup distilled white vinegar or 1 cup cider vinegar1 cup water2 tablespoons...

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Classic Old Bay Crab Cakes
CrabMain dishShellfish

Classic Old Bay Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 slice bread, dried and crusts removed1/8 cup milk1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire...

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Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burrito
Main dishPotatoesYam/sweet potato

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burrito

Ingredients: 2 (10 ounce) sweet potatoes2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for brushing1 small...

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Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Fried Beef and Pasta

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 small green peppers, diced1/2 medium onions, diced1 large tomatoes,...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Emergency Meatball Sub Dinner

Ingredients: 6 frozen meatballs ( homemade or store bought)1/4 cup pasta sauce, from a...

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Bacon Cheeseburger Rice (Oamc)
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Bacon Cheeseburger Rice (Oamc)

Ingredients: 4 -5 cups cooked rice1 lb ground beef3 slices bacon, cooked crisp and...

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Easy Thai Chicken Pasta
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Easy Thai Chicken Pasta

Ingredients: 1 lb linguine1/3 cup sesame oil, plus2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided1 1/2 lbs...

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Tuna and Chickpea Salad
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Tuna and Chickpea Salad

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 zucchini, trimmed cut into 2cm diagonal slices1 red onions,...

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Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Sausage Tomato Ricotta Maccheroni (Maccheroni Alla Salsiccia E R

Ingredients: 1 lb macaroni ( or your favorite tube pasta)2 tablespoons butter1/2 cup yellow...

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Chinese Sloppy Joes
AsianLunch/snacksMain dish

Chinese Sloppy Joes

Ingredients: 1 3/4 lbs ground turkey1 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce3 tablespoons hoisin sauce3...

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Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric1/2 teaspoon ground gingersaltfresh ground black pepper2 teaspoons ground cumin1...

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Pretzel Chicken With Beurre Blanc Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Pretzel Chicken With Beurre Blanc Sauce

Ingredients: 1 cup pretzel crumbs ( about 2 cups before grinding)1/4 cup bacon bits1...

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Mamaw's Potato Stuff
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Mamaw’s Potato Stuff

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chuck1/2 cup onions, chopped4 cups mashed potatoes, buttered well2 (14...

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Beef and Vegetable Stew
Main dishSoups & stewsStews

Beef and Vegetable Stew

Ingredients: 2 lbs beef stew meat1/4 cup all-purpose floursalt and pepper, to taste1 lb...

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Steak Pizzaiola
BeefMain dishMeat

Steak Pizzaiola

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs beef tenderloin or 2 1/2 lbs sirloin1 ounce salt pork,...

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Chicken Broccoli Vegetable Saute'
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Broccoli Vegetable Saute’

Ingredients: 1 cup broccoli ( cut up)2 tablespoons butter ( divided)4 boneless skinless chicken...

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"Immoral" Sandwich Filling (Loose Meat)
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

“Immoral” Sandwich Filling (Loose Meat)

Ingredients: 3 lbs ground beef or 3 lbs ground venison4 teaspoons sugar1/4 cup prepared...

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30 Minute Dinner
Main dishMeatOne Dish meal

30 Minute Dinner

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil1 large onions, coarsely chopped, any type or 2 -3 bunches...

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Irish Beef Stew With Guinness Stout
BeefMain dishStews

Irish Beef Stew With Guinness Stout

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil3 bay leaves2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1...

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Toasted Orzo With Peas and Parmesan
Main dishPastaSide dishes

Toasted Orzo With Peas and Parmesan

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter1 cup onions, finely chopped3/4 teaspoon salt2 garlic cloves, minced...

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Garlic Chicken Piccata
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Garlic Chicken Piccata

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil6 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme2 teaspoons chopped...

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Beef and Macaroni Bake
BeefElbow macaroniMain dish

Beef and Macaroni Bake

Ingredients: 3 cups roast beef, cooked1 cup beef broth or 1 cup leftover gravy1...

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Cajun Shrimp Orecchiette
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Cajun Shrimp Orecchiette

Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked orecchiette1/3 cup butter1/2 cup chopped shallots3 cloves garlic, chopped1/4 cup...

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Grilled Salmon With Ginger-Orange Glaze
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalmon

Grilled Salmon With Ginger-Orange Glaze

Ingredients: 1/4 cup orange juice1/4 cup tamari or 1/4 cup soy sauce1/4 cup horseradish...

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Pork Chop Salsa and Peppers
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chop Salsa and Peppers

Ingredients: 2 pork chops, any cut2 teaspoons mixed spice1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms or...

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Easy Cheese Bake
CheeseMain dishSide dishes

Easy Cheese Bake

Ingredients: 4 slices soft white bread3 large eggs1 1/2 cups milk1/4 cup onions, minced1...

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Apple Swiss Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Apple Swiss Chicken

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed4 slices cooked ham, thin...

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Main dishPorkVegetables

New England Boiled Dinner-Pressure Cooker

Ingredients: 4 lbs ham shank4 cups water12 potatoes, halved12 onions, halved12 carrots, halved1 cabbage,...

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Pizza Potato Casserole
CasserolesMain dishVegetables

Pizza Potato Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (5 1/2 ounce) boxes scalloped potatoes mix1 (16 ounce) cans diced tomatoes1...

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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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Garlic Dijon Skirt Steak
BeefMain dishMeat

Garlic Dijon Skirt Steak

Ingredients: 2 -3 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon fresh lime juice1 (10...

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CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Meal in One

Ingredients: 4 cube steaks1 (8 ounce) packages macaroni noodles1 package onion soup mix1 (12...

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Mexican Jack Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Mexican Jack Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef ( may substitute ground turkey)1 cup chopped celery1...

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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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CasserolesLunch/snacksMain dish

Number 400, Seafood Casserole

Ingredients: 3/4 lb bay scallops or 3/4 lb sea scallops, if large cut in...

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Spicy Garlic Lime Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Spicy Garlic Lime Chicken

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon black pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon paprika1/4...

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Cajunized Oriental Pork Chops
Main dishPineappleStews

Cajunized Oriental Pork Chops

Ingredients: 3 pork chops, about 1 inch thick1 -2 tablespoon oil ( I use...

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Chicken Vesuvio
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Vesuvio

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil4 chicken thighs, with skin and bone-insaltblack pepper1 1/2 lbs...

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Baked Chicken With Lemon and Herbs
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Baked Chicken With Lemon and Herbs

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary1 1/2...

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Garlic and Oregano Stove Top Chicken
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Garlic and Oregano Stove Top Chicken

Ingredients: 1 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt4 tablespoons butter, softened1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon...

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Tomato-Zucchini Casserole
CasserolesMain dishSquash

Tomato-Zucchini Casserole

Ingredients: 1 cup grated cheddar cheese1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese1 teaspoon oregano1 teaspoon basil1...

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Sour Cream Tuna Bake
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Sour Cream Tuna Bake

Ingredients: 8 ounces wide egg noodles2 cans tuna, drained1 1/2 cups sour cream3/4 cup...

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Macadamia Chicken With Orange Frangelico Sauce
ChickenMain dishOranges

Macadamia Chicken With Orange Frangelico Sauce

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves2/3 cup macadamia nuts, finely chopped1/2 cup panko1/3...

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Quick Baked Pasta
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Quick Baked Pasta

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 lb coarse lean ground beef3 garlic cloves, peeled and...

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Tortilla Espanola
BreakfastMain dishOne Dish meal

Tortilla Espanola

Ingredients: 6 potatoes, peeled ( red or small yukon gold)1/2 onions, chopped ( red...

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Umbido (Beetroot Leaf Stew)
Main dishSide dishesStews

Umbido (Beetroot Leaf Stew)

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil500 g fresh beet leaves, torn in half ( preferably young)1...

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Incredible Taco Lasagna
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Incredible Taco Lasagna

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef2 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning mix4 cloves...

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Honey Barbecue Meatloaf
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Honey Barbecue Meatloaf

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1 tablespoon hot water1 eggs1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1/3 cup...

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Roasted Chicken and Cannellini Bean Salad
EuropeanMain dishSalads

Roasted Chicken and Cannellini Bean Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups coarsely chopped cooked boneless skinless chicken ( I use rotisserie chicken...

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Greek Meatballs With Artichokes and Lemon Sauce
Ground beefLemonMain dish

Greek Meatballs With Artichokes and Lemon Sauce

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts1/2 cup chopped onions2 eggs, separated1 cup...

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Jalapeno Burritos With Red Chili Gravy
BeansMain dishSouthwestern u.s.

Jalapeno Burritos With Red Chili Gravy

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups dried pinto beans6 cups water2 onions, diced1 pinch salt (optional)2...

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Corn Dog Casserole
BeefCasserolesMain dish

Corn Dog Casserole

Ingredients: 2 cups celery, thinly sliced2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine1 1/2 cups...

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Maple-Glazed Salmon
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Maple-Glazed Salmon

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons maple syrup1 1/2 tablespoons apple juice1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice2...

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Chicken-Broccoli Elegant
BroccoliMain dishPoultry

Chicken-Broccoli Elegant

Ingredients: 4 -5 cups fresh broccoli florets or 4 -5 cups frozen broccoli, thawed...

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Lean Beef Stroganoff
BeefMain dishOne Dish meal

Lean Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages wide egg noodles1 boneless beef top sirloin steaks, 3/4...

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Cheese Joe's
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Cheese Joe’s

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce1/4 cup parmesan cheesesalt &...

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BLT Pasta Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

BLT Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 7 ounces elbow macaroni or 7 ounces pasta shells or 7 ounces spiral...

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