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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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Barbecue Chicken and Black Bean Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Barbecue Chicken and Black Bean Pizza

Ingredients: 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup barbecue sauce ( your favorite brand)16...

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California Quiche
BreakfastMain dishSavory pies

California Quiche

Ingredients: 1 cup mushrooms, fresh, chopped1/2 cup celery, finely chopped1/2 cup green onions, finely...

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Beef Fillets With Stilton Portabella Sauce
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Beef Fillets With Stilton Portabella Sauce

Ingredients: 6 (6 ounce) beef tenderloin fillets2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon1/2 teaspoon fresh ground...

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Easy Mustard Chicken
Chicken breastLunch/snacksMain dish

Easy Mustard Chicken

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 4 pieces1/4 cup French’s mustard1/2...

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Turkey Tostadas
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Turkey Tostadas

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs lean ground turkey1/2 cup chopped onions1 cup chopped green peppers2...

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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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Hoppin' John
Main dishRiceSide dishes

Hoppin’ John

Ingredients: 1 lb dried black-eyed peas2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 large onions, peeled and finely...

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Cobb Sandwich
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Cobb Sandwich

Ingredients: 4 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, grilled4 sandwich buns ( Kaiser type)8...

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Western Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Western Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 (7 1/4 ounce) boxes macaroni and cheese mix1/2 cup butter ( not...

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Wimpy Burgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

Wimpy Burgers

Ingredients: 6 slices cooked bacon ( diced, remove from fat)1 1/2 lbs hamburger1 cup...

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ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Lime Cumin Chicken

Ingredients: 2 whole boneless chicken breasts ( skin on)1/3 cup vegetable oil1/3 cup fresh...

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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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Judy's Eggplant (Aubergine) Parm
ItalianMain dishVegetables

Judy’s Eggplant (Aubergine) Parm

Ingredients: 3 lbs eggplantsolive oilflour, as needed2 cups canned imported Italian plum tomatoes, well-drained...

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Weekday Creamy Seafood Pasta
CrabMain dishPasta

Weekday Creamy Seafood Pasta

Ingredients: 2 cups pasta, uncooked, any short penne, rotini, fusilli etc3/4 cup alfredo sauce8...

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Baked Pasta With Mushroom Chicken Cream Sauce
CasserolesMain dishPasta

Baked Pasta With Mushroom Chicken Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 8 ounces medium sized shaped pasta, cooked & drained well, cooled ( such...

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Gourmet Arroz con Pollo
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Gourmet Arroz con Pollo

Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil3 tablespoons achiote seeds1 -2 whole chicken, cut into parts...

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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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Warm Tortellini Salad
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Warm Tortellini Salad

Ingredients: 2 (9 ounce) packages fresh cheese tortellini0.5 (7 1/4 ounce) jars roasted red...

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Chicken Cheese Lasagna
LasagnaMain dishPasta

Chicken Cheese Lasagna

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter4 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon kosher salt2 cups...

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Irish Eggs
BreakfastMain dishPotatoes

Irish Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs1 lb potatoes, cooked and mashed2 eggs, beaten1 teaspoon garlic, finely...

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Mabu Dofu (Spicy Tofu)
Main dishPorkSoy/tofu

Mabu Dofu (Spicy Tofu)

Ingredients: 1 lb firm tofu1/2 lb ground pork or 1/2 lb veggie crumbles1/2 onions1...

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Roast Vegetable Paella
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Roast Vegetable Paella

Ingredients: 3 cups chicken broth1 1/4 teaspoons saffron threads1 large red bell peppers, cut...

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Moroccan Chicken With Preserved Lemons and Couscous
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Moroccan Chicken With Preserved Lemons and Couscous

Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice2 tablespoons honey2 garlic cloves, crushed1 teaspoon ground turmeric1...

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Broccoli Strata
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Broccoli Strata

Ingredients: 2 packages frozen broccoli2 eggs, beaten3/4 cup milk3/4 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded3/4 cup...

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Sirloin Tips With Mushrooms
BeefMain dishMeat

Sirloin Tips With Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs sirloin tip steaks, cubed2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/2 lb...

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Grace's Chicken Casserole
CasserolesChickenMain dish

Grace’s Chicken Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) packages cubed sage and onion seasoned stuffing mix4 -6 bone-in...

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Lemon Ginger Coriander Chicken Kebabs
ChickenMain dishPotatoes

Lemon Ginger Coriander Chicken Kebabs

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest1/4...

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Porcupines in Mushroom Sauce
BeefGround beefMain dish

Porcupines in Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 eggs1/4 cup onions, minced finely1/2-3/4 cup uncooked ricesalt and...

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Lunch/snacksMain dishRice

Quick Tava Rice

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked rice1 sliced onions3 cloves crushed garlic1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder1/2 teaspoon...

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Pesto and Tomato Angel Hair Pasta
Main dishPastarice and grains

Pesto and Tomato Angel Hair Pasta

Ingredients: 1 lb angel hair pasta3 cloves garlic3 cups fresh basil leaves1/2 cup pine...

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Cedar Planked Salmon With Spice Rub
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Cedar Planked Salmon With Spice Rub

Ingredients: 1 cedar planks ( approx. 8-inch x12-inch)2 lbs salmon fillets, with skin1 tablespoon...

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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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Special Pork Tenderloin
Main dishMeatPork

Special Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 1/3 cup flour1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)1/2 teaspoon pepper2 pork tenderloins ( 1 pound...

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Super Black Beans and Rice
Main dishSide dishesWhite rice

Super Black Beans and Rice

Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked white rice1 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed1...

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Mom's Roast Beef
< 4 hoursMain dishTime to make

Mom’s Roast Beef

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon cooking oil1 (2 1/2 lb) beef eye round1 medium onions, chopped1...

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Sassy Sloppy Joes
BeefGround beefMain dish

Sassy Sloppy Joes

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 medium onions1/3 cup chopped celery ribs1/3 cup chopped green...

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Main dishPastaSide dishes

Roasted Red Pepper Pasta

Ingredients: 1 cup bottled roasted red peppers1/2 teaspoon bottled minced garlic2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1/2...

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Rancho Beans
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Rancho Beans

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter1 lb ground round1 small onions, chopped1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt1/2 tablespoon...

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Tomato-basil Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Tomato-basil Chicken

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 tablespoons water4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 (10 ounce)...

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Chinese Hamburger Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Chinese Hamburger Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup1 (10...

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Grilled Pork Chops Marinade
Main dishPorkPork chops

Grilled Pork Chops Marinade

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon oregano1/3 cup olive oil1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup...

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Iron Mike's White Sharp Cheddar N' Ham Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniLunch/snacksMain dish

Iron Mike’s White Sharp Cheddar N’ Ham Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 cups elbow macaroni1 cup cooked cubed ham1 1/2 tablespoons butter or 1...

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Seared Tuna with Ginger Noodles
Main dishSaltwater fishTuna

Seared Tuna with Ginger Noodles

Ingredients: 200 g dry somen noodles1 tablespoon sesame oil2 tablespoons lime juice1 teaspoon wasabi25...

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Armenian Eggplant (Aubergine) Casserole
CasserolesMain dishVegetables

Armenian Eggplant (Aubergine) Casserole

Ingredients: 1 eggplants4 tomatoes1 green bell peppers, diced ( I sometimes use 2 and...

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Somerset Pork With Apples Recipe
Main dishOne Dish mealPork loins

Somerset Pork With Apples Recipe

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1 1/4 lbs pork loin, cut into bite-sized pieces12 baby onions,...

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Beth Elon's Italian Rice Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Beth Elon’s Italian Rice Salad

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups long-grain rice ( can be parboiled)salt1/4 cup red wine vinegar3...

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Ranch Chicken Chopped Salad
Main dishOne Dish mealSalads

Ranch Chicken Chopped Salad

Ingredients: 1 (9 ounce) bags cool ranch Doritos, crumbled4 (5 ounce) boneless skinless chicken...

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Satay Ayam (Chicken Satay)
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Satay Ayam (Chicken Satay)

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper2 tablespoons soy sauce1...

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Pasta Puttanesca
Main dishOne Dish mealSpaghetti

Pasta Puttanesca

Ingredients: diced tomatoes3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil3 large garlic cloves, diced finely1 1/2...

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Honey-Walnut Prawns
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Honey-Walnut Prawns

Ingredients: 1/2 cup walnuts1/2 cup sugar2 cups oil1 lb jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined1/2...

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Sizzled Citrus Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Sizzled Citrus Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined ( 30-40 per pound)3 tablespoons lemon juice3...

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Noodle Rice Pilaf
Long Grain riceMain dishPasta

Noodle Rice Pilaf

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter1 cup long grain rice ( I use jasmine)1/2 cup uncooked...

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Almond Coated Basa
FishMain dishSeafood

Almond Coated Basa

Ingredients: 3/4 cup ground almonds 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon dried parsley 1/4...

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Grilled Chicken Legs with Gubbins Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Grilled Chicken Legs with Gubbins Sauce

Ingredients: 8 chicken drumsticksoilsalt and pepper2 ounces butter3 tablespoons English mustard2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar4...

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Pasta Mexicana
Main dishPastarice and grains

Pasta Mexicana

Ingredients: 1/2 lb spinach pasta ( green)1 1/2 cups cubed tomatoes1 cup cucumbers, cut...

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Cilantro-Lime Chicken Fajitas With Grilled Onions
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Cilantro-Lime Chicken Fajitas With Grilled Onions

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups coarsely chopped fresh cilantro3/4 cup olive oil5 tablespoons fresh lime...

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Roast Pork Tenderloin With Dried Cherries and Rosemary
Main dishMeatPork

Roast Pork Tenderloin With Dried Cherries and Rosemary

Ingredients: 2 (1 lb) pork tenderloins1/2 cup dried cherries1/3 cup dry red wine1/4 cup...

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Chicken Cream Cheese Enchiladas
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Cream Cheese Enchiladas

Ingredients: 2 (12 1/2 ounce) cans chicken breasts ( drained)1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans...

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Cream Cheese Lasagna
Ground beefLasagnaMain dish

Cream Cheese Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions1 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce1 (6...

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Pacific Cream Corn
CasserolesMain dishSide dishes

Pacific Cream Corn

Ingredients: 1 (20 ounce) packages frozen whole kernel corn1/2 pint whipping cream1/2 pint milk1/4...

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