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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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Peppery Chicken Breasts
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Peppery Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 4 split bone-in skinless chicken breasts1 cup water1 cup ketchup1 teaspoon apple cider...

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Feta Stuffed Chicken with Green Olives
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Feta Stuffed Chicken with Green Olives

Ingredients: 3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary1/2 tablespoon unsalted butterfresh ground...

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Tex Mex Pizza
Main dishOne Dish mealPizza

Tex Mex Pizza

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon cornmeal1 loaf frozen bread dough, thawed1/2 lb ground sirloin1 medium onions,...

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Parmesan Breaded Pork Chops
Main dishMeatPork

Parmesan Breaded Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 pork chops, 3/4 inch thick1 eggs, beaten1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup...

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Surprise Package
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Surprise Package

Ingredients: 4 chicken pieces1/2 cup barbecue sauce2 potatoes, diced1 cup frozen mixed vegetables1/2 onions,...

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Dijon Chicken with Panko Crust
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Dijon Chicken with Panko Crust

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter, melted1/4 cup Dijon mustard2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced or...

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Chicken with Caramelized Onions
Main dishMeatPoultry

Chicken with Caramelized Onions

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 onions, peeled and sliced4 boneless chicken breasts1 teaspoon teriyaki...

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Winner's Spaghetti Casserole
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Winner’s Spaghetti Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (10 -16 ounce) packages thin spaghetti, cooked and drained1 (28 ounce) jars...

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Creamy Mustard Pork Chops
Main dishPorkPork chops

Creamy Mustard Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops, 3/4 thick1 1/2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning1 tablespoon butter...

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Meatball Sub Sandwich (or Mini Meatloaves)
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Meatball Sub Sandwich (or Mini Meatloaves)

Ingredients: submarine sandwich buns1 1/4 cups bread, from buns ( see recipe)1 1/2 lbs...

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Schnitzel
Main dishPorkPork chops

Schnitzel

Ingredients: 4 butterfly pork chops1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 cup flour1/2 cup...

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Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken, Mushroom, and Asparagus Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice2 tablespoons oil1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cut into...

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Broken Spoke's Chicken-Fried Steak
BeefLunch/snacksMain dish

Broken Spoke’s Chicken-Fried Steak

Ingredients: 2 large eggs2 cups buttermilksaltpepper1 cup flour1 cup cracker meal2 beef cutlet, hand-tenderized...

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Pork Chops With Gingersnap Gravy
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops With Gingersnap Gravy

Ingredients: 4 pork chops, cut 1/2 inch thick and trimmed of separablefat1 tablespoon cooking...

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Zucchini Parmesan
Lunch/snacksMain dishSquash

Zucchini Parmesan

Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini, peeled and sliced2 eggs, beaten2 cups dry Italian seasoned breadcrumbs8...

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Chilled Tomato and Dill Soup
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Chilled Tomato and Dill Soup

Ingredients: 3 cups fresh tomatoes, peeled,seeded and coarsely chopped1 cup sour cream1/4 cup green...

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Grits Casserole
BreakfastCasserolesMain dish

Grits Casserole

Ingredients: 4 cups water1 cup grits1/2 cup margarine2 cups grated cheddar cheese3 eggs, beaten1/3...

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Easy Cheddar Rice Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Easy Cheddar Rice Casserole

Ingredients: 1/4 cup onions, chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup butter3 cups long grain rice...

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Beef Taco Noodle Bake!
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Beef Taco Noodle Bake!

Ingredients: 8 ounces medium egg noodles, cooked and drained1 lb ground beef, cooked, drained1/2...

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Skip's Chicken Tetrazzini
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Skip’s Chicken Tetrazzini

Ingredients: 16 ounces spaghetti or 16 ounces vermicelli, cooked and drained1 teaspoon broth seasonings5...

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Rainforest Cafe Rasta Pasta for Two or Three
ChickenMain dishPasta

Rainforest Cafe Rasta Pasta for Two or Three

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) boxes bow tie pasta2 cloves garlic2 teaspoons olive oil1 cup...

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Maple Beer pork Tenderloin
Main dishMeatPork

Maple Beer pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 1/3 cup Dijon mustard1/2 cup maple syrup1 bottle beer ( I use Ale)1...

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Oven Beef Stew
Main dishSoups & stewsStews

Oven Beef Stew

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons flour1 1/2 teaspoons salt1 dash black pepper1 dash garlic powder1 1/2...

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Baked Ziti My Way
BeefGround beefMain dish

Baked Ziti My Way

Ingredients: 1 lb ziti pasta1 lb chopped beef1 (26 ounce) jars prepared spaghetti sauce3...

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Microwave Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Microwave Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni2 cups hot water1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup...

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Shrimp in White Wine
Main dishOne Dish mealShrimp

Shrimp in White Wine

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil5 -6 tablespoons chives, coarsley chopped1 lb shrimp, peeled and...

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CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Stuffed Jumbo Shells

Ingredients: 6 ounces packages jumbo pasta shells1 tablespoon butter2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves,...

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Ginger Lentil Soup
Lunch/snacksMain dishSoups & stews

Ginger Lentil Soup

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 carrots, chopped1 onions, chopped2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger4...

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Sesame Pasta
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Sesame Pasta

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons smooth peanut butter2 tablespoons sesame oil1/4 cup chopped scallions4 ounces pasta...

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Grilled Bourbon Salmon
Main dishPineappleSalmon

Grilled Bourbon Salmon

Ingredients: 1/4 cup pineapple juice2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon Bourbon1/4 teaspoon...

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Pork Tenderloin in Apple Vodka Sauce
Main dishPorkPork loins

Pork Tenderloin in Apple Vodka Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 pork tenderloins, about 1 1/2 lbssalt and pepper1 granny...

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Pearl Barley Pilaf
GrainsMain dishStews

Pearl Barley Pilaf

Ingredients: 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon...

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Moroccan Chicken With Apricot Couscous and Green Olive Sauce
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Moroccan Chicken With Apricot Couscous and Green Olive Sauce

Ingredients: 1 cinnamon sticks, chopped in pieces8 whole cloves1 teaspoon cayenne2 teaspoons cumin seeds1...

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Pea Pod Casserole
CasserolesLow cholesterolMain dish

Pea Pod Casserole

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground chuck1 medium onions, chopped1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon garlic...

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Baked Salmon With Mushroom Sauce
Main dishSalmonSaltwater fish

Baked Salmon With Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs fresh salmon2 tablespoons butter2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms2 green onions,...

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Sliced Chicken With Broccoli
AsianMain dishMeat

Sliced Chicken With Broccoli

Ingredients: 1 lb broccoli1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts2 tablespoons chicken broth or 2...

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Summer Tomato Sauce
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Summer Tomato Sauce

Ingredients: 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, peeled & diced6 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon dried oregano1...

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Beef Pot Pie Filling - Dairy Free
Main dishOne Dish mealSavory pies

Beef Pot Pie Filling – Dairy Free

Ingredients: 1/4 cup flour1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 1/2 lbs beef ( cut into...

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True Blues Hamburgers
BeefGround beefMain dish

True Blues Hamburgers

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef ( 80% lean works best)1 tablespoon crushed dried...

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Tacos in a Bag
BeefGround beefMain dish

Tacos in a Bag

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix4 (1/2 ounce) packages...

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Crab Cakes With Green Onions
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Crab Cakes With Green Onions

Ingredients: 1 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons mayonnaise ( I use light mayo)2 tablespoons minced green...

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Spicy Chicken Salad
Lunch/snacksMain dishSalads

Spicy Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb noodles ( I use silly spagetti)1/2 cup peanut butter1/2 cup water1/3...

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Rib-Eye Steaks With Mediterranean Marinade
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Rib-Eye Steaks With Mediterranean Marinade

Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry red wine1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1 teaspoon...

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Venezuelan Barbecued Pork
Main dishMeatPork

Venezuelan Barbecued Pork

Ingredients: 3 lbs boneless pork butt, butterflied to form a steak 1 1/2 in....

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Sarita's Chicken Tortilla Soup -Muy Bueno!
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Sarita’s Chicken Tortilla Soup -Muy Bueno!

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon chopped garlic2 chicken breasts ( shredded)4 (14 1/2...

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Cajun Corn and Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Cajun Corn and Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 large eggs, beaten1 lb crabmeat1 teaspoon cajun seasoning2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 cup fresh...

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Spicy Tex-Mex Meatballs
Ground beefLunch/snacksMain dish

Spicy Tex-Mex Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 small onions4 garlic cloves1/2 red capsicums1 (200 g) cans kidney beans1 teaspoon...

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Summer Pasta Topper
Main dishPastaVegetables

Summer Pasta Topper

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil2 -3 cloves garlic, slivered1/2 onions, sliced2 small zucchini, chopped6...

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Granny's Dirty Rice
CasserolesGround beefMain dish

Granny’s Dirty Rice

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 1/2 lbs bulk pork sausage, mild1 onions, chopped1/2...

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Minute Rice's Spanish Rice with Beef
Main dishOne Dish mealSide dishes

Minute Rice’s Spanish Rice with Beef

Ingredients: 3/4 lb ground beef1 (10 ounce) packages frozen corn1 cup water1 (14 ounce)...

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Sweet Peas and Carrots in a tomato sauce
Lunch/snacksMain dishVegetables

Sweet Peas and Carrots in a tomato sauce

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil3 medium carrots, scrubbed and diced1 small diced onions1 1/2...

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Another Meatloaf Recipe
BeefGround beefMain dish

Another Meatloaf Recipe

Ingredients: 2 eggs, slightly beaten3/4 cup milk1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 cup Italian style breadcrumbs1...

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Grilled Falafel
Lunch/snacksMain dishSandwiches

Grilled Falafel

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 small onions, finely chopped1 garlic cloves, minced1...

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BeefMain dishStews

Los Rios Stew

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons cooking oil2 lbs lean stew meat, cut into 1/2 inch pieces2...

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Winter Adzuki Fried Rice Hinged
Main dishRiceSquash

Winter Adzuki Fried Rice Hinged

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice1 1/2 cups adzuki beans, cooked1 sheet dulse...

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Chili Tuna Pizza
Lunch/snacksMain dishPizza

Chili Tuna Pizza

Ingredients: 2 pieces pita bread ( flat bread)pizza sauce1 medium onions1 teaspoon garlic1/2 large...

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Cuban Shrimp Stew
Main dishShrimpStews

Cuban Shrimp Stew

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon oregano1/4 teaspoon cumin1 1/2...

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Farmer's Pie
BreakfastMain dishOne Dish meal

Farmer’s Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb bulk pork sausage1/2 cup chopped onions2 cups shredded colby cheese1 cup...

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Carol Allen's Meat
BeefGround beefMain dish

Carol Allen’s Meat

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 cup chopped onions1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1...

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ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken and Rice Dinner

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves ( 1lb)1 (10 1/2...

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