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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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Pasta with Roast Peppers and Breadcrumbs
< 60 minsMain dishPasta

Pasta with Roast Peppers and Breadcrumbs

Ingredients: 2 red peppers, seeded and thinly sliced2 yellow peppers, seeded and thinly sliced2...

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Creamy Polenta With Mixed Greens
GrainsMain dishSide dishes

Creamy Polenta With Mixed Greens

Ingredients: 8 sun-dried tomatoes, packed without oil1/2 cup boiling water1 cup yellow cornmeal1 dash...

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Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
ChickenMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil4 lbs chicken, cut into 8 pieces2 cups onions, chopped2...

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Basic Trustworthy Meatloaf
BeefGround beefMain dish

Basic Trustworthy Meatloaf

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef1 cup finely chopped onions2 cloves garlic, minced3/4 cup...

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Chicken Asparagus Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Asparagus Casserole

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breastsdried onion flakes1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine5...

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Beef Caldereta
Beef roastMain dishOne Dish meal

Beef Caldereta

Ingredients: 2 lbs beef, cubed3 -4 cups water1 medium onions, chopped1 garlic cloves, crushed1...

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Noodle Stroganoff
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Noodle Stroganoff

Ingredients: 12 ounces egg noodles, extra wide2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine2 (8...

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Baked Spaghetti
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Baked Spaghetti

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages spaghetti1 lb ground beef1 medium onions, chopped1 (26 ounce)...

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Kirk Douglas' Chicken in Dill Sauce
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Kirk Douglas’ Chicken in Dill Sauce

Ingredients: 3 tomatoes, peeled and chopped,instructions below1 frying chickens, cut into 8 piecessalt and...

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Ez Chicken and Veggies for One
Low cholesterolMain dishOne Dish meal

Ez Chicken and Veggies for One

Ingredients: 1/2 chicken breasts1 tablespoon canola oil2 teaspoons soy sauce3 -4 tablespoons water1 teaspoon...

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Salmon Salad with Chive Vinaigrette
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Salmon Salad with Chive Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 2 cups wood chips ( alder or hickory)2 shallots, chopped1/4 cup rice vinegar2...

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Baked Pasta With Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Ricotta Cheese
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Baked Pasta With Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Ricotta Cheese

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 onions, peeled and chopped2 garlic cloves, peeled and...

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Mom's Meat Pies
BeefGround beefMain dish

Mom’s Meat Pies

Ingredients: 2 refrigerated pie dough1 lb ground beef1 onions, diced2 large potatoes, choppedsalt &...

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Creamy Gruyere and Shrimp Pasta
Main dishPastaShrimp

Creamy Gruyere and Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked cavatelli or 8 ounces orecchiette1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt2...

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Chicken Stew with Cornmeal Dumplings
ChickenMain dishStews

Chicken Stew with Cornmeal Dumplings

Ingredients: 3 1/2-4 lbs chicken, cut up and skin removed4 cups chicken stock1 bay...

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African Beef
BeefMain dishStews

African Beef

Ingredients: 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter2 cups beef broth2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup onions,...

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Snapper Fillets With Herb and Caper Butter
FishMain dishSaltwater fish

Snapper Fillets With Herb and Caper Butter

Ingredients: 4 red snapper fillets2 tablespoons oilseasoned flour90 g butter, softened1 tablespoon finely chopped...

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Aquavit's Swedish Meatballs
BeefGround beefMain dish

Aquavit’s Swedish Meatballs

Ingredients: 1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs1/4 cup heavy cream2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium red onions,...

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Chicken Cordon Bleu Burgers - Rachael Ray
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken Cordon Bleu Burgers – Rachael Ray

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil or 2 teaspoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling4...

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Caesar Chicken and Pasta
Main dishPastaPenne

Caesar Chicken and Pasta

Ingredients: 2 cups raw penne pasta2 cups cooked chicken, cut up3/4 cup creamy caesar...

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Low carbMain dishVery low carbs

Cheese and Wine Chicken

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 cup sliced mushroomssaltpeppergarlic powderpaprika1 can mushroom soup1 cup...

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Creamy Chicken
ChickenMain dishPasta

Creamy Chicken, Basil, and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake

Ingredients: 8 ounces fusilli1 lb boneless skinless chicken breastssea saltpepper3 teaspoons extra virgin olive...

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Kraut Burgers
EuropeanGermanMain dish

Kraut Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb beef, ground2 medium onions, sliced1 small heads of cabbagesalt & pepperto...

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Roast Beef With Gravy
BeefBeef roastMain dish

Roast Beef With Gravy

Ingredients: 3 1/2-4 lbs beef roast1 -2 tablespoon beef bouillon granules1 (2 ounce) packets...

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penne ala vodka
Main dishPastaPenne

penne ala vodka

Ingredients: 1 lb whole wheat penne3 tablespoons olive oil1 cup finely chopped plum tomatoes1/2...

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Mostly Healthy Tuna 'n Veggie Salad
Main dishSaladsTuna

Mostly Healthy Tuna ‘n Veggie Salad

Ingredients: 6 (6 -8 ounce) cans light chunk tuna in water8 tablespoons regular mayonnaise...

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Daddy's Chicken and Rice
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Daddy’s Chicken and Rice

Ingredients: 1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans mushroom soup1 can of canned diced tomatoes (...

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Garlic Herb Eggplant (Aubergine) Rolls
Main dishOne Dish mealPasta

Garlic Herb Eggplant (Aubergine) Rolls

Ingredients: 1 eggplants1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs3 tablespoons olive oil1 (6 1/2 ounce) packages...

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Tangy Chicken Fajitas
Main dishSouthwestern u.s.Tex Mex

Tangy Chicken Fajitas

Ingredients: 3 -4 skinless chicken, boneless chicken breastscayenne pepper, to tasteItalian dressing, enough to...

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Taco Pizza
< 60 minsMain dishPizza

Taco Pizza

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups flour1/2 cup cornmeal2 1/4 teaspoons yeast1 teaspoon salt1 cup warm...

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Pork
Main dishOne Dish mealPork loins

Pork, Cashew, and Green Bean Stir Fry

Ingredients: 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons cornstarch1 lb pork tenderloins, cut into...

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Chicken Enchiladas De Jocoque
Main dishMexicanNorth american

Chicken Enchiladas De Jocoque

Ingredients: 1 whole chicken breasts1 cup water1 onions1 stalk celery1 bay leaves, crumbled2 peppercorns1/2...

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Tortellini Tomato Spinach Soup
Main dishOne Dish mealSoups & stews

Tortellini Tomato Spinach Soup

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup minced onions ( about 1/2 small onion)1 garlic...

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Easy Cheesy Beef Stroganoff
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Easy Cheesy Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef3 cups medium egg noodles, uncooked1/2 lb Velveeta cheese, processed...

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Blender Quiche - or Whatever You Have in Your Kitchen Leftover
ChickenLunch/snacksMain dish

Blender Quiche – or Whatever You Have in Your Kitchen Leftover

Ingredients: 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup cooked and cubed chicken meat or 1/2...

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Redneck Casserole
BeansCasserolesMain dish

Redneck Casserole

Ingredients: 1 (28 ounce) cans baked beans6 -8 hot dogs4 cups tater tots1 cup...

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Sizzling Party Beef Kebabs
BeefBeef steaksMain dish

Sizzling Party Beef Kebabs

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs beef round steak, cut into 2 by 2 by 1...

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Pork Chops in Mustard Sauce
Main dishPorkPork chops

Pork Chops in Mustard Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1 onions, sliced1 tablespoon floursaltpepper4 pork chops1 (12 ounce) cans beer1...

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Baked Garlic-Thyme Chicken-Low Carb
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Baked Garlic-Thyme Chicken-Low Carb

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter, softened2 green onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, crushed1 teaspoon lemon juice1...

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Garithes Santorini
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Garithes Santorini

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs2 teaspoons unsalted butter1 1/2 tablespoons fresh dill, minced1/4 cup feta...

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Chicken ragout with onions and red wine
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Chicken ragout with onions and red wine

Ingredients: 2 -3 lbs chicken parts ( I prefer thighs)2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon extra...

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Quick 1 Pan Kielbasa Dinner
Low calorieMain dishOne Dish meal

Quick 1 Pan Kielbasa Dinner

Ingredients: 1 lb kielbasa ( I use turkey)1 (16 ounce) cans sauerkraut1 (16 ounce)...

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Ferocious Fried Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Ferocious Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 1 chicken, cut up into pieces1 cup buttermilk3/4 cup cornmeal3/4 cup floursaltblack pepper,...

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Curly Noodle Pork Supper
Lunch/snacksMain dishOne Dish meal

Curly Noodle Pork Supper

Ingredients: 1 lb pork tenderloins, cut into 1/4 inch strips1 medium sweet red peppers,...

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Stroganoff Skillet
BeefGround beefMain dish

Stroganoff Skillet

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 onions, chopped1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of mushroom...

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Grilled Cumin Marinated Swordfish
FishMain dishSaltwater fish

Grilled Cumin Marinated Swordfish

Ingredients: 5 tablespoons fresh lime juice3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 teaspoon ground cumin2...

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Almond-Crusted Chicken Breast
ChickenChicken breastMain dish

Almond-Crusted Chicken Breast

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons orange juice2 tablespoons lemon juice3/4 cup extra virgin olive oilsalt and...

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key lime shrimp
Main dishShellfishShrimp

key lime shrimp

Ingredients: 4 key limes or 2 limes4 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon olive oil4 cloves chopped...

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Rita's Lemon Chicken
ChickenMain dishPoultry

Rita’s Lemon Chicken

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup water4...

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Southern-Style Goulash
Ground beefMain dishOne Dish meal

Southern-Style Goulash

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) bags elbow macaroni4 (8 ounce) cans corn, drained2 (8 1/2...

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Italian Beef and Potato Casserole
CasserolesMain dishOne Dish meal

Italian Beef and Potato Casserole

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground chuck 1 1/2 cups chopped onions 2 garlic cloves,...

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O'Brien Quiche
BreakfastMain dishSavory pies

O’Brien Quiche

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups o’brien frozen potatoes1/2 cup shredded colby-monterey jack cheese or 1/2...

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Brandied Fruit Pork Tenderloin
FruitMain dishPork

Brandied Fruit Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients: 1/2 cup brandy1/2 cup water2 tablespoons powdered sugar1 cup mixed dried fruit (...

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Tinga De Pollo
Chicken breastMain dishOne Dish meal

Tinga De Pollo

Ingredients: 200 g chorizo sausages, longaniza6 tablespoons oil600 g onions, finely sliced400 g tomatoes2...

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Rhubarb Pork Chops
FruitMain dishPork

Rhubarb Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 pork chops2 tablespoons minced onions1 clove garlic, minced1 teaspoon vegetable oil1 teaspoon...

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Crab-Stuffed Bell Peppers
CrabMain dishOne Dish meal

Crab-Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 1/2 cup breadcrumbs1 (6 1/2 ounce) cans crabmeat1 stalk celery1/2 cup green onions4...

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Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Chicken breastLunch/snacksMain dish

Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Ingredients: 1 cup buttermilk1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2 inch chunks1/4...

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Shrimp Veracruz-Style (Camarones a La Veracruzana)
Main dishShellfishShrimp

Shrimp Veracruz-Style (Camarones a La Veracruzana)

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 large green bell peppers1 tablespoon...

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ChickenMain dishSide dishes

Red Wine Vinegar Chicken With Pasta

Ingredients: 2 fresh chicken breasts or 2 frozen chicken breasts, thawed1 teaspoon olive oil1/2...

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Soft Turkey Tacos
Main dishPoultryTurkey

Soft Turkey Tacos

Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground turkey1/2 cup chopped onions2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 cup salsa1 cup...

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