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Main Dish Recipes

Add a pinch of fun to your next meal with these beloved main course recipe ideas. Meat and potatoes? You bet! But it doesn’t stop there…

Polenta With Vegetable Tomato Sauce on a plate.

Polenta With Vegetable Tomato Sauce

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By Joyce Tyo
We try to eat vegetarian 3-4 nights a week and I tried this with what ...
(3 ratings)
So Yummy

Sandwich Essentials: Italian Loose Meat

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By Andy Anderson !
I actually started out making some traditional Mid-West loose meat sandwiches and decided to take ...
Thus chicken is delicious over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes!

Bonnie's Chicken In A Creamy Lemon Garlic Sauce

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By BonniE !
There is so much to like about this recipe. It is so versatile, you ...
A bowl of Easy Healthy Inside Out Burrito.

Easy Healthy Inside-out Burrito

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By Amanda A. Becker
Homemade burrito guts! Super easy and quick. My husband went back for seconds, then thirds!
(2 ratings)

Roasted Broccoli With Lemon Tortelini

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By Denise Miles
Who doesn't love roasted vegetables? My parents love tending their massive Garden! This is ...

Martooni Chicken

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By Lynette !
Marinated chicken that you grill. You can leave the breasts whole and serve four ...
(1 rating)

Creamy Slow Cooker Pork Loin Chops

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By Barbara Lentz
These just fall apart they are so tender. The sauce doubles as gravy so I ...

Fresh Catch Cajun Bass With Cilantro Lime Butter

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By Barbara Lentz
Fish is so versatile. So many easy ways to fix it. Fresh water bass don't ...
A platter of Apple & Prosciutto Stuffed Chicken Breasts.

Apple & Prosciutto Stuffed Chicken Breasts

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By Amanda Smith
I absolutely love prosciutto. The combination of the apple and the prosciutto will surprise you ...
(1 rating)
Sliced Baked Dijon Chicken on a plate.

Baked Dijon Chicken

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By Randi Williams
This is a perfect meal for those nights where time is of the essence. Team ...
(10 ratings)
Perfect Prime Rib sliced.

Perfect Prime Rib Every Time (the Best Ever)

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By Brenda-Lee Barajas
I promise you this comes out perfect. Make sure NO ONE OPENs THE OVEN DOOR. ...
(81 ratings)
A plate of Shrimp and Grits.

Shrimp And Grits

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By Paula S.
At one time this dish was just a "make do" dish when food was scarce ...
(4 ratings)
Whiskey Wild Cherry Coke Glazed Ham ready to be sliced.

Whiskey Wild Cherry Coke Glazed Ham

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By Monica Keleher
This ham is such an incredible hit at our house. The boys devour it. I ...
(4 ratings)
Slices of Orange Coca Cola Ham on a platter.

Orange Coca Cola Ham

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By Robin Lieneke
This ham always turns out juicy and flavorful. It melts in your mouth. So good ...
(1 rating)
This is a very flavorful dish.  I served it with summer squash sauteed in butter, red onions and garlic, and served potatoes on the side.  So good, and very easy to make.  You can substitute the herbs de provence for Italian seasoning, if preferred.

Savory Pork Tenderloin

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By Karen D
My husband and I really enjoyed this recipe. It was fast and easy to ...

Easy Kentucky Hot Brown For Two

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By Amy H.
Did you know:This delicious sandwich originated at the Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky in 1926? ...
Stuffed Crescent Pepperoni and Maple Sausage Pizza

Stuffed Crust Crescent Pepperoni Maple Sausage

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By Catherine Ferensic
Made a Pizza for Lunch
A dish of Chicken Enchiladas With Sour Cream Sauce.

Chicken Enchiladas With Sour Cream Sauce

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By Jamie McKinney
A great, easy meal to make for your family. I love recipes that let the ...
(11 ratings)

Asparagus, Prosciutto And Goat Cheese Strudel

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By Lesley Snow
A pretty and tasty dish perfect for brunch or a light summer meal with a ...
A platter of Spicy Stuffed Poblano Peppers.

Spicy Stuffed Poblano Peppers

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By Isabel Vela
These are so delicious and I love the taste of the Poblano pepper. I used ...
(5 ratings)

Cheeseburger Pizza

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By Barbara Lentz
You could also add some shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes before serving or even drizzle ...

Spice-rubbed Roasted Chicken With Sweet Potatoes

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By Daily Inspiration S
A great one dish meal that is full of flavor and slightly spicy. All ...
(1 rating)
Luby's Fried Fish and Tartar Sauce on a plate.

Luby's Fried Fish And Tartar Sauce

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By Mary Mouchette
I love Luby's Fried Fish but none of their cookbooks have the recipe included. So ...
(10 ratings)

Sesame Crusted Tuna Steak W Zoodle Salad

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By Barbara Lentz
Delicious fast easy and healthy
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