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Dinner Recipes

Dinner Recipes

Delicious dinners for beef, chicken, vegetarian, seafood, fish, pork, ham and more main dishes. No need for fast food or dining out with these tasty dinners! Whether you are looking for dinner party recipes, healthy dinners, or quick and easy main dishes we have lots of recipes to choose from.



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recipe for skillet tamale pie

Skillet Tamale Pie

The taste of tamales without all the calories, or all the work!

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for upside down pizza

Upside Down Pizza

Think of this as pizza without all the work. The meat, cheese, and sauce are topped with a mock pizza crust giving you pizza flavor in casserole form.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for southwestern cheesy chicken skillet

Southwestern Cheesy Chicken Skillet

A simple skillet dinner made with chicken, elbow macaroni, Mexican cheese, spicy diced tomatoes, and sour cream.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chili and tamales

Chili And Tamales

Sometimes the best meals have the simplest components, and that's exactly what this chili and tamale combo is.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vegetarian rice tacos

Vegetarian Rice Tacos

Rice and veggie tacos are an absolutely stand-out option for quick and easy meals. Well-spiced rice with tomatoes and any number of add-ins will always make a tasty taco.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for elk meat loaf

Elk Meat Loaf

How do you up your meatloaf game? Easy, up the game in your meatloaf. Ground elk makes a pretty mean meatloaf. Out of the oven, into many happy mouths.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for denver sandwich

Denver Sandwich

Also known as the "Western Sandwich", this popular sandwich is essentially a Denver omelet between pieces of bread. It's made with eggs, onion, bell pepper, and ham.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat ruby tuesday's white chicken chili

Copycat Ruby Tuesday's White Chicken Chili

This Copycat Ruby Tuesday's white chicken chili is a delicious and easy way to enjoy a restaurant favorite at home. It's the perfect dish for a cozy night in...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for merle haggard's rainbow stew

Merle Haggard's Rainbow Stew

This colorful stew named for American country singer, Merle Haggard's song "Rainbow Stew", is loaded with sausage, chicken, beans, and fresh vegetables.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for quick and easy pigs in a blanket

Quick and Easy Pigs in a Blanket

It doesn't take much to get these pigs all cozy and tucked in. Crescent roll dough does the trick. Try substituting more gourmet sausage varieties for the hot dogs.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bratwurst potato skillet

Bratwurst Potato Skillet

Sliced red potatoes and bratwurst are cooked in a skillet and coated with a soy sauce-orange juice glaze before serving.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker beef heart stew

Slow Cooker Beef Heart Stew

Don't be scared off by cooking beef heart. It's actually an incredibly flavorful piece of beef. This slow cooker method makes it very tender and the other ingredients make...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for easy beef burritos

Easy Beef Burritos

Easy beef burritos are the perfect meal when you're short on time but still want something tasty. Simply add some beef, beans, cheese, and your favorite toppings.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat gardenburger

Copycat Gardenburger

Bulgur, soaked oats and mushrooms help make this Gardenburger clone a hearty veggie patty. Brown them, bake them, then load them up with toppings!

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for south texas cheese enchiladas with chile gravy

South Texas Cheese Enchiladas with Chile Gravy

Made with mild cheddar cheese, olive oil, chili powder, water, flour, cumin, ground oregano, garlic powder, garlic salt, grated mild cheddar cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for easy vegetable stir-fry

Easy Vegetable Stir-Fry

This recipe builds on frozen stir-fry vegetables as the base and adds in fresh mushrooms and a teriyaki stir fry sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baby bok choy and tofu stir-fry

Baby Bok Choy And Tofu Stir-Fry

This baby bok choy and tofu dish is quick and easy to make, and can be served with rice or noodles.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for stir-fried crab curry (poo pad pong garee)

Stir-Fried Crab Curry (Poo Pad Pong Garee)

This stir-fried crab curry is a delicious and easy way to cook crab. The curry powder, fish sauce, and sugar give the dish a unique flavor that is both sweet...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for good ole macaroni tuna casserole

Good Ole Macaroni Tuna Casserole

You can't go wrong with a classic. Mac and cheese, tuna, mushroom soup, more cheese, and a crunchy breadcrumb topping.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mix and match casserole

Mix and Match Casserole

Mix and match with your favorite ingredients. Choose a sauce base, a vegetable, pasta or rice, a protein, add-ins, and one or more toppings to customize this casserole.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for classic tuna casserole

Classic Tuna Casserole

There's something about a tuna casserole that hits the spot. Perhaps it's the creamy sauce, or the crunchy potato chip topping. Whatever the reason, this dish has been a classic...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mini pizzas (with homemade pizza crusts)

Mini Pizzas (With Homemade Pizza Crusts)

The best pizza is a personal pizza because you don't have to share. Mini pizzas with scratch-made dough and everybody gets to pick their favorite toppings.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for p.f. chang's steamed fish with ginger and green onions

P.F. Chang's Steamed Fish with Ginger and Green Onions

Tasty and healthy steamed fish fillets. Mild whitefish takes on the flavors of ginger and toasted sesame oil. Perfect served with steamed broccoli...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for stir-fried chicken and shrimp

Stir-Fried Chicken And Shrimp

This tasty dish is made with chicken, bok choy, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, onion, green pepper, carrot, shrimp, and a flavorful soy sauce and sherry stir fry sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for adobo

Adobo

Made with onion, meat, soy sauce, vinegar, bay leaf, garlic

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours




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