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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 tigania (greek-style pan-fried pork with leeks, hot pepper, and wine)

Tigania (Greek-Style Pan-Fried Pork With Leeks, Hot Pepper, And Wine)

Made with dry red wine, red onion, leek, boneless pork shoulder, salt and freshly ground black pepper, sweet paprika, boukovo or...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for texas red chili

Texas Red Chili

Made with vegetable oil, beef brisket, onion, jalapeno peppers, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, red cayenne pepper, beef broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chicken and egg casserole

Chicken And Egg Casserole

Whether you're feeding a large family or simply want to have leftovers for the week, this chicken and egg casserole is the perfect dish.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chicken pancho villa

Chicken Pancho Villa

Made with chicken thighs, minced olives, garlic, ginger, olive oil, turmeric, chicken broth, paprika, cumin, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for italian sausage and green beans

Italian Sausage and Green Beans

Made with Parmesan cheese, Italian style green beans, dried basil, garlic powder, sweet Italian sausage, stewed tomatoes, sliced mushrooms

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

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recipe for make-ahead french bread pizza

Make-Ahead French Bread Pizza

Made with pepperoni, French bread, spaghetti sauce, Parmesan cheese, Mozzarella cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken estofado

Chicken Estofado

Made with garlic salt, vegetable oil, white onion, garlic, roma or plum tomatoes, cinnamon stick, dried thyme, green olives, raisins, almonds

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for turkey poulette a la roosevelt

Turkey Poulette A La Roosevelt

Made with salt and pepper, cream, flour, butter, mushrooms, green onions, cheddar cheese or Parmesan cheese, bacon, ham, turkey or chicken

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for crispy corn chip and enchilada casserole

Crispy Corn Chip And Enchilada Casserole

Made with enchilada sauce, cheese, chili with beans, tomato paste, onion, water, corn chips, sour cream

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for husband's delight casserole

Husband's Delight Casserole

Made with sour cream, ground beef, garlic, sugar, salt, black pepper, tomato sauce, egg noodles, scallions, cream cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for roasted pork tenderloin medallions with dried cranberry sauce

Roasted Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Dried Cranberry Sauce

Made with dried sage, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, pork tenderloin, non-stick cooking spray, chicken broth, dried cranberries

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for grilled caribou steaks

Grilled Caribou Steaks

Made with salt and black pepper, hot pepper sauce, caribou steaks, bacon fat or lard, red wine, oil, ground ginger

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for italian sausage with grilled onion peppers and pineapple

Italian Sausage With Grilled Onion Peppers And Pineapple

Made with Italian sausage links, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, Vidalia onion, pineapple chunks, jalapenos, pineapple juice, rosemary...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for afghan kofta (meatballs)

Afghan Kofta (Meatballs)

Made with salt and pepper, ground beef, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, ground coriander

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for mu shu pork pizza

Mu Shu Pork Pizza

Made with soy sauce, rice wine or dry sherry, cornstarch, sugar, pork shoulder, peanut oil, eggs, dried tiger lily buds, dried cloud ears or black Chinese mushrooms, sesame oil or...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cheese whiz chicken

Cheese Whiz Chicken

Made with cooked chicken, rice, margarine, onion, mushroom soup, chicken broth, process cheese sauce, frozen broccoli

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for zucchini moussaka

Zucchini Moussaka

Made with zucchini, olive oil, onions, ground beef or lamb, ground turkey, tomato paste, oregano, black pepper, cinnamon, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cheddar beef pie

Cheddar Beef Pie

Made with ground beef, egg, onion, cornflake crumbs, barbecue sauce, salt, black pepper, celery, margarine, cheddar cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mexicali pie

Mexicali Pie

Made with corn chips, cumin, black pepper, ground beef, nonstick spray, onion, green chilies, corn, salsa, cheddar cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for crab topped fish fillets

Crab Topped Fish Fillets

Made with almonds, paprika, sole or cod fillets, crab meat, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chicken indienne

Chicken Indienne

Made with chicken pieces, all-purpose flour, black pepper, butter, curry powder, heavy cream, candied ginger, lemon juice, salt, oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for creamed tacos

Creamed Tacos

Made with corn tortillas, ground beef, velveeta cheese, onion, tomatoes, green chiles, evaporated milk

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for szechwan stir-fried chicken, leeks & chilies

Szechwan Stir-Fried Chicken, Leeks & Chilies

Made with Chinese five-spice powder, whole chicken breasts, peanut oil, leeks, red bell pepper, hot chilies, fresh ginger, garlic, soy sauce, chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker cube steak stew

Slow Cooker Cube Steak Stew

Made with salt and pepper, water or broth, mushroom gravy mix, vegetable oil, cube steak, onion, red wine or cider vinegar, potatoes, whole kernel corn

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for steak 'n' shake chili

Steak 'N' Shake Chili

Made with vegetable oil, ground beef, salt, onion soup, chili powder, cumin, black pepper, cocoa powder, kidney beans, tomato paste

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for magic stew

Magic Stew

Made with tapioca, V-8 vegetable juice, black pepper, salt, stew meat, potatoes, carrots, onions, celery, sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for turkey royale

Turkey Royale

Made with butter or margarine, water, cooked, cubed turkey, celery, onion, mayonnaise, eggs, milk

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for hawaiian beef stir-fry

Hawaiian Beef Stir-Fry

Made with garlic powder, garlic, cornstarch, Worcestershire sauce, top sirloin steak, ketchup, sugar, pineapple chunks, green or red bell pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tuscan pork stew

Tuscan Pork Stew

Made with pork tenderloin, onion, olive oil, fresh rosemary, garlic, carrot, chicken broth, cannellini beans, diced tomatoes

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for meatball calzones

Meatball Calzones

Made with frozen cooked meatballs, ricotta cheese, Italian-blend cheese, refrigerated pizza dough, tomato sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for green onion hamburgers

Green Onion Hamburgers

Made with lettuce, ground beef, green onion, onion, evaporated milk, salt, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, hamburger buns, tomato

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for california melt sandwich

California Melt Sandwich

Made with Monterey pepper jack cheese, lemon juice, salt, French bread rolls, mayonnaise, garlic, chicken breast, Haas avocados

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for hush puppy chicken casserole

Hush Puppy Chicken Casserole

Made with maple syrup, dill, frozen green beans, barbecue sauce, corn muffin mix, chili powder, chicken breast, oven baked beans, stewed tomatoes

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cafe at the corner's cajun french chili

Cafe At The Corner's Cajun French Chili

Made with smoked andouille sausage, ground round of beef, onion, garlic, chili powder, black pepper, white pepper, cayenne pepper, diced or crushed tomatoes...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker chicken stew with rosemary dumplings

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew With Rosemary Dumplings

Made with whole chicken, vegetable oil, carrots, celery, onion, dried rosemary, chicken stock, frozen peas, all purpose flour

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for chicken reuben - george foreman grill

Chicken Reuben - George Foreman Grill

Made with Swiss cheese, Thousand Island salad dressing, boneless, skinless chicken breast, rye bread, butter, sauerkraut

Method:   indoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for creamy tuna casserole

Creamy Tuna Casserole

Made with flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, half & half or milk, condensed cream of mushroom soup, cream cheese, solid pack tuna in water

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for california pizza kitchen grilled eggplant cheeseless pizza

California Pizza Kitchen Grilled Eggplant Cheeseless Pizza

Made with sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, soy sauce, cayenne pepper, cumin, Japanese eggplants, pizza dough, red onion, fresh cilantro, fresh...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for hawthorne lane's pepperoni pizza

Hawthorne Lane's Pepperoni Pizza

Made with pizza dough, olive oil, mozzarella cheese, buffalo mozzarella cheese, red bell pepper, kalamata olives, Parmesan cheese, pepperoni, Italian parsley

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for impossible beef enchilada pie

Impossible Beef Enchilada Pie

Made with cheddar cheese, ground beef, onion, garlic, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, enchilada sauce, tortilla chips

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baked brown rice & tuna casserole

Baked Brown Rice & Tuna Casserole

This casserole is a great way to use up leftover brown rice. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. Simply add all of the ingredients to a...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for woolworth's frito pie

Woolworth's Frito Pie

Made with bacon, garlic, onion, ground beef, salt, chili powder, cumin, tomato paste, water, pinto beans

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crunchy turkey casserole

Crunchy Turkey Casserole

Made with French fried onion rings, chow mein noodles, mushrooms, cooked chopped turkey or chicken, French style green beans, cream of mushroom soup, cream

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker broccoli ham casserole

Slow Cooker Broccoli Ham Casserole

Make dinner a breeze with this crock pot broccoli ham casserole. Filled with chopped veggies, ham, and a creamy cheese sauce that kids will love.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for slow cooker spanish pork stew with potatoes

Slow Cooker Spanish Pork Stew With Potatoes

Made with potatoes, tomatoes, bell peppers, vinegar, pork shoulder butt, garlic, stock, bay leaves, onions

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for mashed potato topped cheeseburger pie

Mashed Potato Topped Cheeseburger Pie

Made with mashed potatoes, ground beef, bell pepper, onion, cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for no peek beef casserole

No Peek Beef Casserole

Made with tapioca, mushrooms, stew beef, onion soup mix, red wine, cream of mushroom soup

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for joy philbin's turkey tacos

Joy Philbin's Turkey Tacos

Made with tomato, olive oil, ground turkey, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper, onion, tortillas, lettuce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pork chop macaroni casserole

Pork Chop Macaroni Casserole

Made with onion, pork chops, tomatoes, macaroni, cinnamon

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for 1943 baked bean sandwich

1943 Baked Bean Sandwich

Made with whole wheat bread, onion, walnuts, pickle, baked beans, celery, salt, ketchup


Time:   under 30 minutes





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