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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 italian tempeh sausage

Italian Tempeh Sausage

Made with tempeh, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, ground fennel, dried thyme, red pepper flakes, black pepper, whole wheat flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for bean chili and rice with corn

Bean Chili And Rice With Corn

Made with salt, white rice, onions, oil, garlic, chili powder, crushed tomatoes, water, red kidney beans, frozen corn

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for artichoke, shrimp, and roasted red pepper pizza

Artichoke, Shrimp, And Roasted Red Pepper Pizza

Made with Parmesan cheese, pizza crust, artichoke heart, shrimp, pizza sauce, roasted red pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for tofu fajitas

Tofu Fajitas

Made with ground coriander, cumin, firm tofu, onion, green bell pepper, green chilies, orange juice, olive oil, vinegar, garlic

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for tuna green bean casserole

Tuna Green Bean Casserole

Made with cheese, dried onion flakes, green beans, tuna, mushrooms

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for pork chops and sausage jambalaya

Pork Chops And Sausage Jambalaya

Made with water, salt, black pepper, red pepper, oil, pork chops, sausages, onions, bell pepper, celery

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for okra and fish creole

Okra And Fish Creole

Made with olive oil, celery, okra, green bell pepper, rice, onion, diced tomatoes with green pepper and onion, white fish fillets, ground red pepper, hot sauce

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for creamy slow cooker tacos

Creamy Slow Cooker Tacos

Made with corn chips, ground beef, tomatoes and green chiles, whipping cream, chili beans, process cheese

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for mccormick & schmick's grilled mahi-mahi with pan-roasted corn salsa

McCormick & Schmick's Grilled Mahi-Mahi With Pan-Roasted Corn Salsa

Made with barbecue sauce, onion, butter, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, corn, salt, cumin, black pepper, lime juice

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spicy chicken sausage tacos

Spicy Chicken Sausage Tacos

Picture this: you and your friends, with scrumptious spicy chicken sausage tacos, kicking off a fun night in.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked chicken and shrimp florentine

Baked Chicken And Shrimp Florentine

Made with garlic powder, pepper, olive oil, dry white wine, pesto, frozen chopped spinach, cream cheese, butter, Parmesan or Romano cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for super italian sub

Super Italian Sub

Made with provolone cheese, salami, Italian bread, olive or vegetable oil, cider or red wine vinegar, garlic, dried oregano, pepper, cooked ham, cooked turkey


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for grilled fish with brazilian garlic marinade

Grilled Fish With Brazilian Garlic Marinade

Made with cilantro, onion, garlic, red sweet pepper, olive oil, dry white wine, ketchup, sweet paprika, salt, black pepper

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for fish fillets with sherry-plum sauce

Fish Fillets With Sherry-Plum Sauce

Made with rice, red bell pepper, firm white fish fillets, vegetable oil, salt, plum sauce, dry sherry

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for monday pie

Monday Pie

Made with English Cheddar cheese, potatoes, salt and pepper, roast beef, onions, tomatoes, baked beans, flour, gravy powder

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for alligator chili

Alligator Chili

Made with vegetable oil, onion, garlic, bell pepper, tomatoes and chiles, pinto beans, tomato paste, cumin, jalapeno pepper, red wine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 2 hours

recipe for rosemary chicken breast sandwiches

Rosemary Chicken Breast Sandwiches

Made with bread, fresh parsley, canola oil, beer, lemon juice, garlic, black pepper, cayenne pepper

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for broccoli, onion, squash, and bell pepper pizza

Broccoli, Onion, Squash, and Bell Pepper Pizza

Made with dried oregano, red bell pepper, olive oil, garlic, pizza crust, mozzarella cheese, broccoli flowerets, red onion, yellow squash

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pressure cooker canned chili

Pressure Cooker Canned Chili

Made with kidney beans, chili powder, paprika, ground beef, onion, fat, green bell pepper, tomatoes, salt

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for caribbean jerk turkey with rice and peas

Caribbean Jerk Turkey with Rice and Peas

Made with cayenne pepper, black pepper, ground sage, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, garlic, soy sauce, red wine vinegar, orange juice

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for chicken adobo with coconut milk

Chicken Adobo with Coconut Milk

Made with water, vinegar, coconut milk, black peppercorns, garlic, annatto seeds, oil, bay leaves, fish sauce, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for deluxe onion meatball subs with two sauces

Deluxe Onion Meatball Subs With Two Sauces

Made with Parmesan cheese, ground beef, French-fried onions, seasoned bread crumbs, eggs, salt, black pepper, beef gravy, prepared horseradish, spaghetti...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for arni kapana (lamb stew)

Arni Kapana (Lamb Stew)

Made with sugar, lamb, lemon, tomatoes, butter, salt, black pepper, cinnamon stick

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for southwestern chicken wraps

Southwestern Chicken Wraps

Made with Monterey jack cheese, chicken breast, olive oil, garlic, black beans, salsa, frozen whole kernel corn, cumin, sour cream, burrito-size flour tortillas

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken korma in a coconut and saffron sauce

Chicken Korma in a Coconut and Saffron Sauce

Made with Spanish saffron, milk, coconut milk, cream, ginger, garlic, chicken stock, fresh coriander, salt, ground turmeric

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for portobello sandwich

Portobello Sandwich

Made with sun-dried tomatoes, sourdough bread, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, black pepper, portobello mushroom, romaine lettuce

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for four seasons potato crusted red snapper

Four Seasons Potato Crusted Red Snapper

Made with potato flakes, eggs, red snapper fillets, tomatoes, eggplants, garlic, Swiss chard, poppadum, zucchini, flour

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker italian ground turkey sandwiches

Slow Cooker Italian Ground Turkey Sandwiches

Made with mozzarella cheese, French rolls, ground turkey, onion, garlic, spaghetti sauce, tomato paste, ripe olives

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

recipe for grilled honey-soy chicken sandwiches

Grilled Honey-Soy Chicken Sandwiches

Made with lettuce, plum tomatoes, whole wheat hamburger buns, frozen orange juice concentrate, soy sauce, honey, lemon-pepper seasoning, ground ginger, garlic...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for super sandwich cake

Super Sandwich Cake

Made with ketchup, cream cheese, white bread, Italian salad dressing, bologna, American cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker cheesy chicken stew

Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Stew

Made with broccoli, chicken, butter or margarine, flour, chicken broth, milk or cream, black pepper, salt, poultry seasoning, cheddar cheese

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

recipe for thick and spicy chili

Thick and Spicy Chili

Made with beer, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, cumin, beef bouillon granules, oregano, paprika, sugar, cocoa powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for upstate spedies

Upstate Spedies

Made with olive oil, dry red wine, red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar, fresh mint, salt, black pepper, garlic, lemon juice, dried basil, crushed rosemary

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker sweet chili casserole

Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Casserole

Made with mustard, vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, ground beef, bacon, onion, baked beans, red or kidney beans

Method:   stovetop, crock pot, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 beef medallions with sour cream sauce

Beef Medallions With Sour Cream Sauce

Made with fresh dill, filet of beef, butter, mushrooms, shallots, red wine vinegar, capers, sour cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for haddock casserole

Haddock Casserole

Made with haddock, cream of shrimp soup, bread crumbs, butter or margarine, onion, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for crab melts

Crab Melts

Made with English muffins, crab meat, sharp Cheddar cheese, butter, mayonnaise, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for vietnamese-style bean-thread noodles

Vietnamese-Style Bean-Thread Noodles

Made with dried hot red pepper flakes, bean-thread noodles, peanut or light olive oil, onion, garlic, cabbage, tomatoes, fresh mung bean sprouts, firm tofu, rice...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for spicy chicken with black bean puree

Spicy Chicken With Black Bean Puree

Made with fresh cilantro, cumin, ground red pepper, chicken breast halves, fajita seasoning, onion, olive oil, garlic, black beans, diced tomatoes and green chilies

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for monchong grand mere

Monchong Grand Mere

Made with olive oil, fingerling potatoes, mixed mushrooms, pearl onions, smoked bacon, veal demi glace, chicken stock, Brussels sprouts

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for baked spicy beef chimichangas

Baked Spicy Beef Chimichangas

Made with flour tortillas, picante sauce, green chiles, ground beef, onion, garlic, Mexican four cheese, refried beans

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for citrus fish with falafel coating

Citrus Fish with Falafel Coating

Made with orange juice, lemon or lime juice, garlic, cilantro chutney or pesto, cilantro, falafel mix, egg, buttermilk, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker caribou stew

Slow Cooker Caribou Stew

Made with oil, white wine, Worcestershire sauce, lentils, potatoes, carrot, celery, parsnip or turnip, jalapeno pepper, banana peppers

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for baked turkey croquettes

Baked Turkey Croquettes

Made with bread crumbs, water, butter, flour, milk, cooked turkey, egg yolk, salt, celery salt, egg

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for oven-baked chicken boti kebabs

Oven-Baked Chicken Boti Kebabs

Made with saffron threads, plain yogurt, ground cumin, water, black pepper, salt, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, garlic, ginger root, serrano pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for greek subs

Greek Subs

Made with dried oregano, vinaigrette salad dressing, feta cheese, sub rolls, green leaf lettuce, roast beef, tomatoes, pepperoncini, Greek black olives


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cafe brenda's nut and veggie burger

Cafe Brenda's Nut and Veggie Burger

Made with walnuts or pecans, celery, carrot, onion, garlic, oil, egg whites, soy sauce, tomato paste, dried oregano

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for turkey and green bean casserole

Turkey And Green Bean Casserole

Made with milk, Cheddar cheese soup, frozen French cut green beans, stuffing mix, water, butter or margarine, cubed cooked turkey

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pork in orange and annatto marinade

Pork In Orange And Annatto Marinade

Made with fresh banana leaves, pork butt or shoulder, Annatto or achiote paste, orange juice, garlic, cider vinegar, cumin, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours





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