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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 blue cheese-stuffed burgers

Blue Cheese-Stuffed Burgers

When you think cheeseburger you're probably thinking cheddar or Swiss, but tangy blue cheese is a surprisingly strong choice as well.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for italian meatball sub casserole

Italian Meatball Sub Casserole

Love a good meatball sub? Try it in casserole form with this easy-to-make comfort food recipe.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for taco ring

Taco Ring

The taco ring is a delicious and easy way to enjoy all of your favorite taco fixings in one tasty package.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for vienna steak with braised onions (wiener rostbraten)

Vienna Steak With Braised Onions (Wiener Rostbraten)

If you want to dress up a steak a little without working too hard, onions are the answer. Cook them up while the steak rests, using the same pan...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for boneless lamb loin with balsamic garlic glaze

Boneless Lamb Loin With Balsamic Garlic Glaze

A great cut of lamb deserves a great recipe. Roasted lamb loin rubbed with herbs and spices gets a blissful baste in reduced balsamic with olive oil and...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

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recipe for slow cooker boeuf (beef) bourguignon

Slow Cooker Boeuf (Beef) Bourguignon

A classic French beef bourguignon recipe made simple in the crock pot.

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

recipe for aunt chilada's yucatan-style pork tamales

Aunt Chilada's Yucatan-Style Pork Tamales

When you first bite into one of Aunt Chilada's Yucatan-style tamales, you're hit with a savory and slightly spicy flavor blend of shredded pork and just the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for baked fish with mushrooms

Baked Fish With Mushrooms

The trick to cooking whitefish is to complement, not overpower. Mushrooms and green onions sauteed in butter add savory notes without drowning out the delicate, flaky fish.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for halloween meatloaf-filled pumpkin

Halloween Meatloaf-Filled Pumpkin

A great dinner for Halloween that isn't creepy or scary!

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for easy microwave spaghetti and meatballs

Easy Microwave Spaghetti And Meatballs

Craving a little Italian food? This recipe for spaghetti with homemade meatballs is ready in under 15 minutes.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for greek-style chicken hoagie

Greek-Style Chicken Hoagie

These Greek-style chicken subs with creamy feta and cool cucumbers stacked up on a French roll are a sure thing to cure boring sandwich syndrome.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for lutefisk

Lutefisk

A Swedish and Norwegian tradition. Hated by many, loved by few, but served at the holiday table regardless.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for bob evans' maple sausage breakfast burritos

Bob Evans' Maple Sausage Breakfast Burritos

Bob Evans' Maple Sausage Breakfast Burritos are a hearty take on the traditional breakfast burrito.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for all day slow cooker beef stew

All Day Slow Cooker Beef Stew

The best stews are simmered all day. This recipe uses a good variety of typical beef stew ingredients to give it a well rounded flavor. Hint: add a little extra thyme and...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for slow cooker chicken ratatouille stew

Slow Cooker Chicken Ratatouille Stew

Easiest ever veggie-packed, slow cooked chicken dish! Throw eggplant, tomato, and zucchini along with chicken and pasta sauce in the crockpot and sit back while it...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for eyes of texas casserole

Eyes Of Texas Casserole

Ham, macaroni and crunchy corn chips turn them into a scrumptious casserole that would belong on any table in the Lone Star state. If you want to be really true to Texas, make a...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for wok-cooked chicken fajitas

Wok-Cooked Chicken Fajitas

Asian stir-fry meets Tex-Mex fajitas. Use the tried and true stir-fry method with chicken fajita ingredients for a delicious alternative to traditional fajitas.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for burrito lasagna

Burrito Lasagna

Can't decide between a Italian or Tex-Mex dinner? This casserole recipe layers burrito ingredients in between tortillas, Italian-style.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for make ahead and freeze oven meatballs

Make Ahead and Freeze Oven Meatballs

Make ahead today for a last minute dinner idea later or keep on hand to use in another recipe.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for crispy onion chicken breast tenders

Crispy Onion Chicken Breast Tenders

Made with French fried onions, boneless skinless chicken tenders, honey mustard

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker ropa vieja

Slow Cooker Ropa Vieja

A classic Cuban dish, made easy thanks to your crockpot. Slow cooked, well-seasoned skirt steak brings some Cuban flair to your kitchen.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for quick tuna tetrazzini

Quick Tuna Tetrazzini

A twist on the classic tetrazzini. Spaghetti is baked with tuna and a cream sauce and topped with a parmesan breadcrumb crust.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for vietnamese spring rolls with peanut sauce

Vietnamese Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce

Spring rolls are a popular Vietnamese dish. This version is made by wrapping a mixture of cooked shrimp and rice stick noodles in spring roll wrappers and...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chicken tortellini casserole

Chicken Tortellini Casserole

Tortellini is baked with chicken, mushrooms, and Monterey Jack cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker sweet and sour meatballs

Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs

This recipe for sweet and sour meatballs is one example of how you can whip up something tasty with minimal effort in no time flat simply by starting with some...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for rose and crown pub cottage pie

Rose And Crown Pub Cottage Pie

This cottage pie with buttery mashed potatoes, baked to a beautiful golden brown in the oven and layered on top of a savory beef and onion mixture may not be complicated...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for skillet pineapple shrimp

Skillet Pineapple Shrimp

Sauteed garlic and ginger along with a tropical trifecta of orange, pineapple, and lemon juice makes a bright sauce for shrimp and pineapple served over rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for christmas meatballs

Christmas Meatballs

Meatballs for the holidays? Why not. These cranberry glazed, sweet and savory meatballs will make a great addition to your Christmas spread, or on toothpicks as a festive holiday...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker pulled pork with root beer barbecue sauce

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork With Root Beer Barbecue Sauce

Root beer isn't just for floats anymore. This pulled pork recipe uses root beer twice: once to tenderize and again in a tangy sauce.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for fettuccine with gorgonzola

Fettuccine With Gorgonzola

Great gorgonzola! This simple fettuccine is creamy, comforting, and easily turned into a more substantial meal with some shrimp or grilled chicken.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for instant pot/pressure cooker lamb rogan josh

Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker Lamb Rogan Josh

A yogurt marinade with cinnamon and cardamom gives the lamb a warm savor while cayenne, ginger and garam masala finish off this comforting curry with some...

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for texas style sloppy joes

Texas Style Sloppy Joes

Sloppy Joes done the Texas way - piled high with ground beef, pinto beans, and green chiles.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for southern tilapia with rice and beans

Southern Tilapia with Rice and Beans

Pan-fried tilapia is served over Spanish rice mixed with black beans, and tomatoes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for healthy, hearty meat loaf

Healthy, Hearty Meat Loaf

Extra lean ground beef, low fat/low sodium beef broth, and whole wheat bread make this meatloaf a healthier choice. It's also packed full of onions, celery, and carrots!

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker round steak chili

Slow Cooker Round Steak Chili

It can be tough to stand out amongst other chili recipes, but using round steak instead of ground beef is a good way to do it.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for spicy southwestern slow cooker chili

Spicy Southwestern Slow Cooker Chili

A spicy chili made with ground beef, onion, crushed red pepper, cayenne, black pepper, chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, garlic, tomatoes with green chiles...

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

recipe for muffaletta pizza

Muffaletta Pizza

Made with pizza crust, garlic powder, olive oil, salt, mozzarella cheese, provolone cheese, Parmesan cheese, salami

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for philly cheese steak meatloaf

Philly Cheese Steak Meatloaf

Philly cheese steak and meatloaf is a match made in heaven! Hearty meatloaf gets topped Philly-style with melted provolone, peppers and onions. Leftovers for sandwiches...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for chicken nugget sliders

Chicken Nugget Sliders

These chicken nugget sliders are just plain cute. The perfect size for nibbling on. Instead of mayo and ketchup, try your favorite nugget dipping sauce.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for falscher hase - german meatloaf

Falscher Hase - German Meatloaf

Made with onion, bread crumbs, water, eggs, salt, paprika, prepared mustard, fresh parsley, hard cooked eggs, bacon

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for turkey leftover pot pie

Turkey Leftover Pot Pie

A great way to use up turkey (or chicken) leftovers. Use whatever veggies you have on hand and you can substitute sauteed onion in place of the pearl onions if desired.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for fried chicken gizzards

Fried Chicken Gizzards

Fried chicken gizzards are a Southern staple. One of the best things about fried chicken gizzards is that they are relatively inexpensive and can be cooked up quickly and easily.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for grilled shrimp with vodka-lime sauce

Grilled Shrimp With Vodka-Lime Sauce

Shrimp, grilled with a slightly smoky taste, is complemented by a sauce bursting with citrusy and zesty flavors. The perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and...

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken bulgarian

Chicken Bulgarian

Made with flour, chicken, plain yogurt, salt, garlic, ground cardamom, chili powder, cinnamon

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for pernil al horno (roast pork shoulder)

Pernil Al Horno (Roast Pork Shoulder)

This roast pork shoulder makes a visually impressive and equally tasty main course. Stuffing the shoulder with a simple mix of garlic, olive oil, and spices...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker pizza burgers

Slow Cooker Pizza Burgers

A family favorite. Pizza sauce and ground beef are slowly simmered in the crock pot and served on buns for a simple, yet delicious, meal.

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

recipe for low country boil

Low Country Boil

This tasty seafood boil is made with Italian sausage, potatoes, corn, shrimp, and seasoned with Old Bay.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for leftover turkey burritos

Leftover Turkey Burritos

Use up leftover turkey in a different way with these zesty burritos. All it takes is a few seconds in the microwave and dinner is served.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tempura pork tenderloin medallions with pineapple ginger sauce

Tempura Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Pineapple Ginger Sauce

Pork tenderloin medallions are coated in a light tempura batter and deep fried. Served with a delicious dipping sauce made with pineapple...

Method:   oven, stovetop, deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chinese garlic chicken

Chinese Garlic Chicken

Made with cornstarch, dry white wine or sherry, green onions, fresh gingerroot, garlic, vegetable oil, dark sesame oil, rice, chili paste

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes





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