Main Courses
A main course gives a meal its center, whether that is a piece of meat, a seafood preparation, pasta, or a vegetable-based dish. Casseroles, sandwiches, rolled dishes, and filled tortillas bring different serving styles to this collection. Begin with an ingredient or dish type, then choose a preparation suited to the table you are planning.
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Barbecue
Chicken thighs with white barbecue sauce, glazed thigh rolls, and a layered barbecue pie offer different expressions of barbecue flavor. Browse these dishes for the cooking method and serving style described in each recipe.
Beef
Beef carpaccio, stuffed cabbage rolls, steak preparations, and other dishes bring different cuts and cooking methods into this collection. Choose a beef main course by its texture, accompaniments, and preparation.
Burritos
Filled tortillas become a portable meal or a portion to slice in these burrito preparations. Breakfast wraps, Thai peanut chicken, and shrimp Alfredo variations offer different fillings within a rolled form.
Casseroles
A casserole brings several ingredients into a dish that can be portioned at the table. Poblano chicken, chiles rellenos, and barbecue pie offer different flavors and layers within the collection.
Egg Dishes & Entrées
Eggs can anchor a meal beyond breakfast through an omelette, a sandwich filling, or another savory preparation. These dishes offer ways to bring a familiar ingredient into an entrée.
Enchiladas
Sauced tortillas and baked layers are at the center of these enchilada recipes. Mother’s cheese enchiladas, chicken casseroles, and sausage-gravy breakfast variations offer different ways to bring a warm tortilla dish to the table.
Freezer-Friendly Meals
Croissant breakfast casseroles, meatball pasta bakes, and stuffed shells offer dishes to prepare with freezer storage in mind. Follow each recipe’s directions for freezing, thawing, and reheating the finished meal.
Lamb
A raspberry-balsamic and pecan-crusted rack of lamb represents this small collection. Fruit acidity and a nut coating offer contrasts around the lamb in this main-course preparation.
Pasta
Orzo, noodles, and other pasta forms carry sauces and accompanying ingredients in different ways. Browse pasta dishes from a shrimp preparation to chicken and noodle recipes with contrasting cooking styles.
Pork
Pork chops, stuffed cabbage, and tenderloin Wellington bring different cuts into the main-course collection. Browse by the cut, cooking approach, and accompaniments that suit the meal you want to prepare.
Poultry
Chicken, turkey, and pheasant provide several starting points for a poultry meal. Skillet dishes, smoked preparations, pies, and rolled servings give this collection a range of methods and textures.
Quesadillas
A crisp tortilla and a warm filling give quesadillas their appeal in this collection. Egg, crab rangoon, and cheese preparations offer different flavors within a folded or layered tortilla dish.
Roulades
A roulade gathers filling and an outer layer into a rolled serving. Turkey with ricotta and spinach, steak pinwheels, and porchetta offer different approaches to shaping and slicing the main course.
Sandwiches
Egg salad, chicken Parmesan, and other fillings turn bread into the center of a meal. Browse sandwiches for the combination of bread, filling, and sauce that suits the serving you want.
Seafood
Shrimp chowders, salmon preparations, and other fish and shellfish dishes bring seafood into the main course. Browse by ingredient and cooking method for a dish with the texture and accompaniments you want.
Tacos
Jerk shrimp, Kung Pao chicken, and chipotle shrimp offer different fillings for tacos. The collection includes adaptations and fusion dishes alongside other preparations built around a tortilla and its toppings.
Tamales
Vegetables, cheese, and green chiles provide fillings for these tamales. The collection includes calabacitas con queso and poblano preparations, with the method shaping each wrapped serving.
Vegetarian
Vegetable rollatini, butter beans, and pasta dishes offer main-course ideas with a vegetarian direction. Browse by the ingredients and method, checking the full recipe for the suitability you need.
In this collection
Cream Cheese Corn Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Food Side Dish
This Cream Cheese Corn Casserole is the perfect blend of creamy, cheesy, and crunchy goodness. Packed with tender kernels of corn, a rich cream cheese and sour cream…
Crispy Honey Shrimp with Creamy Lemon Sauce
This Asian-inspired Crispy Honey Shrimp is a delightful combination of crispy golden shrimp tossed in a luscious, tangy-sweet sauce. The light crunch of the shrimp pairs perfectly with…
Mongolian Chicken with Thai Chili Honey Sauce
This Mongolian Chicken recipe is a savory and slightly sweet dish with bold flavors and a hint of spice. Juicy chicken thighs are lightly fried to golden perfection,…
Caramelized Onion Pasta with Chili Oil
Rich, savory, and bursting with bold flavors, this Caramelized Onion Pasta with Chili Oil is a simple yet unforgettable dish. The sweetness of caramelized onions perfectly balances the…
Cheesy Chicken, Spinach, and Mushroom Bake
This Cheesy Chicken, Spinach, and Mushroom Bake is a rich and creamy dinner that combines tender, seasoned chicken with a luscious blend of spinach, mushrooms, and a trio…
Green Italian Chicken and Bacon Biscuit Bake
This Green Italian Chicken and Bacon Biscuit Bake combines creamy, cheesy comfort food with the irresistible crunch of smoky bacon. Packed with fresh greens, Italian herbs, and a…

Hot Honey Bacon Grilled Cheese
Take your classic grilled cheese to the next level with this bold and flavorful creation. Toasted sourdough bread is slathered with garlic butter, layered with gooey melted mozzarella,…
Hot Honey & Mozzarella Croque d’Oeuf
Elevate your breakfast with this sophisticated twist on a classic omelette. Infused with the subtle heat of hot honey, paired with creamy mozzarella, and delicately folded to create…
Chili Crisp Orange Chicken Casserole
Enjoy your Chili Crisp Orange Chicken Casserole with sweet, spicy, and savory flavors! Perfect for meal prep or family dinners. Ingredients For the Chicken 500g (1 lb) chicken…
Spicy Chicken and Cabbage Casserole
Ingredients 1 medium head of cabbage, chopped 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken 1 cup green enchilada sauce (use more if you like it saucy) 1 1/2 cups shredded…
