Recipes for main courses using vegetables and mushrooms


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Pasta Casserole "Primavera"Views: 401

Try Pasta Primavera in a hearty casserole. Rigatoni pasta is tossed with fresh parsley and basil, vegetables, and three types of cheese—ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan—and baked until...

Rigatoni pasta, plum tomatoes, carrots, zucchini, peas, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, basil...
Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 752
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Chicken salad and greens sandwichesViews: 343

Chicken breast is poached in jasmine green tea, infusing it with a wonderfully fresh aroma. Make it into a salad with fragrant basil and tarragon, and assemble it into salad sandwiches. The perfect appetizer...

Chicken breasts, salad mix, basil, tarragon, rye bread, black tea, almonds, balsamic vinegar, yogurt...
Time: 1 hour 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 480
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Carrot Top ChimichurriViews: 1 205

Juicy young carrot tops look so delicious that it's a shame to throw them away, but despite being edible, they're difficult to make into anything truly worthwhile. Chimichurri sauce – like...

cilantro, jalapeno pepper, wine vinegar, oregano...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 336
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Warm Chicken Parmesan SaladViews: 577
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A lighter take on the classic chicken parmesan with arugula salad. Thin slices of chicken breast are quickly sautéed in tomato sauce and topped with mozzarella right in the pan to enhance the cheese...

Chicken cutlets, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, arugula, basil, champagne vinegar, sun-dried tomatoes...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 296
Warm Asparagus SaladViews: 706

Young asparagus is the perfect side dish for Easter or any other spring holiday table. For this quick, warm salad, blanched asparagus is dressed with hot olive oil and...

asparagus, walnuts, parmesan cheese, lemon juice...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 10 Caloric content: 211
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Simple salmon bowlViews: 939
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This hearty salmon bowl is ready in just half an hour and looks absolutely luxurious, not to mention healthy. It's rich in protein, healthy fats, whole grains, vitamins, and fiber. Perfect...

Salmon, wild rice, salad mix, avocado, mango, lemon, lime, poppy seeds, sesame seeds, garlic granules...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 2 Caloric content: 887
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Green Bean Casserole with Potato CrustViews: 369
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This hearty casserole is packed with flavors and captivates with its contrasting textures. It's got it all: potatoes, mushrooms, green beans, melting cheese, plenty of spices, and more. When...

Green beans, potatoes, champignons, Vidalia onions, serrano peppers, Worcestershire sauce, cheddar cheese, sour cream, heavy cream, thyme, sage, paprika...
Time: 1 hour 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 10 Caloric content: 305
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Waldorf PanzanellaViews: 523
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"I took the classic Waldorf salad and made it fresher (and more Italian!) by turning it into a panzanella and adding arugula and fennel," shares Giada De Laurentiis. The salad's delicious flavor also...

Celery, apples, fennel bulb, red onion, balsamic vinegar, arugula, white bread, gorgonzola cheese...
Time: 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 145
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Grilled Cabbage Steaks with Cilantro-Lime SauceViews: 1 104

These smoky cabbage steaks are perfect as a vegetable side dish, but they're also hearty enough to serve as a vegetarian main dish when paired with grains or...

Savoy cabbage, cilantro, parsley, jalapeño pepper, ancho pepper, lime, rice vinegar, honey...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 205
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Grilled Breakfast TacosViews: 597

Grill sweet corn and juicy, ripe tomatoes for a delicious summer salsa. Spoon the salsa over scrambled eggs with grilled chorizo ​​sausage and wrap in warm...

Eggs, tacos, cherry tomatoes, corn, lime, chorizo ​​sausage, Monterey Jack cheese, cream...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 829
BBQ Corn Ribs on the GrillViews: 1,587

Fresh, sweet summer corn is cooked barbecue-style in this recipe. Topped with a sweet-and-spicy seasoning and slathered in tangy barbecue sauce, the corn is coated with a delicious...

Corn, grilled meat seasoning, ground cayenne pepper, paprika, green onions, barbecue sauce, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, ketchup...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 173
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Creamy Green OnionsViews: 434

The common green onion you usually sprinkle on cooked dishes becomes the main ingredient in this recipe. Sauté it in a small amount of cream and garlic until tender...

green onions, cream...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
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Creamy Greens GarnishViews: 539

This side dish is made with a mix of hearty greens—chard, kale, and spinach. The greens are simmered in a creamy, herb-infused sauce, resulting in a tender, juicy, and fiber-rich side dish that...

kale, spinach, Swiss chard, milk, crème fraîche, thyme...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 202
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Creamed Corn Side DishViews: 593

Creamed corn is a popular side dish in American cuisine, most often purchased canned. This recipe brings out the rich flavor of homemade creamed corn and...

corn kernels...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 173
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Poached Escarole with Red OnionViews: 501

Escarole is a tender leafy green that many underestimate. Simply sautéing it in a pan for a few minutes softens the leaves while preserving their vitamins. In...

escarole salad, wine vinegar, red onion...
Time: 15 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 152
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Whole grain chicken pot pieViews: 689
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These pies were inspired by the American pot pie, a pot pie with chicken and vegetables in a rich sauce and covered with a pastry crust. These high-fiber, whole-grain pies will...

Whole grain flour, champignon mushrooms, celery, thyme, grilled chicken, peas, carrots, parsley, Parmesan cheese...
Time: 2 hours 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 12 Caloric content: 290
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Crispy chicken in corn chips in the ovenViews: 677

This recipe uses crushed corn chips to bread the chicken breasts. The chicken is baked in the oven and turns out just as crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside as if it were fried in a...

Chicken breasts, potatoes, broccoli, grape tomatoes, sour cream, corn chips, green onions, cilantro...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 710
Korean-style corn cheeseViews: 932

This creamy, sweet Korean appetizer and side dish is traditionally served sizzling straight from the pan or cooked during a Korean barbecue dinner. It's most often prepared using...

Corn kernels, mozzarella cheese, mayonnaise, garlic, chili pepper, sweet pepper...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 292
59 Weekday Family Dinner Recipes

59 Weekday Family Dinner Recipes

Hosting a family dinner isn't difficult at all. Pizza, pasta, pork chops, tacos, and more—with these quick and easy dishes, you'll be ready without a hitch.

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Sloppy Joe's Baked PotatoesViews: 369

If you love the Sloppy Joe sandwich, filled with a hearty ground meat filling, you'll love this inspired baked potato recipe, which can be served as an appetizer or main course...

French fries, meat sauce, ground beef, chili seasoning, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 798
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Fusilli with pumpkin and rapini pestoViews: 389

Enjoy the delicious combination of sweet roasted pumpkin and savory rapini pesto in this hearty fall pasta. Rapini is a leafy relative of broccoli that's widely used in...

Fusilli spirale pasta, rapini, pesto sauce, Parmesan cheese, walnuts, acorn squash...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 430
Shakshuka in a frying pan with runny yolkViews: 3,378

In Israel and other Middle Eastern countries, shakshuka is typically served for breakfast. But it's so filling, nutritious, and delicious that you'll surely want to try it any time of day, even for dinner. Why...

eggs, sweet pepper, plum tomatoes, paprika, chili pepper, cumin...
Time: 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 147
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Creamy Broccoli Stem GratinViews: 539

If you've used those beautiful broccoli florets for a holiday meal, don't throw away those unsightly stems! They're also rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Plus, they account for almost...

broccoli, potatoes, gruyere cheese, cream, nutmeg, thyme...
Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 542
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Tex-Mex Chicken ParmesanViews: 531

Make Italian Chicken Parmesan with a Tex-Mex twist. This recipe uses thin chicken breast cutlets, but instead of Italian marinara sauce, use Mexican...

Chicken breasts, tortilla chips, eggs, chili seasoning, jalapeño peppers, salsa, pepper jack cheese, cilantro...
Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 1034
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Pizza Shells (for meat lovers)Views: 490

Spicy sausage, smoked bacon, ground beef, and savory pepperoni transform ordinary stuffed shells into a gooey, pizza-inspired pasta for meat lovers. Here...

Meat sauce, mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, pepperoni sausage, bacon, red pepper flakes, oregano, marinara sauce...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 10 Caloric content: 665
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Preparation: Steamed vegetablesViews: 1,091

When it comes to preparing for the week ahead, it's a good idea to prep plenty of vegetables so you can use them in a variety of dishes or simply snack on them during the busy weekdays instead of...

carrots, cauliflower, broccoli, pumpkin, green beans...
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 331
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Chicken Chow MeinViews: 830

This chow mein variation features chicken pieces stir-fried with spices, shiitake mushrooms, and celery in a rich Asian sauce. The highlight of the dish is the crispy, separately fried noodles. Serve...

Chow mein noodles, chicken breasts, shiitake mushrooms, ginger root, celery, soy sauce, chestnuts, oyster sauce, starch, bean sprouts...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 405
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Chilaquiles with chicken and fried eggsViews: 749

Chilaquiles are a classic Mexican breakfast, typically made with crispy tortilla pieces simmered in a rich salsa and served with scrambled eggs, chicken, queso fresco, and/or sour cream. To...

Eggs, tortilla, grilled chicken, plum tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, cotija cheese, radishes, ancho peppers, sesame seeds, oregano, sour cream...
Time: 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 723
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Italian-style chickenViews: 714

Chicken cacciatore, or hunter's style, is a traditional Italian dish with a rustic feel, perfect for a Sunday family dinner. Chicken pieces (various parts)...

Chicken drumsticks, chicken thighs, carrots, celery, tomatoes, pancetta, bacon, red wine, marjoram, oregano...
Time: 2 hours 25 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 877
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Chicago hot dogViews: 1,094

You don't have to go to Chicago to enjoy their signature hot dog, topped with classic toppings. Chicago hot dog sausages are typically boiled in water, but this recipe calls for boiling them...

Sausages, hot dog buns, mustard, pickles, chili pepper, celery, salt...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 329
Katsu curry with porkViews: 2,312

Using store-bought Japanese curry powder, you can prepare a hearty, savory dish in just 20 minutes, perfect for a midweek dinner. No measuring or mixing required...

pork loin, turnips, carrots, curry, rice...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 940

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