3,986 main dish recipes

London broil: a garlic-lemon brushed flank steak broiled fast and hot, then sliced paper-thin against the grain. Served with buttery sautéed onions for a weeknight steak dinner that costs less than takeout.

Beef and beer braise with chuck, mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers slow-simmered in beer with ketchup and mustard. Hearty pub-style stew that gets better as it sits.

Cajun grilled pork chops rubbed with paprika, cayenne, sage, garlic powder, and black pepper. Thick-cut chops coated in a homemade Cajun spice blend and grilled over medium-high heat for a smoky, spicy crust.

Mixed mushroom and goat cheese panini layers earthy sautéed wild mushrooms, creamy chevre, peppery arugula, and a hint of truffle oil between crisp focaccia. A vegetarian sandwich with deep umami and bistro-cafe energy.

Chicken and gravy over split buttermilk biscuits with a blender gravy made from chicken broth, Bisquick, and poultry seasoning. A 20-minute comfort food shortcut dinner.

Meatballs Kirkland with frozen Italian meatballs in a creamy mushroom and asparagus soup sauce with mushrooms, served over buttered egg noodles.

Beer-simmered hot dogs cooked in the microwave for a quick, flavorful twist on a classic. Topped with warm sauerkraut and served on soft buns, these franks soak up malty flavor fast.

Impossible tuna pie makes its own crust from Bisquick, eggs, and milk poured over layers of tuna, cheddar, celery, and green onions. A self-crusting dinner pie.

Classic British fish pie with poached white fish in a creamy parsley and egg sauce, topped with mashed potato and baked until golden. Simple, hearty comfort food.

Salmon fillets encrusted in shredded potato with onion and tarragon, pan-fried until golden and crispy. A simple, elegant fish dinner ready in 30 minutes.

Orange barbecued chicken marinated overnight in orange juice concentrate and teriyaki sauce. Grilled over charcoal and basted for a sweet, glossy, caramelized finish.

New Orleans-style muffaletta on focaccia piled with ham, turkey, provolone, and a tangy olive relish of green olives, artichokes, anchovies, capers, and garlic. Chilled overnight for full flavor.

Pan-simmered fish fillets with fresh tomato, basil, dill, and lemon juice in butter. A light, quick seafood dinner with just 8 ingredients, ready in 25 minutes.

Savory crustless eggplant quiche loaded with tomatoes, mushrooms, Italian herbs, and two cheeses. A hearty vegetarian main dish that's lighter than it looks.

Muffaletta sandwich with Italian salami, ham, provolone, and American cheese on round bread, served warm with a tangy New Orleans olive salad dressing. A French Quarter classic.

Flounder fillets rolled around a buttery sea scallop stuffing with garlic and white wine, then baked and topped with a creamy white sauce. Restaurant-quality seafood you can make at home.