Reliable Main Course Recipes

These main dishes have been tested over and over in my real kitchen with my actual family which means they're designed to work even when things get hectic and what makes them really reliable is how they give you clear steps that help you get great results whether you're making a quick weeknight dinner or cooking something fancy for company plus they use ingredients you can actually find at regular stores and include all those little tips about timing and temperature that make such a big difference in how things turn out.

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Updated on Fri, 10 Jan 2025 15:24:06 GMT

A close-up of a hearty casserole featuring macaroni, ground beef, and a golden, cheesy topping, garnished with breadcrumbs and parsley.

Proven Main Dishes

A bowl of bacon and cheese covered tater tots.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater

Creamy chicken, crispy bacon, cheesy tater casserole with a ranch-flavored twist.

A bowl of pasta with meat and cheese.
French Onion Beef and Noodles

Tender beef, egg noodles, and creamy French onion flavors in a hearty, one-pot meal.

A plate of food with a bowl of sauce.
Hearty Beef Noodle Bake

Layered beef noodle bake with creamy tang and cheesy topping.

A bowl of pasta with bacon and cheese.
Loaded Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta

Creamy pasta with bacon, beef, cheddar, and savory cheeseburger-inspired flavors.

A plate of food mac cheese meatloaf.
Mac and Cheese Meatloaf

Savor a hearty blend of cheesy macaroni and savory meatloaf in one delightful dish.

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Spicy Mexican Casserole Bake

Bold flavors of Mexican casserole using beef, beans, and cheese for a hearty meal.

A bowl of macaroni and cheese.
Taco Pasta with Cheese

Delicious taco-inspired pasta loaded with beef, cheese, and bold flavors.

A bowl of shrimp and peppers.
Steak and Shrimp Fajita Skillet

Sizzling steak and shrimp skillet with bold spices, veggies, and creamy sauce. Fresh, flavorful, and shareable.

A plate of food with a fried egg on top.
Roasted Sweet Potato Burrata

A colorful salad featuring roasted sweet potatoes, burrata, and cinnamon apple dressing.

A bowl of food with a variety of ingredients.
Sweet Potato Harvest Bowl

Hearty sweet potatoes, kale, quinoa with cranberry vinaigrette and feta for a flavorful bowl.

A stack of pancakes with onions and cream.
Mediterranean Salmon Patties Lemon

Golden salmon patties paired with a tangy lemon yogurt dressing.

A plate of shrimp covered in a creamy sauce.
Creamy Garlic Shrimp Dish

Savory shrimp in creamy garlic sauce atop fluffy mashed potatoes.