Main Dish
"Main dishes" (also called entrées in some countries like the U.S., or mains in the UK and elsewhere) are the central or most substantial part of a meal, typically served after any appetizers or starters. They usually include a source of protein (like meat, fish, or legumes), and are often accompanied by vegetables, grains or starches.
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Shrimp Scampi
Serve these succulent shrimp over a bed of hot fettuccine or angel hair pasta and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired.
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Traditional Tamales
This is my own personal recipe for traditional tamales, developed over the years. This makes a huge batch, enough to eat and plenty for freezing for another day.
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Corned Beef and Cabbage
A slow cooker is an absolutely wonderful and foolproof way to cook your Corned Beef and Cabbage. The perfect corned beef will slice very easily, but it will not be cooked to the point of falling apart.
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Shrimp Cakes
Crisp and tender shrimp cakes. Serve with horseradish sauce, if desired.
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Pierogi
Pierogi are dumplings that are delicious fried and served with sour cream. These are also good filled with fresh blueberries mixed with sugar for a super dessert.
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Classic Beef Stroganoff
Delicious, tender beef in a creamy sour cream sauce is delicious served over egg noodles. Classic Beef Stroganoff is a simple recipe that will impress your dinner guests.
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Coq au Vin
Coq au Vin (Chicken Braised in Red Wine) is a classic French stew in which chicken is braised slowly in red wine to yield a rich sauce.
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Green Corn Tamales
I got this recipe from the mother of the owner of the Brahma bull breeding ranch just down the road from me. Green Corn Tamales can be made ahead and reheated by steaming.
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Ranch Pork Chops
Only three ingredients are needed to make these very tasty Ranch pork chops. The pork chops come out very tender and flavorful. The gravy is great over mashed potatoes.
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Beanie Weenies
Beanie Weenies have been a favorite for years. There are many different recipes for them. Some include Worcestershire sauce, some leave out the bacon. It's a recipe that is begging for personalization.
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