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.

  • Cracker Barrel Meatloaf

    Cracker Barrel Meatloaf recipe

    Cracker Barrel Meatloaf is a popular menu item at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store. The meatloaf is made from ground beef, onion, bell pepper, eggs, Ritz crackers and Cheddar cheese. It is baked until tender, then topped with a ketchup, brown sugar and Dijon mustard topping. The dish is often served with classic sides such as mashed potatoes, green beans…

  • Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

    Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs recipe

    Honey garlic chicken thighs are a flavorful and savory dish made using boneless or bone-in chicken thighs cooked with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. The dish features tender chicken thighs that are seasoned with a rub, pan-seared, then finished in the slow cooker and broiler with a sauce made from honey, butter, garlic, soy sauce and cider vinegar.

  • Sauerbraten

    Sauerbraten recipe

    Sauerbraten is a traditional German pot roast, often considered one of the country's national dishes. It is made from beef that is marinated in a mixture of vinegar, water, spices, and herbs for several days, which tenderizes the meat and imparts a tangy flavor.

  • Breaded Pork Chops

    Breaded Pork Chops recipe

    The breading creates a crispy, flavorful exterior that complements the tender, juicy pork inside. They are a popular comfort food that can be served with a variety of sides such as mashed potatoes, vegetables, or rice.

  • Chicken Parmesan

    Chicken Parmesan recipe

    It is so easy to make delicious Chicken Parmesan in the air fryer that this will be your go-to method from now on.

  • Oktoberfest Ribs with Apple Sauerkraut

    Oktoberfest Ribs with Apple Sauerkraut recipe

    Oktoberfest Ribs with Apple Sauerkraut is a natural flavor combination for autumn: ribs, apples, and sauerkraut. This meal-in-a-pot would be nicely accompanied with sliced rye bread and cold beer or iced tea.

  • Old World Sauerkraut Dinner

    Old World Sauerkraut Dinner recipe

    Go back in time to an Old World Sauerkraut Dinner which evokes traditional European flavors, especially from regions like Germany, Poland, or Eastern Europe, where sauerkraut has been a staple for centuries.

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