Taste of Home - Main Dish Recipes

Rhubarb Pork Roast

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:15:24 GMT

This is a favorite main dish of my husband. It has a sweet yet tart sauce which is so delicious.—Sheri Oganowski, Dayton, Ohio

Chicken with Peach Stuffing

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:15:24 GMT

This is my favorite kind of recipe...something that tastes so good, yet requires a minimum of preparation. This simple dish is just right, now that my husband and I are empty nesters, yet it's elegant enough to serve for company dinner. -Theresa Stewart, New Oxford, Pennsylvania

Spaghetti 'n' Meat Sauce

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:15:24 GMT

This recipe has been a mainstay in our family. I began making it 48 years ago. It is easily doubled or tripled, and the results are always delicious. -Carolyn Ozment, Gaylesville, Alabama

Turkey 'n' Swiss Calzones

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:15:24 GMT

Tropical Island Chicken

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:15:24 GMT

The marinade makes a savory statement in this all-time-favorite chicken recipe that I served at our son's pirate-theme birthday party. It smelled so good on the grill that guests could hardly wait to try a piece!

Savory Vegetable Beef Stew

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:59:32 GMT

I've been cooking since I was 10 years old. One day, I plan to own a bed-and-breakfast inn. I look forward to the challenge of cooking for my future guests.

Slow-Cooked Tamale Casserole

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:59:32 GMT

I've been making this recipe for years because my family really likes it. It's great for busy days because you make it earlier in the day and let it cook.

Garlic Potatoes and Ham

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:59:32 GMT

"Not even my finicky little eaters can resist the veggies in this main dish when they're seasoned with soup mix," shares Melody Williamson of Blaine, Washington. "I sometimes replace the ham with cooked kielbasa or smoked sausage for a change of pace."

Spaghetti Carbonara

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:59:32 GMT

"This is a swift and yummy recipe that I received from a dear friend," Roni Goodell says about her fast-to-fix brunch dish. "My family asks for it often," adds the Spanish Fork, Utah cook.

Perch Fillets

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:59:32 GMT

Guests will never guess that lemon-lime soda and pancake mix are the secret ingredients behind these tasty perch fillets in a golden coating. "If perch isn't available, try substituting haddock," suggests Connie Tibbetts from her kitchen in Wilton, Maine.

Potato Sloppy Joe Bake

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:57:50 GMT

Ruth Chiarenza created this speedy sensation while racing against the clock one day. "I needed a quick meal that was low on ingredients but high on taste, so I came up with this hearty casserole," explains the Cumberland, Maryland reader.

Horseradish Burgers

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:57:50 GMT

"My husband and I love to grill burgers year-round," relates Chris Anderson of Morton, Illinois. "This variation with a creamy and flavorful filling is a bit with our family and friends."

Basil Chicken Strips

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:57:50 GMT

"I'm an attorney and my husband is an architect, so our careers keep our schedules busy," writes Barbara Rokow of Geneva, New York. "This easy chicken entree seasoned with basil is great for the weeknight rush. I serve it with broccoli and Parmesan noodles."

Bow Tie Chicken Supper

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:57:50 GMT

"My sister-in-law gave me a recipe for a healthy side dish, and I added chicken to it to make this colorful main course," writes Nancy Daugherty of Cortland, Ohio. "It's wonderful with a salad and crusty bread."

Sweet-and-Sour Meat Loaf

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:57:50 GMT

"I combined a few great-tasting meat loaf recipes to create this flavorful family favorite," says Deb Thompson of Lincoln, Nebraska. "My husband loves it, and because it's made in the microwave, it's ideal for busy nights."