main dish

noun

: the main food prepared for a meal
The main dish was poached salmon.

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This simple presentation works best when serving orzo alongside a main dish with sauce. Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2026 However, unlike the pot roast which cooks all day, this main dish comes together in just 35 minutes. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 9 July 2026 DiMaria says it can be grilled or pan-seared, then cut into strips or cubes for a main dish. Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 20 June 2026 An à la carte breakfast menu is served in the same tranquil setting, with hosts offering trays of fresh pasties, juices, and yogurts to complement your main dish. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for main dish

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“Main dish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/main%20dish. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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