Filling dishes are a type of food that is usually served as the main course of a meal. ENTREES, which have seven letters, are typically the first course of a meal and can include items such as salads, soups, and appetizers. Stews, which have five letters, are a type of dish that is made by slowly simmering ingredients in liquid until the flavors are blended together. Both ENTREES and stews are examples of filling dishes.