Plus, we’re explaining the differences between a hotdish and a casserole!
Hotdish is aneasy-to-make casserolethat’s topped with Tater Tots and baked until bubbly.
We love this easy dinner idea because it’s easy to customize with whatever you have on hand.
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What Is Minnesota Hotdish?
There are endless variations of the dish, but the classic featuresground beefandcream of mushroom soupor condensed tomato soup.
Hotdish vs. Casserole
You may be wondering, what’s the difference between hotdish and casserole?
“A hotdish is a regional term for casserole.”
So all hotdishes are casseroles, but not allcasserole recipesare hotdishes.
Here’s a quick glance at what you’ll need.
rectangular baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Do not drain fat.
Sprinkle with flour, salt, and pepper.
Cook and stir 1 minute.
Add milk and Worcestershire sauce.
Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly, 5 minutes.
Stir in vegetables and cheese until cheese melts.
Transfer to prepared baking dish.
Test Kitchen Tip: If you use ground turkey, cook it in 2 Tbsp.
The drippings from the ground beef provide fat for the roux that will thicken the sauce.
Turkey is very lean, so added butter will work instead.
Assemble and Bake
Arrange potato nuggets over the filling.
Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
Wrap pan and place in a freezer bag.
Label and freeze up to 3 months.
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
How to Reheat Minnesota Hotdish
Add 1 to 2 Tbsp.
water around the edge of the dish.
Bake at 350F 20 minutes or until heated through.
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
