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Sandy's Hot Dish Casserole
This comforting hot dish is a cherished family-style casserole combining creamy cheese, savory meats, and tender vegetables. Often enjoyed at gatherings and potlucks, it reflects Midwestern culinary sensibilities where casseroles reign supreme. With ingredients like Cheese Whiz, mushroom soup, and frozen vegetables, it’s both nostalgic and practical, bringing warmth to the table with every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 305 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 1 stick margarine (or butter)
  • 1 cup Cheese Whiz
  • 2 cans cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 cups Minute Rice
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 20 oz broccoli & cauliflower (mixed, frozen or fresh)
  • 1 lb cooked meat (chicken, turkey, or ham)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Sauté Aromatics

  • Dice the onion.
  • Sauté the onion in margarine until soft and translucent.

Step 2: Combine Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, mix together Cheese Whiz, mushroom soup, Minute Rice, and water.
  • Add the sautéed onions and stir to combine.

Step 3: Add Vegetables and Meat

  • Stir in the broccoli and cauliflower.
  • Fold in the cooked, diced meat of your choice.

Step 4: Bake

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Pour mixture into a greased casserole dish.
  • Bake for 1 hour until bubbly and golden on top.

Tips

  • Substitute cheddar cheese for Cheez Whiz for a less processed version.
  • Use fresh broccoli or cauliflower instead of frozen.
  • Try leftover turkey or ham for an easy holiday leftover meal.
  • Add ½ teaspoon garlic powder or onion powder for extra flavor.
  • Stir in 1 cup shredded cheese on top before baking.
  • Replace Minute Rice with cooked long-grain rice, reducing water accordingly.
  • Add sautéed mushrooms for more texture.
  • Incorporate 1 cup peas or carrots for added vegetables.
  • Top with buttery crushed crackers for a crunchy finish.

Nutrition

Calories: 305kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 23gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 1120mgPotassium: 627mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 655IUVitamin C: 65mgCalcium: 155mgIron: 3mg
Keyword casserole, comfort food, creamy, family recipe, hotdish, retro cooking, vintage recipe, weeknight dinner
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