Chinese Hot Dish Recipe

A nostalgic casserole recipe, straight from the 1961 cookbook of St. James Lutheran Church in Howard Lake, Minnesota! This classic "Chinese Hot Dish," submitted by Mrs. Lorenz Rosin and Mrs. Milla Klammer, delivers a hearty and comforting blend of savory ground beef, crisp vegetables, and creamy goodness. Perfect for a family dinner or potluck, this recipe is a true taste of midwestern history.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 325.5 kcal
Protein 42g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Chinese Hot Dish

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How to Make Chinese Hot Dish

  1. In a large skillet, brown 1 pound of ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 stalks celery, chopped, to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked beef mixture with 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Stir in 1 cup cooked rice and 1 cup shredded carrots.
  5. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. Cover and bake in a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 2 hours.
  7. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

51 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

23g

Carbs

9g