hot dish

Definition

A Midwestern euphemism for a casserole—a hearty, oven-baked comfort concoction designed to feed an army and brought to potlucks as proof you're a functioning adult who owns a Pyrex.

Example Usage

Barb's bringing her famous green bean hot dish to the church social.

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