Trader Joes Dumpling Bake (Print Version)

Crispy-topped dumpling casserole with rich cream sauce and gooey cheese

# What You'll Need:

→ Dumplings

01 - 1 (16 oz) bag frozen dumplings (chicken, pork, or vegetable variety)

→ Creamy Sauce

02 - 1 cup heavy cream
03 - 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
06 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Cheese

08 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Toppings

10 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
12 - Fresh cilantro, chopped

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
02 - Place frozen dumplings in a single, even layer across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together heavy cream, broth, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper until fully combined.
04 - Pour the creamy sauce mixture evenly over all the dumplings in the baking dish.
05 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses evenly over the top of the dumplings.
06 - Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
07 - Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbling, and golden brown.
08 - Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with sliced scallions, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Crisp dumpling bottoms meet swimming in a silky savory cream sauce that feels like a warm hug
  • Ready in under an hour with almost zero hands on time for those exhausted weeknights
  • Feeds a crowd or provides leftovers that taste even better the next day
02 -
  • Never thaw the dumplings first because they turn mushy and lose their satisfying texture during baking
  • The sauce looks terrifyingly thin when you pour it but will thicken into the most velvety consistency
  • Different dumpling brands vary wildly in thickness so check at the 20 minute mark to prevent overcooking
03 -
  • Sprinkle a handful of panko breadcrumbs mixed with sesame seeds over the cheese for extra texture
  • Add a splash of rice vinegar to the sauce if you prefer a brighter finish
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