8 Foods That are Totally and Absolutely Minnesota

We Minnesotans love to eat. But some items are odd. From canned meat that's a Hawaiin favorite to fish soaked in lye to absolutely anything on a stick, we've got all the food groups covered.

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TRIPPY FOOD .COM PHOTO
Lutefisk
Not being a native Minnesotan, (I've only lived here about 45 years), I'm not a big fan.
Hotdish
It's not a casserole. It's hotdish. Tater tots and cheese are two ingredients that will work with anything. Add some peas and ground beef and you are all set.
Piter1977 TSM Library
Piter1977 TSM Library
Walleye
Fresh from the lake, if it's not still frozen, is the best.
Minnesota State Fair
Minnesota State Fair
Anything-on-a-stick
The MN State Fair has the market cornered on this concept.
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Getty Images
Spam
There's a museum dedicated to it. 'Nuf said. And its birthday is coming up May 11.
AmyKerk
AmyKerk
Lefse
A Norwegian favorite.
Swedish Meatballs
Hard to stop after just one, or two, or three.
SteveOehlenschlager Townsquaremedia
SteveOehlenschlager Townsquaremedia
Venison
Best if gotten in the field and not on the road.

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