Best 7 Makeover Spinach Tuna Casserole Recipes

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Are you in search of a delightful and revitalizing dish that combines the goodness of spinach and tuna? Look no further! Our comprehensive guide will lead you through a culinary journey to discover the ultimate recipe for "Makeover Spinach Tuna Casserole". Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful blend of flavors, texturas, and nutritional benefits. Whether you're seeking a comforting weeknight meal or an impressive dish for a special occasion, this recipe will transform your kitchen into a symphony of culinary artistry.

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CREAMY SPINACH TUNA CASSEROLE



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This tuna casserole is anything but basic. We took a classic recipe and dressed it up with cheesy crescent pinwheels and spinach. And thanks to rotisserie chicken, your tuna noodle casserole can easily be transformed into chicken noodle casserole.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups uncooked wide egg noodles (8 oz)
1 can (18 oz) Progresso™ Vegetable Classics creamy mushroom soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1 can (12 oz) solid white tuna in water, drained
1 box (9 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls (8 Count)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain noodles as directed on package.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat soup and 1 1/2 cups of the cheese over medium heat until cheese is melted. Stir in cooked noodles, tuna, spinach, milk and lemon peel; heat until bubbly. Spoon mixture into casserole.
  • Unroll dough; firmly press perforations to seal. Sprinkle dough with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Starting at short side, roll up dough; pinch seam to seal. Using serrated knife, cut roll into 8 slices. Place slices, cut side up, on top of tuna mixture.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until filling is bubbly and dough is deep golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 830 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

SPINACH TUNA CASSEROLE



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"After a busy day of bookkeeping for our family contracting business, I count on this rapid recipe my mother passed along to me," relates Nancy Adams of Hancock, New Hampshire. "I double it if I need to feed unexpected guests who stop by at mealtime."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
3 tablespoons crushed seasoned stuffing
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice
2 to 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients; mix well. Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream and lemon juice; add to tuna mixture and mix well. , Transfer to a greased 2-cup baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

MAKEOVER SPINACH TUNA CASSEROLE



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This thick, gooey casserole has been a family favorite for years.-Karla Hamrick, Wapakoneta, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 cups uncooked egg noodles
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups fat-free milk
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 package (6 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken stuffing mix
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 cans (6 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook noodles according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise and lemon juice; set aside., In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in 1/3 cup cheese, stirring until melted. Remove from heat; stir in sour cream mixture. Add spinach, stuffing mix, bread crumbs and tuna., Drain noodles and place in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with tuna mixture; sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Cover and bake 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until lightly browned and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 734mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MAKEOVER SPINACH TUNA CASSEROLE



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Found this "lighter" take in Light and Tasty, Feb/March 2007. The original was 673 calories and this one is 346 calories. Was in the mood for some comfort food and I found this in the latest magazine. It was truly wonderful! Tweaked a bit.

Provided by Manami

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 cups uncooked egg noodles
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 -3 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups nonfat milk
1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 cup sliced white button mushrooms
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 (6 ounce) package reduced-sodium chicken flavor stuffing mix
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 (6 ounce) cans light chunk tuna in water, drained and flaked
hot sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise and lemon juice; set aside.
  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt butter.
  • Stir in flour until blended.
  • Gradually stir in milk.
  • Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  • Reduce heat; stir in 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese until melted.
  • Remove from the heat; stir in the sour cream mixture and hot sauce, if using.
  • Add the spinach, stuffing mix, bread crumbs, mushrooms and tuna; mix well.
  • Drain noodles and place in a 13"x9" baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Top with tuna mixture; sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover and bake at 350° for 35 minutes.
  • Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until lightly browned and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.1, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 59.8, Sodium 529.6, Carbohydrate 31.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 5.4, Protein 21.9

CHEESY TUNA SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Cheesy Tuna Spinach Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Teena03

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 ounces medium noodles
10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 1 cup swiss cheese
6 1/2 ounces tuna, drained
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained, and sliced (optional)
1/3 cup fine dry breadcrumb
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Cook noodles, drain. Meanwhile, press excess moisture from thawed spinach; set aside.
  • In saucepan cook chopped onion in 3 TBS. butter til tender. Blend in flour, dry mustard, and salt. Add milk all at once. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Add shredded cheese, stir tip melted. Stir in cooked noodles, thawed spinach, water chestnuts and tuna. Put in a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Combine bread crumbs and 1 tablespoon melted butter and sprinkle atop. Bake in 350 oven for 40 to 45 minutes or tip heated through. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

GRANDMA'S TUNA CASSEROLE



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I know it sounds crazy, but trust me, this tuna casserole is one of the yummiest things ever. Comfort food madness! Before this, Grandma had never written out this recipe. She doesn't measure anything when cooking this, but it must be tasted throughout.

Provided by Tana

Categories     Tuna Casserole

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces egg noodles
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked, or more to taste
½ cup sour cream
½ cup milk, divided
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix (such as Lipton®)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
⅛ teaspoon seasoned salt (such as LAWRY'S®), or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces, divided
8 ounces ridged potato chips (such as Ruffles®)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rapid boil. Cook egg noodles at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 7 to 9 minutes. Drain.
  • Mix cooked noodles with tuna, sour cream, 1/4 cup milk, onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, seasoned salt, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
  • Lay 1/2 of the butter across the bottom of a 2-quart, microwave-safe casserole dish. Crush potato chips, then sprinkle 1/4 of the crushed chips over the bottom and press to flatten.
  • Spread the tuna-noodle mixture in a single layer over the crushed chips. Layer with 1/2 of the mozzarella, 2/3 of the remaining chips, followed by the remaining butter, chips, milk, and mozzarella.
  • Microwave on high until casserole is hot and cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 55.2 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 539.6 mg

CREAMY SHELLS WITH TUNA AND SPINACH



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This update to the old-fashioned tuna casserole is just as delicious as you remember: It gets a fresh taste from spinach and a fun shape from shells.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced small
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
4 cups whole milk
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 hamburger bun, torn into large pieces
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and excess liquid squeezed out
2 cans (6 ounces each) light tuna in water, drained and flaked
6 ounces jumbo pasta shells (about 20), cooked according to package instructions

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a medium pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and cook until softened, about 6 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly, and cook until slightly thickened and bubbling, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and let sauce cool slightly.
  • In a food processor, combine bun, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red-pepper flakes. Process until fine crumbs form. Transfer half the mixture to a large bowl and combine with spinach, tuna, and half the sauce; season with salt and pepper. Fill each shell with 2 heaping tablespoons spinach mixture and place in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Top with remaining sauce and breadcrumb mixture. Bake until sauce is bubbling and breadcrumbs are golden, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 704 g, Fat 32 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 9 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh spinach, tuna, and vegetables will give your casserole the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the spinach: Spinach cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become mushy and lose its nutrients.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and texture to your casserole. Some good options include broccoli, carrots, celery, and onions.
  • Use a creamy sauce: A creamy sauce will help to bind the ingredients together and make the casserole more flavorful. You can use a canned cream soup, or you can make your own sauce from scratch.
  • Top with cheese: Cheese is a classic topping for tuna casserole. It adds flavor, texture, and a golden brown crust.
  • Bake until bubbly: Bake the casserole until it is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown. This usually takes about 30 minutes.

Conclusion:

Spinach tuna casserole is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With its creamy sauce, tender tuna, and fresh spinach, it's a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a potluck, spinach tuna casserole is a great option. It's also a versatile dish that can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give spinach tuna casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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