Best 5 Yesits Another Tuna Casserole Recipes

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Tuna casserole, a classic comfort food, is a versatile dish that can be tailored to suit various dietary preferences and tastes. It's a delightful blend of tuna, creamy sauce, vegetables, and often pasta, all baked together in a casserole dish. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty dish to serve at a family gathering, this article will guide you through the process of creating a delicious and satisfying tuna casserole. With tips on choosing the right ingredients, preparing the sauce, and baking the casserole to perfection, you'll be able to prepare a tuna casserole that will become a household favorite.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CHEESY TUNA CASSEROLE



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A quick and easy main dish. Serve with green salad.

Provided by Wendi

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package medium seashell pasta
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (15 ounce) can mixed vegetables, drained
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon oil to the water to prevent sticking. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a 2 quart saucepan over medium heat, combine the cream of mushroom soup, mixed vegetables, canned tuna, and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. Gently fold pasta into the soup mixture and mix thoroughly. Pour pasta and soup mixture into a 11x7 inch baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cup of cheese on top.
  • Bake in a preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1697.1 calories, Carbohydrate 190 g, Cholesterol 163.7 mg, Fat 67.7 g, Fiber 15.6 g, Protein 85.6 g, SaturatedFat 33.6 g, Sodium 2353.6 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

CHEESY TUNA CASSEROLE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Dinner has never been easier than with this updated classic tuna casserole. Full of pantry staples, the dish comes together quickly. Make the casserole sauce, pour it over your favorite noodles, top it with cheese, and bake it off for a new weeknight staple.

Provided by Nichi Hoskins

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small yellow onion, diced
6 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
2 cups peas, canned, drained
1 cup carrot, drained
4 cans tuna, packed in water, drained
12 oz egg noodles, cooked according to package instructions and drained
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup butter crackers, crumbled
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch (22 x 33cm) baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until softened and very fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, flour, Italian seasoning, and salt and cook for another minute, until thickened.
  • Slowly pour in the chicken broth and milk and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. Once the mixture has thickened, 10-12 minutes, stir in the peas, carrots, and tuna.
  • Spread the cooked egg noodles in the prepared baking dish.
  • Pour the sauce over pasta in the pan and stir to combine. Add 2 cups of cheddar cheese and stir to incorporate. Spread the casserole in an even layer, then sprinkle the remaining cup of cheese on top.
  • In a small bowl, use a fork to mix together the cracker crumbs, Parmesan, and olive oil. Sprinkle over the casserole.
  • Bake the casserole for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and bubbling.
  • Serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 691 calories, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 6 grams

INDIVIDUAL TUNA CASSEROLES



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Tuna casserole gets updated with this unique and flavorful recipe. Friends and family will love the appeal, not to mention that it's lower in saturated fat and calories. -Cheryl Woodson, Liberty, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta
1 can (12 ounces) albacore white tuna in water
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1-1/4 cups water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped
3 tablespoons chopped onion
3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil), chopped
2 tablespoons Greek olives, chopped
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed
1 tablespoon capers, drained
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the tuna, soup, artichokes, sour cream, peppers, onion, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, dill, capers, garlic, lemon zest and pepper flakes. Drain pasta; stir into tuna mixture. Divide among six 10-oz. ramekins or custard cups., In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese and Italian seasoning. Sprinkle over tuna mixture. Place ramekins on a baking sheet. Bake, uncovered at 350° until golden brown, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 801mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

NOT-YOUR-MOTHER'S TUNA CASSEROLE



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Mom's old-fashioned tuna casserole gets a redo. Make it for dinner tonight!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup uncooked ditalini (short tubes) pasta
4 slices bacon
1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
2/3 cup milk
2 cups frozen crinkle-cut carrots, thawed, well drained
1 can (12 oz) solid white tuna in water, drained, flaked
1 can (7 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 slices white bread
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Cook pasta as directed on package, using minimum cook time; drain. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat until crisp. Reserving drippings in skillet, remove bacon to drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon; set aside.
  • Add onion and thyme to drippings; cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is golden brown. Stir in flour; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in broth and milk; heat to boiling. Boil, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir in carrots, tuna, corn, pasta and mustard; heat to boiling. Fold in bacon. Spoon into ungreased 2-quart casserole.
  • In food processor, place bread. Cover; process with on-and-off pulses several times to make bread crumbs. In small bowl, mix bread crumbs and butter. Sprinkle over tuna mixture.
  • Bake uncovered 20 to 25 minutes or until mixture is bubbly and topping is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 940 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

YES,IT'S ANOTHER TUNA CASSEROLE RECIPE



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I was looking through all the tuna casserole recipes on "Zaar" and I came across the one by Chef Denise Nachtigal. I've tried this one of hers before and I was inspired to try my own.

Provided by Chef shapeweaver

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water (drained)
1 1/2 cups leftover white rice
1 1/2 cups leftover vegetables (we like peas and carrots)
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cheddar cheese soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or chef's choice)
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
garlic powder, to taste
onion powder, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients, except bread crumbs and shredded cheese.
  • Mix until well blended.
  • Pour into a lightly oiled 2 quart rectangular pan.
  • Spread evenly in dish.
  • Sprinkle cheese evenly over top.
  • Then sprinkle bread crumbs evenly over cheese.
  • Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Serve with your favorite green salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.3, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 55, Sodium 741.7, Carbohydrate 49.4, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 0.9, Protein 23.5

Tips:

  • Choose the right tuna. Solid white albacore tuna is the best choice for tuna casserole because it has a mild flavor and firm texture. You can also use canned flaked tuna, but it will have a softer texture.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, color, and texture to your casserole. Some good choices include peas, carrots, celery, onions, and corn.
  • Don't overcook the noodles. They should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked noodles will become mushy and ruin the texture of your casserole.
  • Use a creamy sauce. This will help to bind the ingredients together and make the casserole more flavorful. You can use a simple white sauce, or you can add cheese, herbs, or other spices to taste.
  • Top with a crispy topping. This will add a nice contrast to the creamy sauce and help to brown the casserole. You can use bread crumbs, crushed crackers, or grated cheese.

Conclusion:

Tuna casserole is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With its creamy sauce, tender noodles, and flaky tuna, it's a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. There are many different ways to make tuna casserole, so you can easily customize it to your own taste. Whether you like it simple or loaded with vegetables and cheese, there's a tuna casserole recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tuna casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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