CHEESY TUNA CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4.3/5)

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Cheesy Tuna Casserole Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by รก-48

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (12 oz) package of Rotini or corkscrew macaroni (shells would work too)
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
3 cups milk
2-1/2 cups shredded swiss cheese
1 cup shredded gouda or edam cheese
3 (6 oz) cans of solid white tuna, drained
1 cup frozen peas
2-3 tomatoes thinly sliced about 1/4" thick
1 tbsp butter
1 small onion chopped
1 tsp lemon-pepper seasoning
1 cup crushed Fritos

Steps:

  • 1. In saucepan, cook pasta in salted boiling water till al dente. Drain and return pasta to pan, set aside. 2. In small skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter and saute onions till tender, add lemon pepper seasoning, set aside. 3. In large saucepan, melt 2 tbsp butter over low heat. Whisk in flour, salt, pepper and cook 1 minute. 4. Gradually add milk, increasing heat to medium high and add saute onions. Cook till mixture thickens, whisking occasionally. 5. Once thicken, remove from heat and stir in 2 cups swiss and 1/2 cup gouda or edam cheese, stirring till melted. 6. Spray a 9 x 13 pan 7. Add cheese sauce to pasta and tuna. Add peas. Mix till evenly tossed. 8. Pour and spread into 9 x 13 pan. 9. Sprinkle Frito crumbs over cheese. 10. Arrange tomatoes on top, overlap if necessary. 11. Salt & pepper tomatoes. 12. Sprinkle remaining cheeses over tomatoes. 13. Bake at 400 for 20 minutes (Cover pan) 14. Uncover and cook additional 10-15 minutes till hot & bubbly.

Mwbbeh Wbbjb
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This casserole is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use up leftover tuna in this dish.


Saviour franklin
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I've been making this casserole for years and it's always a family favorite. It's a great dish to serve on a cold winter night.


Awais As
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the cheesy tuna sauce.


Mhs Hayatul Sordar
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I'm not a fan of tuna, but I loved this casserole. The cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful.


Emon Haldar
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This casserole is a classic comfort food. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Natasha Reynolds
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Md Sofe koul islaim sawon
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tuna. It's also a good meal for a budget-friendly dinner.


Patricia Manning
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I loved the crispy breadcrumb topping on this casserole. It added a nice crunch to the dish.


Raul Bustamante
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This casserole was a bit too fishy for my taste. I think next time I'll use less tuna.


Catherine Maina
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I'm not a big fan of tuna casserole, but this recipe changed my mind. It was creamy, cheesy, and delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


chege ndung'u
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Rojina Magar
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish to take to potlucks or parties.


Ibraheem leghari Ibraheem Leghari
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This casserole was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning. However, it was still a good meal and my kids enjoyed it.


Hells Kitty
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I love tuna casserole, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The addition of cheese makes it extra creamy and delicious. I also like that it's a one-pot meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.


But First Coffee
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This cheesy tuna casserole was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and the results were delicious. The tuna was flaky and moist, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.