CREOLE TUNA

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"This speedy recipe has been in my family for as long as I can remember," shares Betty Bernat of Littleton, New Hampshire. "Because it relies on pantry staples, it's easy to make when you can't decide what to fix for dinner," At 48 cents a serving, it's economical besides."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup milk
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute green pepper in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, sugar, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add tuna and Creole seasoning; heat through. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 858mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Hasan Nazir Ahmad
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tuna. It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I served it with rice and a side of vegetables, and it was a hit with my family.


Naila Sam
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I'm not a huge fan of tuna, but this Creole-spiced version was really good. The flavors were well-balanced and the fish was cooked perfectly. I'd definitely make this again.


Shiv Kumar
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I was looking for a new way to prepare tuna and this Creole recipe did not disappoint. The seasoning was perfect and the tuna was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!


Gabriel Seyi
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This Creole tuna recipe was easy to follow and resulted in a flavorful and satisfying meal. The tuna was cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and creamy. I served it with rice and a side of steamed vegetables, and it was a hit with my family. I wi


Dikman tamang
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I followed the recipe faithfully and was rewarded with one of the best tuna dishes I've ever tasted. The Creole seasoning was spot-on and really brought out the flavor of the fish. I'll definitely be making this again and again!


Tasha Sharrer
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I made this recipe exactly as written, and it turned out fantastic! The tuna was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


chamling suren
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but that's probably because I added extra cayenne pepper. Other than that, it was a great recipe and I'd recommend it to anyone who loves Creole cuisine.


Deidri Oliver
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I'm not usually a fan of tuna, but this Creole-spiced version changed my mind. The flavors were amazing, and the tuna was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Hadisur Rahman
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This recipe is a keeper. My family loved it, and it's now a regular in our dinner rotation. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful and flavorful dish!


Jayline Aaliyah
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5 stars! The Creole seasoning really made this dish special. It had just the right amount of heat and spice. The tuna was moist and flaky, and the sauce was delicious spooned over rice.


Jawad Nazir
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I thought this recipe was easy and affordable to make, especially with ingredients I already had on hand. It's also very flexible - I added some extra veggies and it still turned out great.


Kushal Nepali
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This Creole tuna dish was an explosion of flavors in my mouth! The spices were perfectly balanced, and the tuna was cooked to perfection. Even my picky kids loved it! Definitely gonna make this again!