NO CAN OF CREAM-OF-ANYTHING TUNA CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Prepare pasta according to package directions. Cook firm, not soft. Drain and set aside.
• Meanwhile, heat olive oil in saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and celery and saute until translucent, about 8 minutes.
• Sprinkle flour over sauteed vegetables. Stir well, Cook, stirring frequently, over medium-low heat for two minutes, until flour looses "powdery" taste. Do not brown.
• Slowly, a 1/4 cup or so at a time, add milk, stirring well after each addition. Add cumin, celery seed, mustard, salt and pepper (there--you've made cream of onion/celery soup).
• Add peas. Cook until peas and soup are heated through.
• Remove from heat, add tuna and 1 cup of the cheese.
• If your pot is big enough, add the noodles. Otherwise, transfer soup and noodles to a large bowl and mix well.
• Transfer all to greased 10 x 14" casserole dish.
• Cover with foil and bake at 325 for 20 minutes.
• Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine bread crumbs with remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese.
• Romove casserole from oven. Uncover and top casserole with bread crumb/cheese mixture.
• Return to oven and bake uncovered for 5 to 10 minutes more.