NOT-YOUR-MAMA'S TUNA CASSEROLE

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This recipe is my own creation and it has evolved over the times I've made it. Last night's version came out really yummy, so I wanted to save it here so I can do it again!

Provided by Mer

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup orzo pasta
3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ cup half-and-half
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
2 (5 ounce) cans tuna packed in water, drained
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly oil an 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until almost cooked through but firm to the bite, 9 to 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Stir feta cheese, cream cheese, and olive oil together in the empty pot used for orzo until cheeses are mostly melted, placing over low heat if needed. Remove pot from heat. Stir orzo and half-and-half into cheese mixture.
  • Mix spinach, tuna, dill, salt, and pepper into orzo mixture; pour into the prepared baking dish. Top tuna-orzo mixture with Parmesan cheese. Cover dish tightly with an oven-proof lid or aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes; remove covering and bake until Parmesan cheese is melted and edges are starting to brown, 5 to 8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Carbohydrate 41.8 g, Cholesterol 47.2 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 29.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 426.4 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

Jason Moore
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This casserole was a great way to use up some leftover chicken. It was also really easy to make.


Austin Coker
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I loved the combination of flavors in this casserole. The corn, tomatoes, and cheese went perfectly together.


Nosipho Kunene
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This casserole was a little bland for me. I added some extra salt, pepper, and garlic powder and it was much better.


Mumbere Victor
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I thought this casserole was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


kazi Sifat
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I wasn't a fan of the texture of this casserole. It was a little too mushy for me.


Umair Haroon
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I would definitely recommend this casserole to others. It's a great dish for a potluck or party.


Dear 5 Kumar
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This casserole was a great way to use up some leftover corn and tomatoes.


Alice Christmas
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I loved the cheesy, gooey texture of this casserole. It was like a warm and comforting hug in a bowl.


Jabeda Bithi
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This casserole was a little too salty for me. I think I would have preferred it with less salt.


Muhmmad Sufiyan
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I wasn't sure about the combination of corn and tomatoes, but it actually worked really well. The flavors complemented each other perfectly.


Tawhid Islam
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This casserole was really easy to make. I just threw all the ingredients in a bowl and baked it. It was a great weeknight meal.


Hafuz Khan
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I loved the crispy crust on this casserole. It was the perfect contrast to the soft and gooey interior.


Emrah Horasan
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This casserole was a little too sweet for me. I think I would have preferred it with less sugar.


Salina Ramtel
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I've made this casserole several times and it always comes out perfect. It's a great dish to serve at a potluck or party.


G.E
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This casserole was a little bland for me. I added some extra salt, pepper, and garlic powder and it was much better.


oniel miller
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I'm not a big fan of casseroles, but this one was really good! It was cheesy, gooey, and full of flavor.


Matthew Orth
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This casserole was a huge hit with my family and friends! It was so easy to make and the flavors were amazing. I loved the combination of the sweet corn, the tangy tomatoes, and the creamy cheese.