This is not the classic, cream-of-something soup tuna casserole you may be familiar with. It's based on a recipe for a Breton tuna and white bean gratin from the food writer Diana Henry's cookbook, "Simple" (Mitchell Beazley, 2016). Several steps were eliminated, and an essential potato chip topping was added, which may put it squarely into tuna casserole territory. But you can call it whatever you like. (This recipe is part of the From the Pantry series, started in the days after the coronavirus lockdown.)
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, casseroles, seafood, main course
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. In an ovenproof skillet, sauté a chopped onion (or shallots, scallions or leeks) in olive oil over medium-high heat until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add red-pepper flakes, salt and garlic cloves. Throw in the rosemary sprig, if using. Add anchovy fillets, if using. Cook for another 2 minutes, until the garlic is slightly golden and very fragrant.
- Add the white beans and the wine. Let it simmer until the liquid evaporates and the beans are soft, about 5 minutes, then mash the beans with a potato masher or a fork. Make them as smooth or lumpy as you like. You just want to release some of their starch. Turn off the heat.
- Now, add the milk and the tuna. If you have the oil-packed kind, add the oil. If you have the water-packed kind, drain them, and drizzle in more olive oil.
- Mash the tuna into the beans, leaving it a little chunky. Mix in the herbs, lemon zest and add lots of black pepper. Finally, mix in 2 to 4 tablespoons of any kind of grated cheese. Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the skillet, and top it with potato chips. Scatter on more grated cheese, about another 2 tablespoons, and dot the top with little nuggets of butter.
- Bake until the tuna mixture bubbles around the edges, 20 to 25 minutes. If you want the potato chips to get more brown, you could run the whole pan under the broiler. Finish with lemon juice.
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Disang Mokhukhedi
[email protected]Overall, this is a great recipe that is easy to make and delicious. I will definitely be making it again.
Mahmud Rakib
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat more fish. My kids loved the creamy sauce and the white beans. They didn't even realize they were eating tuna!
Holly Mccord
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I added some chopped red pepper and it gave the casserole a nice spicy kick.
Taegan Richardson
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped carrots and celery to mine and it was delicious.
Abir shah
[email protected]The white beans in this recipe add a nice touch of protein and fiber. They also make the casserole more filling.
Zack Overmeyer
[email protected]I love the creamy sauce in this recipe. It's so rich and flavorful. I could eat it on its own!
Thomas Morris
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to save money on groceries. Tuna and white beans are both very affordable ingredients. This recipe is also very filling, so it's a great option for feeding a large family on a budget.
Shahzaib Shah
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again for my next party.
Mr. Norman
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat fish. My kids loved the creamy sauce and the white beans. They didn't even realize they were eating tuna!
Jerry Watts
[email protected]I love one-pan meals, so this tuna casserole was perfect for me. It was easy to make and clean up was a breeze. I'll definitely be making this again.
Tariq Sarla
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of tuna casserole, but this recipe changed my mind. The white beans and creamy sauce make it so much more flavorful and satisfying.
Kawsar Ridoy
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tuna. I always have cans of tuna in my pantry, so it's nice to have a recipe that I can throw together quickly and easily.
falak sher sial
[email protected]I was skeptical about the white beans in this tuna casserole, but they really work! They add a nice texture and flavor to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.
Shâröñ SåHä
[email protected]Tuna casserole is a classic dish for a reason – it's easy, affordable, and delicious. I tried this one-pan version with white beans and it was a hit! The beans add a nice protein boost and the creamy sauce is perfect for a cold night.