TUNA CASSEROLE

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This dish is definitely not boring because of its delicious combination of ingredients. It's a great weeknight meal to enjoy!

Provided by Francine Lizotte

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 23

4 c (9 oz.) uncooked egg noodles
2 Tbsp clarified butter
1/2 c white onions, diced
1/2 c celery, diced
1/2 c carrots, diced
1/2 c red peppers, diced
8 oz button mushrooms, washed and sliced
ground himalayan sea salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
2 large cloves garlic, pressed
1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 Tbsp unbleached all-purpose flour
2 c half-and-half
2 can(s) (6 oz. each) tuna packed in water, drained
3/4 c frozen peas, half way thawed
1 tsp creole seasoning
1/2 tsp hot paprika
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp dried thyme leaves
1 1/2 c sharp cheddar cheese, grated and divided
1 c panko breadcrumbs
1 Tbsp fresh chopped parsley
1 Tbsp butter, melted

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375ºF.
  • 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add butter. While it's warming up, cook noodles in boiling water according to package directions.
  • 3. When butter is hot, add onions, celery and carrots to the skillet; sauté for 3 minutes. Add red peppers and sauté for 2 minutes. Add mushrooms and season generously with sea salt and black pepper; cover and cook for 2 minutes.
  • 4. Stir in flour until the ingredients are nicely coated before pouring in half-and-half. Add tuna and peas; stir well. Add Creole seasoning, hot paprika, basil, thyme and 1 cup cheese; stir and adjust if needed.
  • 5. Gently incorporate cooked and drained egg noodles then remove skillet from the heat. Transfer the mixture to a 3-quart baking dish lightly greased. Sprinkle on the remaining ½ cup cheese and set aside.
  • 6. In a medium bowl, add breadcrumbs, parsley and melted butter; stir until well blended. Spread topping mixture on the casserole.
  • 7. Transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly. Remove from the heat and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving. Serve 6
  • 8. To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://youtu.be/CwbquuaW7qA

zain babu
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This tuna casserole is a great freezer meal. I always have a few in the freezer for busy nights.


ADAM IDRIS
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I love that this tuna casserole can be made ahead of time.


Emeria Kabengele
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This tuna casserole is a great way to use up leftover pasta.


Ks sunthary
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I've been making this tuna casserole for years and it never disappoints.


Ibrahim Msusa
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This tuna casserole is a delicious and affordable meal. It's perfect for a family on a budget.


Jesse Mejia
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I made this tuna casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Jamshed Lashari
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This tuna casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat fish.


King Sukizaga
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I love that this tuna casserole is made with simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


Indra kamal Gurung
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This tuna casserole is a classic comfort food dish. It's perfect for a cold night.


Safiyah Umari
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I've tried many tuna casserole recipes, and this one is by far the best. It's creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor.


Shanhayat Shanhayat
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This tuna casserole is a great way to use up leftover tuna. It's also a quick and easy meal to make on a weeknight.


safy maichel
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I made this tuna casserole for my family and they all loved it. The sauce was creamy and cheesy, and the tuna was cooked perfectly.


tasin ss
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I followed the recipe exactly and the tuna casserole turned out perfectly. It was creamy and flavorful, and the tuna was flaky and tender.


Rano Gusman Hj Mustapa
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This tuna casserole is easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making it again.


Mohammed Huseini
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I made this tuna casserole last night and it was a big hit with my family.


Clyde Wakefield
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This recipe is a keeper! The tuna casserole was delicious and my kids loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Abdulrahman Crick
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I've made this tuna casserole many times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a quick and easy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.


Sohan Hossain
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This tuna casserole was a hit with my family! The tuna was flaky and tender, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.


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