TUNA-NOODLE CASSEROLE WITH CAULIFLOWER

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Definitely an improvement on the original, adding cauliflower to this classic creamy casserole really does take it to to the next-level of deliciousness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for dish
8 ounces pappardelle or other similar wide noodles
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound cauliflower, broken into 1-inch florets (about 4 cups)
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 1/4 cups)
2 stalks celery, cut at an angle into 1/8-inch slices (about 1 cup)
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
2 cans (5 ounces each) solid tuna in water, drained and flaked
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco
1/4 cup lightly packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter a 2 1/2-quart casserole dish. Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water 4 minutes. Add cauliflower; cook until tender, 4 to 5 minutes more. Reserve 1/2 cup water; drain pasta mixture. In same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and celery, season with salt, and cook until onion is softened, about 8 minutes. Add flour; cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Slowly stir in milk until mixture is thickened, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in pasta mixture, tuna, and hot sauce. Season with salt and pepper. If mixture is too thick, add reserved pasta water.
  • Transfer to prepared dish; cover with parchment-lined foil. Bake 15 minutes. Uncover, increase heat to 425 degrees, and bake until lightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes. Top with parsley; serve immediately.

Mubeen Durrani
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I was skeptical about adding cauliflower to tuna noodle casserole, but I'm glad I did. It actually added a nice texture and flavor to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Brian McAlister
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This recipe was easy to follow and the casserole turned out great! I loved the addition of cauliflower, it made the dish feel a bit lighter. I will definitely be making this again.


Werner Booyens
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This casserole was a big hit with my family! The cauliflower was a great addition and it made the dish feel a bit healthier. I will definitely be making this again.


Alamghir khan
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I'm always looking for new ways to make tuna noodle casserole, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The cauliflower adds a nice twist to the classic dish, and it's also a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables. I will definitely be making t


Evelyn No
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The cauliflower was a nice touch and it added a bit of crunch to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Robin Jose
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I was looking for a new tuna noodle casserole recipe and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! The cauliflower was a great addition and it made the dish feel a bit lighter. I will definitely be making this again.


Padmini Samarakoon
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This was a delicious and easy-to-make casserole. The cauliflower added a nice twist to the classic dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Crash N Smash Gaming
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This casserole is a great comfort food. It's warm and cheesy and it just makes you feel good. The cauliflower adds a nice touch of texture and flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Kbin Shahi
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I'm not a big fan of tuna, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The cauliflower was a great addition and it helped to balance out the flavor of the tuna. I will definitely be making this again.


rifat ariyan
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover tuna. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The cauliflower is hidden in the sauce and they'll never know it's there.


Ubaid Shah
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This recipe was a lifesaver! I was short on time and needed to throw something together for dinner. This casserole was easy to make and it turned out delicious. My family loved it!


Hailee Walker
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I was skeptical about adding cauliflower to tuna noodle casserole, but I'm glad I did. It actually added a nice texture and flavor to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Layla Fletcher
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This casserole was a big hit with my family! The cauliflower was a great addition and it made the dish feel a bit healthier. I will definitely be making this again.


Alc X Gamer
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I'm always looking for new ways to make tuna noodle casserole, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The cauliflower adds a nice twist to the classic dish, and it's also a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables. I will definitely be making t


Mohsin Ali Sial
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This recipe was easy to follow and the casserole turned out great! I loved the addition of cauliflower, it made the dish feel a bit lighter. I will definitely be making this again.


Nuskin Review
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I'm not a huge fan of cauliflower, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The cauliflower was not overpowering and it actually added a nice texture to the dish. I would definitely make this again.


Sandra Ogbeide
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This was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The cauliflower was a nice touch and added a bit of crunch to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Nasir Zaib
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The cauliflower was a great addition and it made the dish feel a bit healthier. I will definitely be making this again.


Kalfman Stave
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This tuna noodle casserole with cauliflower is a delicious and healthy twist on a classic comfort food. The cauliflower adds a nice texture and flavor to the dish, and it also makes it a bit lighter. I really enjoyed this recipe - it's definitely a k