Best Cheesy Breadcrumb Topping Recipes

CHEESY TUNA CASSEROLE WITH BREADCRUMB TOPPING RECIPE

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This is a budget-friendly tuna casserole with pasta, condensed soups, and shredded Cheddar cheese. This casserole is a quick and easy preparation.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories Side Dish Dinner Entree Pasta

Time 47m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

8 ounces macaroni (or mini penne pasta)
2 (6-ounce) cans tuna (drained)
1 (10 3/4-ounce) can cheddar cheese soup
1 (10 3/4-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup milk
4 ounces sliced mushrooms (canned, drained)
Dash ground black pepper
2 cups frozen peas (or peas and carrots, cooked just until tender, drained)
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese ( divided )
1 cup fresh bread crumbs
2 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

Gather the ingredients.
Heat oven to 350 F. Lightly grease a 3-quart baking dish or spray it with cooking spray.
Cook the pasta in boiling salted water following package directions. Drain in a colander.
In a large bowl, combine the pasta with the drained flaked tuna, soups, milk, mushrooms, pepper, and drained cooked peas. Gently stir in 1 cup of the cheese.
Turn into the prepared baking dish. Top with the remaining cheese.
Toss the bread crumbs with melted butter until thoroughly coated; sprinkle them evenly over the cheese layer.
Bake the tuna casserole for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until the topping is browned and the edges are bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 695 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 111 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Sodium 1337 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 37 g, ServingSize 1 casserole (4 to 5 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHEESY BREADCRUMB TOPPING

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This recipe for cheesy breadcrumb topping is courtesy of Susan Spicer and can be found in her cookbook, "Crescent City Cooking."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Bread Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup grated Grana Padano or Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl; set aside until ready to use.

CHEESY GARLIC BREAD

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I find this crisp bread smothered in a full-flavored topping adds zip to an ordinary meal. It's also a satisfying snack or appetizer. A friend shared this recipe a while back. I always come home with an empty plate when I take it to a gathering. -Judy Skaar, Pardeeville, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup thinly sliced green onions with tops
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 loaf French bread (about 20 inches), halved lengthwise
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley, optional
Paprika, optional

Steps:

Mix mayonnaise, cheese, onions and garlic; spread on bread halves, if desired, sprinkle with parsley and paprika. Wrap each half in foil. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours or freeze. , Unwrap and place on a baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes (20-25 minutes if frozen) or until puffed but not brown. Cut into slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 351mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.