Best Jazzed Up Tuna Casserole Recipes

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HEARTY TUNA CASSEROLE



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Here's a jazzed-up version of Mom's tuna casserole that's sure to be comfort food for the whole family! Jan Heshelman of Bloomfield, Indiana adds pizzazz to the traditional dish with mustard, sour cream, thyme and zucchini. "I found this recipe in a magazine," says Jan. "It is one of the few dishes with zucchini that my husband will eat."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups uncooked yolk-free wide noodles
2 cans (6 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1 cup shredded zucchini
3/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 celery rib with leaves, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 medium tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl, combine the noodles, tuna, zucchini, sour cream, celery, onion, mayonnaise, mustard, thyme and salt. , Spoon half into a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with half of the cheese. Repeat layers. Top with tomato. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes. Uncover; bake 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 516mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GROWN-UP TUNA (NOW CRAB) CASSEROLE



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For you empty-nesters, who love old fashioned tuna casserole. It's your turn!!! (Note: Zaar software will not recognize the word "pouches", so I used pkgs. of crab in the ingredients.) Adapted from Country Living magazine.

Provided by Caroline Cooks

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (7 ounce) packages lump crabmeat, cut bite-size pieces
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons butter
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
1/4 cup brandy or 1/4 cup chicken broth
1 cup water
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 lb medium egg noodles, cooked & drained
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
6 fresh thyme sprigs

Steps:

  • Pick the crab meat, removing any shell or cartilage. Set aside. Cook and drain noodles. Set aside. Preheat oven to 350°. Lightly coat four 1-cup-capacity baking dishes or one 9" round baking dish with 1 tablespoon butter and set aside.
  • Melt remaining butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.
  • Add shallots and cook until soft.
  • Add tomato paste and garlic and cook, stirring continuously, for 5 minutes.
  • Move pan away from the heat and add brandy or chicken broth.
  • Return to heat and bring mixture to a boil, whisking continuously.
  • Reduce heat to medium low, add 1 cup water, and simmer until thickened slightly - about 10-12 minutes.
  • Strain mixture and stir in cream, remaining salt, and pepper.
  • Add egg noodles, crab meat, and lemon juice and toss to coat.
  • Divide mixture evenly among the prepared baking dishes, cover with foil, and bake until cooked through and the noodles are hot - about 20 minutes.
  • Garnish with thyme sprigs and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.6, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 12.7, Cholesterol 155.5, Sodium 645, Carbohydrate 18.7, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.9, Protein 25.9

QUICK AND EASY TUNA CASSEROLE



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Quick and Easy Tuna Casserole is perfect for the busy mom!

Provided by Jennie Ridgeway

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) package egg noodles
2 cups frozen green peas
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
1 onion, chopped
10 slices American processed cheese
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add noodles and frozen peas. Cook until noodles are al dente, drain well. Return noodles and peas to the pot.
  • Mix soup, tuna fish, onions, processed cheese and pepper into the pot. Stir constantly until all of the ingredients are well mixed and the cheese has melted. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 662.2 calories, Carbohydrate 71.8 g, Cholesterol 111.6 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 38.4 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 1828.1 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Families are sure to love the creamy texture and comforting taste of this traditional tuna casserole that goes together in a jiffy. I serve it with a green salad and warm rolls for a nutritious supper. -Ruby Wells, Cynthiana, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1/2 cup fat-free milk
2 cups yolk-free noodles, cooked
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 can (5 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine soup and milk until smooth. Add the noodles, peas, tuna and pimientos; mix well. , Pour into a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 25 minutes. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over the top. Bake 5 minutes longer or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 475mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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