LOW CARB TUNA AND ' RICE' CASSEROLE

Low Carb Tuna and ' Rice' Casserole image

Provided by Mercy

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

20 ounces fresh cauliflower, shredded, 1 small head
2 tablespoons butter
1 stalk celery, diced
8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon instant minced onion
2 (6 ounce) cans canned tuna, drained
4 ounces mushrooms, drained

Steps:

Put cauliflower in a 2 1/2 quart casserole with a lid.
Add 3 tablespoons of water, cover and microwave on HIGH 8-10 minutes until just tender, stirring every couple minutes (do not overcook); stir in 1 tablespoon butter.
Meanwhile, sauté the celery in remaining tablespoon of butter until very tender.
In medium microwaveable bowl, mix 6 ounces of the cheese and cream.
Microwave a 2 minutes to melt the cheese; stir until well blended.
Whisk in mayonnaise, seasonings and dry onion.
Stir tuna and mushrooms into cauliflower; add cheese sauce and mix well.
Can be covered and chilled at this point and then baked later.
Cover and bake at 350ºF for 20 minutes; uncover, top with remaining cheese and bake another 10-15 minutes until bubbly; add an extra 5-10 minutes to first baking time if chilled.