MAKEOVER SPINACH TUNA CASSEROLE

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This thick, gooey casserole has been a family favorite for years.-Karla Hamrick, Wapakoneta, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 cups uncooked egg noodles
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups fat-free milk
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 package (6 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken stuffing mix
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 cans (6 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook noodles according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise and lemon juice; set aside., In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in 1/3 cup cheese, stirring until melted. Remove from heat; stir in sour cream mixture. Add spinach, stuffing mix, bread crumbs and tuna., Drain noodles and place in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with tuna mixture; sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Cover and bake 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until lightly browned and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 734mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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