Curry Tuna Noodle Casserole

tncsCurry Tuna Noodle Casserole – This versatile, creamy recipe for curry tuna casserole is an innovative, amazing medley of two favorites, tuna casserole and curry. Can all be cooked stove top, or finished by oven broiling cheese on top, your choice. Either way, this simple, quick, tuna noodle casserole recipe is always a favorite.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15-20 mins
Servings: 4
Main Ingredient: Tuna
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Curry Tuna Noodle Casserole

1 can of flaked tuna
2.5 cups (before cooking) of small noodles like macaroni
1 can cream-of-mushroom or celery soup
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup frozen peas
1-3 tablespoons mild curry powder (to taste)
1-2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
Topping (optional):
1/2 cup shredded cheese.
If you’re going to have a topping, pre-heat oven to 250 Fahrenheit

Directions to make Curry Tuna Noodle Casserole

Step 1:

Start cooking pasta according to package directions. When pasta is halfway done, put the soup, vegetables, water and tuna in a pot under med-high heat.

Step 2:

Stir as it heats up. Gradually add the 1/2 cup shredded cheese. When mixture is simmering/bubbling gently, add the curry, pepper and salt to taste.

Step 3:

By this time the pasta should be cooked. Drain pasta, then add pasta to the tuna curry mix. Simmer for another few minutes and serve. OR put the mixture in a casserole dish, spread the additional 1/2 cup shredded cheese on top, and put in the pre-heated oven. Turn on the broiler. Cook for 3-5 minutes until cheese is browned on top, and serve.

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Low Fat Tuna Casserole

tuncasLow Fat Tuna Casserole – This remarkably creamy, yet low fat tuna casserole recipe is luscious. Made extra hefty with the addition of stuffing mix, we also added some fragrant parmesan cheese and healthy spinach. Served over robust egg noodles, this satisfying low fat tuna casserole is yummy!

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Servings: 6
Main Ingredient: Tuna, Noodles
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Low Fat Tuna Casserole

5 cups uncooked egg noodles
1 cup (8 ounces) 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

Directions to make Low Fat Tuna Casserole

Step 1:

Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise and lemon juice; set aside.

Step 2:

In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt butter. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese until melted. Remove from the heat; stir in the sour cream mixture. Add the spinach, stuffing mix, bread crumbs and tuna; mix well.

Step 3:

Drain noodles and place in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with tuna mixture; sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese

Step 4:

Cover and bake at 350° for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until lightly browned and heated through

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Jim’s Tuna Noodle Casserole

tuna casseroleTuna Casserole Recipes are always a favorite around my house, especially when we add cheese. Always good the first time and always better when reheated the following day. Try this simple fish recipe for your family today!

Ingredients to make Jim’s Tuna Casserole

7 oz. can tuna, drained
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
2 Tbsp. butter
1 can cream of celery soup
1 cup of milk
2 Tbsp. pimiento, diced
1/4 cup bread crumbs
8 oz. package egg noodles

Directions to make Jim’s Tuna Casserole

Saute chopped celery and onion in butter. Blend in soup and milk. Add flaked tuna and pimiento.

Cook noodles according to package directions in a saucepan. In a greased casserole dish, combine soup mixture and egg noodles. Top with bread crumbs.

Bake in a 350 degree oven for 30 minutes.