Broccoli Tuna Casserole Recipe

Name: Broccoli Tuna Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups uncooked whole wheat egg noodles; 1 teaspoon butter; 1/4 cup chopped onion; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 2 cups fat-free milk; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided; 4 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed; 2 pouches (6.4 ounces each) albacore white tuna in water; 1/3 cup panko (Japanese) bread crumbs; 1 tablespoon butter, melted

Servings: persons

5 cups uncooked whole wheat egg noodles
1 teaspoon butter
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 cups fat-free milk
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
4 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed
2 pouches (6.4 ounces each) albacore white tuna in water
1/3 cup panko (Japanese) bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Transfer to a shallow 3-qt. or 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray.
2
Meanwhile, in a
3
, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch, milk and seasonings until smooth; stir into pan. Stir in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in 3/4 cup cheese until melted; stir in broccoli and tuna.
4
Spoon over noodles; mix well. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Toss bread crumbs with melted butter; sprinkle over casserole. Bake, covered, 45 minutes. Uncover and bake until cheese is melted, 15-20 minutes longer.
5
Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165u00b0.

1642

kcal

Calories

Fat

260

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups uncooked whole wheat egg noodles, 1 teaspoon butter, 1/4 cup chopped onion, 1/4 cup cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Broccoli Tuna Casserole falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Broccoli Tuna Casserole

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