Cheesy Tuna and Rice Dish Recipe

Name: Cheesy Tuna and Rice Dish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup butter; 1 small onion, chopped; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; ¼ teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk; 6 ounces shredded cheddar cheese; 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese; 1 cup instant rice; 1 tablespoon chopped parsley; ½ teaspoon paprika; ½ teaspoon dried oregano; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole tomatoes, cut in half, drained; 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained

Servings: persons

⅓ cup butter
1 small onion, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
6 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 cup instant rice
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole tomatoes, cut in half, drained
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained

1
PREHEAT oven to 375F.
2
MELT butter in medium saucepan.
3
Add onion; cook for 5 minutes.
4
Blend in flour, salt and ground black pepper.
5
Stir in evaporated milk.
6
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes just to a boil.
7
Stir in cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted.
8
COMBINE rice, parsley, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, and tomatoes in 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
9
Top with tuna.
10
Spread cheese sauce over tuna.
11
BAKE for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are bubbly.

635

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅓ cup butter, 1 small onion, chopped, 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Tuna and Rice Dish 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.

Cheesy Tuna and Rice Dish

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions