Cheesy Tuna Shortcake Recipe

Name: Cheesy Tuna Shortcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. finely chopped onion; 4 Tbsp. margarine; 1 (4 oz.) can mushroom pieces; 2 (6 oz.) cans water pack tuna, drained; 1/2 tsp. dill weed; 1/2 tsp. celery salt; 1 c. sour cream; 2 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese, divided; 3/4 c. cornmeal; 3/4 c. flour; 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 1 tsp. salt; 1 egg, beaten; 1/3 c. milk; 1 (17 oz.) can cream-style corn; dash of ground white pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 c. finely chopped onion
4 Tbsp. margarine
1 (4 oz.) can mushroom pieces
2 (6 oz.) cans water pack tuna, drained
1/2 tsp. dill weed
1/2 tsp. celery salt
1 c. sour cream
2 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
3/4 c. cornmeal
3/4 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 egg, beaten
1/3 c. milk
1 (17 oz.) can cream-style corn
dash of ground white pepper

1
Preheat oven to 425u00b0.
2
Saute onion in margarine in a medium pan until limp.
3
Remove from heat and add mushrooms, tuna, dill, celery salt, sour cream and 1 cup cheese.
4
Mix carefully and set aside.
5
In a small bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt and pepper.
6
Add 1 cup cheese, egg, milk and corn.
7
Stir just to blend.
8
Pour batter into a greased 9 x 9 x 3 1/2-inch pan.
9
Top with tuna mixture and bake 15 minutes.
10
Remove from oven and top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese; return to oven for an additional 30 minutes.
11
Let sit 10 minutes before cutting into squares.

1133

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. finely chopped onion, 4 Tbsp. margarine, 1 (4 oz.) can mushroom pieces, 2 (6 oz.) cans water pack tuna, drained, and more.

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

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheesy Tuna Shortcake

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Variations & substitutions

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