Creamy Tuna Noodle Cazuela Recipe

Name: Creamy Tuna Noodle Cazuela
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces farfalle pasta; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 cups whole milk or half-and-half; 1 1/2 cups frozen baby peas; 3/4 cup piquillo peppers, sliced (6 ounces); 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; One 6-ounce can or jar solid white tuna in oil, drained and flaked; Salt; Freshly ground pepper; 1/2 cup panko (Japanese bread crumbs)

Servings: persons

12 ounces farfalle pasta
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk or half-and-half
1 1/2 cups frozen baby peas
3/4 cup piquillo peppers, sliced (6 ounces)
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
One 6-ounce can or jar solid white tuna in oil, drained and flaked
Salt
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup panko (Japanese bread crumbs)

1
Preheat the oven to 450.
2
Cook the farfalle pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
3
Drain.
4
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of the butter.
5
Add the onion and cook over high heat, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes.
6
Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
7
Add the milk and bring to a boil.
8
Cook the sauce over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 3 minutes.
9
Add the farfalle pasta, frozen baby peas, sliced piquillo peppers, Parmigiano cheese and tuna and season with salt and pepper.
10
Transfer the mixture to a large baking dish, a cazuela (casserole dish) or 4 individual gratin dishes.
11
In a small skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter.
12
Add the panko and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until golden, about 1 minute.
13
Sprinkle the panko over the casserole and bake for 10 minutes (5 minutes for individual gratins), or until bubbling.
14
Serve right away.

751

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces farfalle pasta, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Creamy Tuna Noodle Cazuela 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.

Creamy Tuna Noodle Cazuela

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