Fancy Tuna Lasagna Recipe

Name: Fancy Tuna Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 34 lb lasagna noodle (or fresh); 1 tablespoon butter; 1 small onion, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 14 lb mushroom, thinly sliced; ¼ cup dry white wine (optional); ½ cup heavy whipping cream; 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced; salt & pepper; 2 (7 ounce) cans tuna, drained & flaked; 2 pimientos, canned, well drained, seeded, and cut into strips; ½ cup frozen peas, thawed; ¾ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded; ⅓ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons flour; ½ cup milk; 1 ½ cups milk; ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

34 lb lasagna noodle (or fresh)
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
14 lb mushroom, thinly sliced
¼ cup dry white wine (optional)
½ cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
salt & pepper
2 (7 ounce) cans tuna, drained & flaked
2 pimientos, canned, well drained, seeded, and cut into strips
½ cup frozen peas, thawed
¾ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
⅓ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
½ cup milk
1 ½ cups milk
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

1
Cook lasagne noodles in salted water until almost al dente.
2
Rinse in colander with cold water, then drain on dish towel.
3
Preheat oven to 350F.
4
MAKE WHITE SAUCE:.
5
Melt 3 tablespoons butter in heavy saucepan over low heat.
6
Remove from heat and stir in 3 tablespoons flour to make a smooth, soft paste (roux).
7
Add 1/2 cup milk and mix well with whisk.
8
When combined, add additional 1 1/2 cups milk.
9
Return to med-high heat and bring to boil, whisking constantly.
10
When sauce bubbles & begins to thicken, reduce to very low heat and simmer gently for 5-10 min, whisking occasionally.
11
Add 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg and some salt/pepper to taste.
12
Melt butter in saucepan, and cook onion in butter until soft.
13
Add garlic & mushrooms; cook until soft, stirring occasionally.
14
Pour in wine (if using).
15
Boil 1 minute.
16
Add white sauce, cream, and parsley; season to taste.
17
Spoon thin layer of sauce onto bottom of 9x12 baking dish.
18
Cover with layer of lasagne noodles.
19
Scatter half of the tuna, pimientos, peas, and shredded mozzarella over noodles.
20
Spoon 1/3 of remaining sauce over the top and cover with another layer of noodles.
21
Repeat layers, ending with lasagne noodles & sauce.
22
Sprinkle with Parmesan and bake until bubbling hot and the top is lightly browned (35-40 min).

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 34 lb lasagna noodle (or fresh), 1 tablespoon butter, 1 small onion, minced, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Fancy Tuna Lasagna 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.

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Fancy Tuna Lasagna

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Variations & substitutions

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