Tuna Casserole Recipe

Name: Tuna Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb whole wheat pasta shells; 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 3 celery ribs, finely chopped; 14 red bell pepper, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; ½ cup dry white wine; ½ cup chicken broth; ½ cup half-and-half; milk; fresh ground pepper; 2 cups frozen peas; 2 (12 ounce) cans tuna in olive oil; 2 tablespoons tarragon; ½ cup parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb whole wheat pasta shells
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 celery ribs, finely chopped
14 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ cup dry white wine
½ cup chicken broth
½ cup half-and-half
milk
fresh ground pepper
2 cups frozen peas
2 (12 ounce) cans tuna in olive oil
2 tablespoons tarragon
½ cup parmesan cheese

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2
Salt the water, add the pasta and cook according to package.
3
Place a large, deep skillet over medium heat, add the oil.
4
Add the onion and celery, cook for 3 minutes, then stir in the bell pepper and cook for 2 minutes.
5
Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, then add the wine and reduce for 1 minute.
6
Whisk in the broth and boil for 1 minute to thicken.
7
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the milk; season the sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
8
When it bubbles, add the peas and tuna and cook until heated through.
9
Add tarragon.
10
Preheat the broiler.
11
Drain the shells, toss with the sauce and adjust the seasoning.
12
Place the pasta in a 9-by-13-inch heatproof serving dish and cover with Parmesan.
13
Place the dish under the hot broiler and melt cheese.

1338

kcal

Calories

Fat

129

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.

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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: 1 lb whole wheat pasta shells, 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 3 celery ribs, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, 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.

Tuna Casserole

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