Tuna Casserole With Bow Ties, Mushrooms And Parmesa

Name: Tuna Casserole With Bow Ties, Mushrooms And Parmesan
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb bow tie pasta (also called farfalle); 5 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 10 ounces white mushrooms, sliced; 3 scallions, chopped; 1/3 cup flour; 2 cups milk; 1 cup chicken broth; 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked; 3/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; salt and pepper; 1/4 cup dried breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

1 lb bow tie pasta (also called farfalle)
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 red bell pepper, chopped
10 ounces white mushrooms, sliced
3 scallions, chopped
1/3 cup flour
2 cups milk
1 cup chicken broth
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and pepper
1/4 cup dried breadcrumbs

1
Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350. Lightly coat the inside of a 2 1/2 to 3 quart baking with vege spray.
2
Bring a large of water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until barely tender (it will cook further in the oven). Drain well. Return the pasta to the cooking pot.
3
Meanwhile heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bell pepper and cook stirring often, until softened, about 3 minutes.
4
Add the mushrooms and the scallions, and cook, stirring often, until the mushroom juices evaporate and the mushrooms are tender, about 6 minutes.
5
Sprinkle with the flour and stir well. Stir in the milk and broth, and bring to a boil, stirring often.
6
Reduce heat to medium low and simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
7
Remove from heat and stir in the tuna, 1/2 cup parmesan and the cayenne. Stir this into the pasta mixture and season with salt and pepper.
8
Pour the pasta into the baking dish and sprinkle with bread crumbs and remaining 1/4 cup parmesan. Bake until the sauce is bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes, then serve hot.

941

kcal

Calories

Fat

106

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb bow tie pasta (also called farfalle), 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 red bell pepper, chopped, 10 ounces white mushrooms, sliced, and more.

Yes, Tuna Casserole With Bow Ties, Mushrooms And Parmesan 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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Tuna Casserole With Bow Ties, Mushrooms And Parmesan

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