Tuna Strata Recipe

Name: Tuna Strata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, divided; 12 slices white bread, divided; 2 (7 ounce) cans white albacore tuna in water, drained; 1/2 cup chopped celery; 1/2 cup finely chopped onion; 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 1 1/2 cups shredded swiss cheese; 5 large eggs; 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning; 2 cups milk; 1 teaspoon dijon-style mustard; 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles (or you can use dill relish)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter, divided
12 slices white bread, divided
2 (7 ounce) cans white albacore tuna in water, drained
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups shredded swiss cheese
5 large eggs
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon dijon-style mustard
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles (or you can use dill relish)

1
Generously grease a 12x8 baking dish.
2
Trim 6 slices of bread to fit bottom of the dish.
3
Butter top of each slice of bread with 1/2 tsp of butter.
4
Place bread slices butter side up in baking dish.
5
In a medium bowl, flake tuna and add celery, onion, pickles, Old Bay Seasoning and mayonnaise. Mix well.
6
Spread tuna mixture over bread and sprinkle with cheese.
7
Trim other 6 slices of bread and butter tops.
8
Arrange slices buttered side up over tuna and cheese.
9
In medium bowl, beat eggs with milk, mustard and hot pepper sauce.
10
Pour over casserole evenly.
11
Bake at 350 for 35-45 minutes or until puffy and lightly browned and set.
12
Let stand 5-10 minutes before serviing.

839

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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.

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: 1/2 cup butter, divided, 12 slices white bread, divided, 2 (7 ounce) cans white albacore tuna in water, drained, 1/2 cup chopped celery, and more.

Yes, Tuna Strata 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tuna Strata

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Variations & substitutions

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