Cheesy Tuna & Rice Muffinettes 🧀🐟🍚
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6-12 muffins
Calories: 428.5 per serving
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Keywords: < 30 Mins, Oven
Description:
These Cheesy Tuna & Rice Muffinettes are a quick and delightful treat that’ll leave your taste buds singing with joy! Inspired by a recipe that became an instant hit in my household, these savory delights are not only a breeze to make but are so scrumptious that my family couldn’t resist devouring them in one sitting. Trust me, the little effort you put into making these is absolutely worth it!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 7 1/2 ounces canned tuna, drained
- 3/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons margarine
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Additional seasoning salt and parsley flakes for garnish
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. | In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients for muffinettes except eggs and milk. |
| 2. | Stir in eggs and milk until well combined. |
| 3. | Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray six muffin cups with non-stick cooking spray. |
| 4. | Divide the rice mixture evenly among the muffin cups. |
| 5. | Bake for fifteen minutes, or until the muffinettes are lightly browned. |
| 6. | Loosen the muffinettes with a spatula and transfer them to a serving platter. |
| 7. | In a small mixing bowl, combine all ingredients for the tangy butter sauce: butter, margarine, lemon juice, seasoning salt, and parsley flakes. |
| 8. | Top each muffinette with a dollop of the tangy butter sauce before serving. |
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 428.5
- Fat: 17.9g
- Saturated Fat: 9.8g
- Cholesterol: 111.3mg
- Sodium: 344.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 54.2g
- Fiber: 1.6g
- Sugar: 0.6g
- Protein: 11.6g
These Cheesy Tuna & Rice Muffinettes are not only a perfect snack for any occasion but can also double up as a delightful addition to your brunch or lunch spread. The combination of tender tuna, fluffy rice, and gooey cheddar cheese, all baked to perfection, will have your family and friends asking for more. And the tangy butter sauce adds that extra burst of flavor that elevates these muffinettes to a whole new level of deliciousness. Whether you’re hosting a party or just looking for a quick and satisfying meal option, these muffinettes are sure to be a crowd-pleaser! So go ahead, give this recipe a try, and watch as it becomes a favorite in your household too!
