Fine Tuned Tuna Casserole
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
If you’ve never been a fan of tuna casseroles, this recipe might just change your mind! Enhanced with the rich flavors of garlic and soy sauce, this dish has been transformed into a comforting favorite that’s sure to satisfy. Don’t be skeptical about the soy sauce—it adds a delightful depth of flavor alongside the fresh garlic. Using albacore tuna ensures a superior taste experience!
Ingredients:
- 1 can (approximately 7 oz) chunk tuna, drained
- 1/2 lb rotini pasta (about 2 cups), cooked very al dente
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup half-and-half
- 3/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 328.5
- Total Fat: 6.7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9g
- Cholesterol: 4.3mg
- Sodium: 1016.3mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 55g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.9g
- Sugars: 4.5g
- Protein: 12.7g
Instructions:
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Prepare Pasta:
- Cook the rotini pasta in boiling water until it’s very al dente. This means it should be slightly undercooked. Drain and set aside.
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare Casserole:
- In a greased casserole dish, combine the drained tuna, chopped onion, minced garlic, sliced mushrooms, soy sauce, milk, and half-and-half.
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Add Pasta:
- Stir in the cooked and drained rotini pasta until everything is well combined.
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Bake:
- Place the casserole dish, uncovered, in the preheated oven.
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Bake Time:
- Bake for 40 minutes or until the casserole is heated through and bubbly.
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Serve:
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
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Optional Serving Tip:
- Offer additional soy sauce at the table for each diner to add according to their taste preferences.
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Enjoy:
- Enjoy this deliciously revamped tuna casserole with its comforting flavors of garlic and soy sauce!
This Fine Tuned Tuna Casserole is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, packed with savory flavors that will make it a regular on your dinner rotation. It’s a great way to enjoy the richness of albacore tuna combined with the aromatic garlic and umami from soy sauce—all baked together for a delightful casserole experience!
