My Mom’s Make Ahead Tuna Souffle
Description: This delightful dish, cherished from my childhood, is a testament to the comforting flavors of home cooking. Light, fluffy, and bursting with the savory goodness of tuna, it’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual family dinner or a gathering with friends. Mom used to whip this up for her afternoon bridge club, serving it alongside a crisp green salad and warm rolls for a complete and satisfying meal.
Keywords: Tuna, Weeknight, Less than 4 Hours
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 | Cans solid white tuna |
| 2 | Cups mayonnaise |
| 1 | Cup milk |
| 4 | Eggs |
| 2 | Stalks celery, diced |
| 1 | Pinch of cayenne pepper |
| 1/4 | Teaspoon salt |
| 1/2 | Teaspoon black pepper |
| 1 | Onion, finely chopped |
| 1 | Loaf of bread, sliced |
| 1 | Can cream of mushroom soup |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 330.8
- Total Fat: 14.8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Cholesterol: 153.8mg
- Sodium: 1206mg
- Carbohydrates: 22.6g
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 3.1g
- Protein: 25.7g
Instructions:
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Whisk until well blended, creating a creamy mixture.
2. Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray. Arrange slices of bread evenly on the bottom of the dish, creating a layer.
3. Open the cans of tuna and drain them well. Spread the tuna evenly over the bread slices in the casserole dish. Sprinkle diced celery and chopped onion over the tuna layer.
4. Pour the prepared milk mixture over the tuna, celery, and onion layers, ensuring that the bread absorbs the liquid. Press down gently to help the bread soak up the mixture.
5. Carefully spoon the undiluted cream of mushroom soup over the top layer, ensuring it covers the entire surface evenly.
6. Cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld together and the bread to soak up the creamy goodness.
7. When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the casserole dish from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature while the oven heats up.
8. Once at room temperature, remove the plastic wrap from the casserole dish and place it in the preheated oven.
9. Bake for approximately 1 hour, or until the souffle is golden brown on top and set in the center.
10. Once baked to perfection, remove the souffle from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
11. Serve slices of this delicious tuna souffle warm, accompanied by a side salad and some freshly baked rolls for a complete and satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
12. Enjoy the comforting flavors and nostalgic memories that this dish brings with each bite. Share it with loved ones and create new memories together around the dinner table.
13. Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Simply reheat in the oven or microwave before serving for a quick and tasty meal option.
