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Easy 55 min~470 kcal 7/10
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Tuna Casserole
An American pantry casserole with tuna, pasta, creamy mushroom sauce, peas, cheese, and a crisp crumb topping.
Medium⏱️ 55 min📖 1 min readServes 5~450 kcal🇺🇸 American🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 30 min cook 5 min rest
- #Baked
- #Kid-Friendly
- #Budget-Friendly
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Timeline
Total 55 min- Prep20 min
- Resting/Marinating5 min
- Cooking30 min
Ingredients
5 servings
Quick:
For the pasta
- 350 g Fusilli pasta
For the filling
- 300 g Tuna
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Peas
For the sauce
- 250 g Mushrooms
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Milk
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Cream
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Butter
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Flour
For the topping
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Kashar cheese
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Breadcrumbs
General
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Salt
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Boil the fusilli in salted water for 2 minutes less than the package time, then drain.
7 min07:00 - 2
Slice the mushrooms and cook them with half of the butter for 6 minutes, until their liquid evaporates.
6 min06:00 - 3
Add the remaining butter and cook the flour for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00 - 4
Add the milk and cream gradually to make a smooth sauce, then stir in the salt and black pepper.
- 5
Mix the tuna, peas, pasta, and mushroom sauce in a baking dish.
- 6
Sprinkle the kashar cheese and breadcrumbs on top.
- 7
Bake the casserole at 190°C for 22 minutes, until the top is browned.
22 min22:00 - 8
Rest the dish for 5 minutes after it comes out of the oven, then serve.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: Drain the pasta very well but do not let it dry completely; a little starchy water helps the creamy sauce hold together in the oven.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Slice the tuna casserole hot and serve it as a weekday dinner with lemony lettuce salad and pickles if desired.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~450
kcal calories
26
g protein
44
g carbs
20
g fat
Protein 23%Carbs 38%Fat 39%
9.2g
Sugar
3.5g
Fiber
1368.9mg
Sodium
17.8g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Seafood
- Gluten
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Tuna Casserole make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Tuna Casserole take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 30 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 55 minutes in total.Is Tuna Casserole difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Tuna Casserole have?
Approximately 450 kcal per serving. Protein: 26g, carbs: 44g, fat: 20g.Which allergens does Tuna Casserole contain?
This recipe contains Seafood, Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Tuna Casserole belong to?
This recipe belongs to American cuisine.How many ingredients does Tuna Casserole need?
This recipe needs 12 ingredients.Is Tuna Casserole filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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