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Deluxe Tuna Casserole This is an amalgamation of three or four tuna casserole recipes I tested. The Ritz cracker topping appeared in a vintage version and it makes for a terrific crunch . Serves 6
6 oz. of flat egg noodles - cooked according to package instructions and drained 2 tablespoons margarine 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped onions 2 cans (6 1/2 ounces) white flaked tuna 1 cup frozen peas 1 cup milk 1/2 cup low fat plain yogurt or lite sour cream 1 10-oz. can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of celery) 4 oz. shredded brick or colby or mild white cheddar cheese salt and pepper to taste 2 teaspoons fresh parsley - minced 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed or 1 teaspoon fresh 1/4 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning 20 Ritz crackers - coarsely crumbled additional melted margarine (optional) for drizzling paprika Prepare noodles
In a small skillet, saute celery and onions in margarine until softened. Preheat oven to 350 F. Lightly grease a 9 by 13 inch casserole or two smaller ones. In a large bowl, combine noodles, vegetables, cheese, tuna, milk, yogurt and seasonings. Toss well. Spoon noodle mixture into casserole(s). Sprinkle crumbled crackers evenly over top, drizzling with 1 or 2 tablespoons of melted margarine (this assists in browning). Sprinkle lightly with paprika.
Bake for 30-35 minutes until top is browned and casserole is evenly warmed. |
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