Tuna casserole? Many will moan, but this recipe changes the image. Nice texture and crunch from the water chestnuts and the creamy sauce was wonderful. A real winner on this old classic.
YIELD
6 servingsPREP
20 minCOOK
20 minREADY
40 minIngredients
Directions
Preheat oven to 425℉ (220℃).
Inn a 2-quart casserole combine noodles, thyme and salt.
Set aside. Mix together the soup and milk in a saucepan and heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
Add tuna, celery, green pepper, water chestnuts, scallions, mayonnaise and all but 2 Tablespoons of the cheese.
Heat and stir until the cheese is melted. Add cheese sauce to casserole and mix thoroughly.
Sprinkle top with remaining grated cheese and almonds.
Bake for about 20 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned.
Comments
This is the BEST tuna casserole by far !
Thank you for posting. Could not find my copy today.
Baking a dish right now.
I have been cooking this recipe for years. Very easy and tasty.