Tuna Casserole

Tuna Casserole

Baked perfection is what you get with this cheesy casserole recipe. It mimics the delicious, creamy taste of tuna casseroles from days gone by, but this lightened-up version is much healthier than anything that was whipped up in your grandmother’s kitchen. Best of all, it is packed with tuna, so you’ll enjoy the benefits of omega 3 fats while warming up with this delectable dish.

Tuna Casserole
Yields: 6 Servings | Serving Size: 1 Cup | Calories: 437 | Total Fat: 21 | Saturated Fat: 10 | Trans Fat: 0 g | Cholesterol: 65 mg | Sodium: 600 mg | Carbohydrates: 38 | Dietary Fiber: 6 | Sugar: 9 | Protein: 26 | SmartPoints (Freestyle): 13 |

Ingredients
a. 4 cups cooked whole wheat noodles (macaroni was used in this recipe, egg noodles also will work)
b. 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
c. 1 small yellow onion, diced
d. 8 ounces sliced mushrooms, white or button (wipe clean)
e. 2 (4.5 ounce) cans solid white Albacore Tuna in water, shredded (add tuna and water)
f. 1 cup frozen green peas
g. 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened, low fat
h. 1 cup low-fat milk
i. 1-1/2 cups (reduced-fat) cheddar cheese, shredded (recommend block cheese)

Directions
1. Preheat over to 375 degrees.
2. Note: If desired, add additional cheese to the top of the casserole before baking.
3. Cook noodles according instructions on the package or al dente.
4. In a medium skillet add oil and sauté onions and mushrooms over medium-low heat until mushrooms begin to release moisture, about 10 minutes. In a large mixing bowl, combine sautéed onions and mushrooms and all remaining ingredients, reserving 1/2 cup cheddar cheese for the top.
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