Kittencals Tuna Spaghetti Casserole Food

KITTENCAL'S EASY TUNA OR CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
• Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
• Cook the egg noodles in boiling salted water; drain then toss with 2 tablespoons butter.
• In a large saucepan, mix the undiluted mushroom soup, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese (if using) milk or half and half, sour cream, salt, pepper, chopped onion, pimiento, bell pepper and celery; cook over low heat, stirring frequently for 15 minutes.
• Add in the tuna or chicken; mix to combine.
• Combine the mixture with the cooked egg noodles.
• Transfer to prepared greased baking dish.
• Sprinkle top with the broken Ritz crackers.
• Bake for about 25 minutes.

KITTENCAL'S SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALL CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
• Prepare your own favorite meatball recipe, then shape into about 1-1/2-inch balls.
• Place the meatballs onto a greased baking sheet and bake until thoroughly cooked (about 22-25 minutes at 375 degrees) set the meatballs aside.
• Boil the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling water until just al dente; drain then place into a large bowl.
• Toss the spaghetti with 3 tablespoons oil; cool slightly, then add in eggs, 1-1/2 cups mozzeralla cheese, 1 cup Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper; using clean hands toss until thoroughly combined (you can use a spoon but hands are better!).
• Place the spaghetti into prepared baking dish, then press down slightly with hands.
• Scatter the cooked meatballs over the spaghetti.
• Top with spaghetti sauce over the top making certain to cover the pasta completely.
• Cover with foil and bake 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
• Remove from oven then sprinkle about 1-1/2 cups mozzeralla cheese (or amount desired) over the top, then return to oven uncovered for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
• Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

KITTENCAL'S TUNA-SPAGHETTI CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
• Chop the spaghetti coarsely. (I usually chop about 4-inches but it does not have to be exact).
• Cook the spaghetti until firm-tender (do not overcook the pasta!) drain and toss with 1-2 tablespoons butter or oil to prevent sticking.
• In a saucepan melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat (can use a couple tablespoons more butter if desired, I always do!) add in the sliced mushrooms and cook stirring until they release their moisture (about 6 minutes).
• Add in onion, garlic and cayenne pepper; sauté for about 3 minutes.
• Add in flour and chicken bouillon powder; mix with a wooden spoon for about 1-2 minutes (the mixture will be slightly "clumpy").
• Stir in the broth and cream; bring to a light boil over medium heat whisking continuously until smooth and thickened.
• Turn off heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese (or cheddar cheese if using) mix to combine until melted.
• Season sauce with salt and black pepper (I use seasoned salt).
• Add the cooked cream mixture to the cooked spaghetti; toss well to combine, then add in the tuna, green bell pepper and egg yolks; mix very well to combine.
• Transfer the mixture to a prepared baking dish.
• Top with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes in a 350°F oven (oven rack set to second-lowest position).
• If desired you may sprinkle about 1 cup (or more) grated cheddar cheese on top after baking but that is only optional.
• DELICIOUS!

TUNA SPAGHETTI CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
• Combine cooked, drained spaghetti with soup, milk and tuna.
• Put in a 2 quart casserole coated with cooking spray.
• Top with Stove Top Stuffing.
• Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.
• Add onion or other seasonings to individual tastes.

KITTENCAL'S EGG OR TUNA AND OLIVE SALAD SANDWICHES

Steps:

• Slice the cooked eggs using an egg slicer or coarsely chop using a fork or flake the tuna in a bowl using a fork.
• Add in all remaining ingredients; lightly mix with a large spatula or spoon until combined (adjust the mayonnaise, salt and pepper amounts to suit taste).
• Cover and refrigerate for 2 or more hours to blend the flavors.
• Divide the mixture to make sandwiches.
• Note: 1/4- 1/2 tsp dry mustard powder may be added if desired.

KITTENCAL'S TUNA SALAD SANDWICHES

Steps:

• Drain the tuna then hand-squeeze out any excess moisture; place in a bowl then flake with a fork.
• Add in all remaining ingredients up to the Tabasco sauce; mix until well combined, adjusting all seasonings to suit taste.
• Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours (more is even better!).
• Divide onto bread slices with lettuce leaves and slices tomatoes.
• Delicious!

KITTENCAL'S SPAGHETTI PIE

Steps:

• Grease a round 2-quart casserole dish or an 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
• For the sauce; in a skillet or saucepan brown the ground beef with onion and red chili flakes until no longer pink.
• Drain fat then add in garlic, oregano and basil; cook for 2 minutes.
• Add in tomato sauce, mushrooms and 1/2 teaspoon salt, bring to a boil over medium heat stirring.
• Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes stirring occasionally, season with more salt to taste if desired.
• Meanwhile cook the spaghetti in boiling water until almost tender (undercook the spaghetti as it will soften up even more when baked in the oven) drain in a colander then rinse under cold water, drain well again then place into a large bowl.
• Add in melted butter, garlic powder, eggs, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and black pepper; using clean hands toss/mix until well combined (use hands for mixing spaghetti this will not work with a spoon) season with salt to taste if desired.
• TO ASSEMBLE; spread the spaghetti mixture evenly into bottom of the pie plate, pressing down with hands to flatten.
• In a bowl mix 2 cups cottage cheese with 1/4 cup Parmesan and 1 cup mozzarella cheese cheese then spread over the spaghetti.
• Dollop the tomato sauce mixture over the cottage cheese then spread out with a spoon.
• Top with 1 cup or more of mozzarella cheese.
• Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.
• Uncover and continue to bake 10-15 minutes more or until hot and bubbly.

KITTENCAL'S TUNA MELT SANDWICH

Steps:

• Set oven to broiler heat.
• In a bowl mix tuna, mayo, lemon juice (or red wine vinegar) celery, green onions and parsley; mix well.
• Add in seasoned salt and lemon pepper to taste.
• Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and broil for 1 minute or until lightly toasted.
• Remove from heat, divide and spread the tuna mixture on top of each bread slice.
• Place one cheese slice over the tuna, then one tomato slice (you can use 2 tomato slices if your wish) then another slice of cheese on top.
• Return the layered bread to oven and broil for about 3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.