Tuna Casserole With Whole Wheat Pasta Food

TUNA CASSEROLE FROM SCRATCH (NO CANNED SOUPS!)

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and butter a 9x13 baking dish. Set aside.
• Cook pasta in salted water according to directions.
• Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet. Add the diced onions and celery; sauté until tender (about 3 minutes).
• Add the minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
• Add the mushrooms, stir with the other veggies, then allow to cook until most of the liquid has evaporated, stirring only occasionally (about 10 minutes).
• Add the flour (1/4 cup), stir to coat, and gradually add the milk (1 cup) and broth (1 cup). Heat over medium-high heat until thickened, stirring frequently. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Meanwhile, in a small bowl, melt remaining tablespoon of butter. Mix with breadcrumbs (1/2 cup).
• Add the cooked, drained pasta and tuna to the mixture. Spread mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture on top. Top with the shredded cheese (1 cup).
• Bake for about 20 minutes, or until browned and bubbly.

TUNA CASSEROLE WITH WHOLE-WHEAT PASTA

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375°F.
• Cook the pasta in boiling water for 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
• In a small bowl, combine the parmesan cheese and Italian bread crumbs and set aside.
• In a large bowl, combine all of the other ingredients and then stir in the pasta.
• Pour the mixture into a lightly oiled baking dish (9 x 12 inches) and then spread it evenly.
• Sprinkle the parmesan and breadcrumb mixture over the casserole.
• Bake for 45-50 minutes.