We Lightened Up The Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole Food

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WE LIGHTENED UP THE CLASSIC TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



We Lightened up the Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole image

A comfort-filled classic, the traditional dish features a cast of hefty characters-cream, cheese, and noodles-and delivers nearly 700 calories and a day's worth of sat fat with just one helping. In an attempt to introduce fresher ingredients while staying true to the classic, we start by bolstering the filling with meaty mushrooms, lots of aromatics, and herbs. Tomato paste adds a tangy counterpoint to the creamy, noodle-coating sauce, while Dijon mustard and lemon zest add zing. Canned tuna is a pantry staple that takes center stage in our remake (with just as many beneficial omega-3s as fresh). In lieu of a breadcrumb or potato chip topper, we use fresh dill and sharp cheddar to round out this dinner with bright flavor and cheesy goodness for less sodium.

Provided by Jamie Vespa, MS, RD

Time 55m

Yield Serves 6 (serving size: 2 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 19

12 ounces uncooked whole-wheat egg noodles
1 tablespoon canola oil
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, chopped
1 cup chopped yellow onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups unsalted chicken stock
2 1/2 cups 2% reduced-fat milk
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons lemon zest plus 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 (4-oz.) cans unsalted albacore tuna in water, drained
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, plus more for garnish
Cooking spray
2 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook noodles according to package instructions until very al dente, omitting salt and fat. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Heat oil in a large high-sided skillet over medium. Add mushrooms; cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add onion and garlic; cook until tender, about 4 more minutes. Add thyme; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Add butter; stir to melt. Whisk in flour; cook until roux is golden, about 1 minute. Whisking constantly, add stock; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer; whisk in milk, tomato paste, mustard, lemon zest and juice, salt, and pepper. Return to a simmer; simmer 2 to 3 minutes. Pour mixture into bowl with noodles. Stir in tuna and dill.
  • Coat a 13- x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Transfer tuna mixture to baking dish; top with cheese. Bake at 375°F until bubbly and cheese is melted, about 15 minutes. Let stand at room temperature 5 to 10 minutes. Garnish with dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439, Carbohydrate 55 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 640 mg, Sugar 9 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g

CLASSIC TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole image

There are many reasons this casserole is a classic ... it's comforting, easy to make, and oh so yummy!

Provided by Food Network

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (10 3/4 ounces) Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Celery Soup (Regular or 98% Fat Free)
1/2 cup milk
1 cup Birds Eye® Sweet Garden Peas
2 tablespoons chopped pimientos
2 cans (about 6 ounces each) tuna, drained
2 cups medium egg noodles, cooked and drained
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Stir the soup, milk, peas, pimientos, if desired, tuna and noodles in a 1 1/2-quart baking dish. Stir the bread crumbs and butter in a small bowl. Bake for 20 minutes or until the tuna mixture is hot and bubbling. Stir the tuna mixture. Sprinkle with the bread crumb mixture. Bake for 5 minutes or until the bread crumb mixture is golden brown.

LIGHT TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



Light Tuna Noodle Casserole image

This recipe updates an old classic by using low-fat products. It's a rich, creamy casserole that will satisfy the whole family.-Sharen Oglesby, Anderson, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup Cream Soup Mix
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained
1 carton (8 ounces) egg substitute
1 cup cooked noodles
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare Cream Soup Mix as directed for a condensed cream soup substitute. Saute celery and onion in oil until celery is tender. Place in a large bowl; add next six ingredients. Mix well. , Pour into a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 375° for 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts :

CLASSIC LIGHT TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



Classic Light Tuna Noodle Casserole image

This recipe updates an old classic by using low-fat products. It's a rich, creamy casserole that will satisfy the whole family.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2/3 cup water
1/2 cup skim milk
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained
1 container (8 ounces) egg substitute
1 cup cooked no-yolk medium noodles
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the soup, water, milk, mustard, and pepper until blended. In a nonstick skillet, celery and onions in oil until celery is tender. Stir the vegetables, tuna, egg substitute and noodles into the soup mixture. Pour into a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 375° for 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

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