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Patricia

Cheesy Tuna Pasta Bake: A Comforting Dinner Delight!

A comforting and delicious Cheesy Tuna Pasta Bake that is perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1 can 12 ounces tuna in water, drained
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 can 10.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, frozen peas, 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese, milk, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Add the cooked macaroni to the tuna mixture and stir until everything is evenly combined.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with olive oil until they are evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the pasta.
  7. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a healthier version, substitute whole wheat pasta and low-fat cheese.
  • Add chopped bell peppers or spinach for extra veggies and flavor.

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