Creole tuna casserole
Creole tuna casserole is a flavorful and comforting dish that marries the bold and vibrant flavors of Creole cuisine with the comforting appeal of a classic casserole. This beloved dish combines tender chunks of tuna with aromatic vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, and celery, all simmered in a rich and zesty Creole sauce.
The mixture is then layered with cooked pasta and topped with a golden, cheesy crust before being baked to perfection. The result is a hearty and satisfying casserole that delivers a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and creamy flavors.
Whether served as a cozy family dinner or as the centerpiece of a celebratory feast, Creole tuna casserole offers a delicious and memorable dining experience that embodies the warmth and hospitality of Southern cuisine.
The mixture is then layered with cooked pasta and topped with a golden, cheesy crust before being baked to perfection. The result is a hearty and satisfying casserole that delivers a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and creamy flavors.
Whether served as a cozy family dinner or as the centerpiece of a celebratory feast, Creole tuna casserole offers a delicious and memorable dining experience that embodies the warmth and hospitality of Southern cuisine.
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RECIPE
Ingredients
- 3 TBSP. DEHYDRATED OR FRESH CHOPPED ONION
- 10.5 OZ. CREAM OF CELERY
- 1 1/2 CUP MILK
- 3 CUPS EGG NOODLES (COOKED AND DRAINED)
- 2 TSP. TONY CHACHERE'S CREOLE SEASONING
- 1 REGULAR CAN MIXED VEGETABLES (DRAINED)
- 1 REGULAR CAN TUNA (DO NOT DRAIN)
- 1 CUP SHREDDED CHEESE (your preference)
- 1 SLEEVE RITZ CRACKERS
- Begin boiling the noodles while you mix the following in a bowl: onion, soup, milk, seasoning, vegetables, tuna (juice and all), and cheese.
- Mix well, then add the cooked and drained noodles and mix well. Transfer to a regular casserole dish, crush the Ritz in the sleeve or in your hands, and top the casserole with the crackers.
- Place in a preheated oven at 375 degrees and cook for 30 minutes. Check 20 minutes into the cooking time to make sure your crackers are not getting too brown. If they are, turn your oven down 25 degrees for the last 10 minutes. Serve hot and enjoy this one-pot dish!