Crack in Good Tuna Mornay
Indulge in pure comfort with this "Crack in Good Tuna Mornay," a creamy, cheesy delight that's perfect for weeknight dinners or feeding a crowd. This classic casserole combines tender pasta, flaky tuna, sweet peas, and corn, all enveloped in a rich, homemade cheddar béchamel sauce. Topped with a golden, crunchy layer of Parmesan breadcrumbs, every bite delivers a satisfying medley of textures and flavors. Ready in under an hour, it's a family-friendly, budget-friendly meal that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Serve it straight from the oven, garnished with fresh parsley, for a heartwarming dish that’s sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 60 grams butter
- 60 grams plain flour
- 500 milliliters milk
- 120 grams cheddar cheese, grated
- 300 grams cooked pasta (e.g., macaroni or penne)
- 250 grams canned tuna in spring water, drained
- 100 grams frozen peas
- 100 grams sweet corn (canned or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 60 grams breadcrumbs
- 30 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the flour and whisk continuously for 1–2 minutes to form a smooth roux.
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens into a creamy béchamel sauce.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, drained tuna, peas, sweet corn, and parsley. Pour the cheese sauce over the mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the tuna mornay.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with additional parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2696 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.4 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.5 g | 338% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 471 mg | 157% | |
| Sodium | 6120 mg | 266% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 249.4 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.7 g | ||
| Protein | 165.8 g | 332% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.1 mcg | 95% | |
| Calcium | 1980 mg | 152% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 2283 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
