Tuna Mornay
Tuna Mornay is a creamy, comforting classic that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or family meals. This crowd-pleasing recipe combines tender pasta shells, protein-packed tinned tuna, sweet corn kernels, and vibrant green peas, all coated in a luxurious homemade cheese sauce. The dish is topped with a golden, crispy breadcrumb and parmesan mixture that adds an irresistible crunch to every bite. With simple pantry staples like cheddar cheese, chicken stock, and flour, it’s easy to whip up in just 15 minutes of prep time. Baked to perfection in under 30 minutes, this Tuna Mornay delivers a hearty, satisfying dinner with minimal effort. Serve it fresh from the oven, and pair with a simple side salad for a complete meal that’s both kid-friendly and freezer-friendly.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 60 grams butter
- 60 grams plain flour
- 500 milliliters milk
- 250 milliliters chicken stock
- 150 grams cheddar cheese, grated
- 425 grams tinned tuna in spring water, drained
- 300 grams corn kernels, drained
- 150 grams frozen peas
- 300 grams pasta shells or spirals, cooked
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, add the plain flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a roux. The mixture should form a smooth paste.
Gradually add the milk and chicken stock to the roux, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Add salt and black pepper to season the sauce.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, drained tuna, corn kernels, frozen peas, and the cheese sauce. Mix thoroughly so all ingredients are evenly coated in the sauce.
Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it out evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley (if using). Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the tuna mornay.
Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with additional parsley if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
603 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 104 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 1224 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 40.9 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 407 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 548 mg | 12% | |
*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.
