Cheesy Deluxe Tuna Casserole Recipe
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
45 minutes
Servings:
6 portions
Ingredients
  • 12 ounces fusilli pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small white onion, diced
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 11.5 ounces canned tuna, drained
  • ¾ cup frozen peas
  • ¾ cup tinned corn, drained
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan
  • ¾ cup fresh breadcrumbs
Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
  2. Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil.
  3. Cook the pasta according to the packet's instructions, until it is al dente.
  4. Drain it and set it aside.
  5. Heat a large, heavy-bottomed, ovenproof pan containing the olive oil to a medium heat.
  6. Saute the diced onion for 5 to 6 minutes until softened and translucent.
  7. Add the butter to the pan and allow it to melt.
  8. Add the flour and mix it in well to create a roux.
  9. Add the milk and chicken broth in increments, stirring continually, to form a thick sauce.
  10. Remove the creamy sauce from the heat.
  11. Stir in the Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, nutmeg, grated cheddar, grated Gruyère, and salt and pepper, to taste.
  12. Add the drained tuna, peas, corn, and al dente pasta.
  13. Mix well to thoroughly combine all the components.
  14. Top with the grated Parmesan and breadcrumbs.
  15. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden and bubbling.