Best Tuna Spinach Casserole Recipes

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CREAMY SPINACH TUNA CASSEROLE



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This tuna casserole is anything but basic. We took a classic recipe and dressed it up with cheesy crescent pinwheels and spinach. And thanks to rotisserie chicken, your tuna noodle casserole can easily be transformed into chicken noodle casserole.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups uncooked wide egg noodles (8 oz)
1 can (18 oz) Progresso™ Vegetable Classics creamy mushroom soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1 can (12 oz) solid white tuna in water, drained
1 box (9 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls (8 Count)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain noodles as directed on package.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat soup and 1 1/2 cups of the cheese over medium heat until cheese is melted. Stir in cooked noodles, tuna, spinach, milk and lemon peel; heat until bubbly. Spoon mixture into casserole.
  • Unroll dough; firmly press perforations to seal. Sprinkle dough with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Starting at short side, roll up dough; pinch seam to seal. Using serrated knife, cut roll into 8 slices. Place slices, cut side up, on top of tuna mixture.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until filling is bubbly and dough is deep golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 830 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

SPINACH TUNA CASSEROLE



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"After a busy day of bookkeeping for our family contracting business, I count on this rapid recipe my mother passed along to me," relates Nancy Adams of Hancock, New Hampshire. "I double it if I need to feed unexpected guests who stop by at mealtime."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
3 tablespoons crushed seasoned stuffing
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice
2 to 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients; mix well. Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream and lemon juice; add to tuna mixture and mix well. , Transfer to a greased 2-cup baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

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MAKEOVER SPINACH TUNA CASSEROLE



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This thick, gooey casserole has been a family favorite for years.-Karla Hamrick, Wapakoneta, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 cups uncooked egg noodles
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups fat-free milk
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 package (6 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken stuffing mix
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 cans (6 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook noodles according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise and lemon juice; set aside., In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in 1/3 cup cheese, stirring until melted. Remove from heat; stir in sour cream mixture. Add spinach, stuffing mix, bread crumbs and tuna., Drain noodles and place in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with tuna mixture; sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Cover and bake 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until lightly browned and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 734mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEESY TUNA SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Cheesy Tuna Spinach Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Teena03

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 ounces medium noodles
10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 1 cup swiss cheese
6 1/2 ounces tuna, drained
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained, and sliced (optional)
1/3 cup fine dry breadcrumb
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Cook noodles, drain. Meanwhile, press excess moisture from thawed spinach; set aside.
  • In saucepan cook chopped onion in 3 TBS. butter til tender. Blend in flour, dry mustard, and salt. Add milk all at once. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Add shredded cheese, stir tip melted. Stir in cooked noodles, thawed spinach, water chestnuts and tuna. Put in a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Combine bread crumbs and 1 tablespoon melted butter and sprinkle atop. Bake in 350 oven for 40 to 45 minutes or tip heated through. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

VERDELHO SPINACH, MUSHROOM AND TUNA CASSEROLE



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A solid casserole recipe full of spinach, mushrooms, tuna, ricotta cheese, noodles and hint of Verdelho wine. It's classy and tasty! This recipe is an easy way to please the whole family.

Provided by Peggy Mangovski

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
2 teaspoons olive oil
5 fresh mushrooms
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
¼ cup Verdelho wine
½ (13.5 ounce) can spinach, drained
¾ cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1 (12 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ cup milk
4 slices bread, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni, and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms, and saute until tender. Season with paprika, chili powder, and oregano. Pour in the wine, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the spinach, and simmer until heated through. Stir the spinach mixture into the drained macaroni. Mix in the tuna. Combine the condensed soup and milk; stir into the mixture until evenly coated. Transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish. Crumble toasted bread over the top.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is crispy and browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.5 calories, Carbohydrate 53.2 g, Cholesterol 13.8 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 370.9 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

SPINACH-ALFREDO TUNA CASSEROLE



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This recipe was the result of a missed shopping trip. Kinda threw everything together one night and created a hit. It has become a staple at our family get-togethers. Even the children, especially my 3 year old son, absolutely love it. Using garlic Alfredo sauce adds a little extra flavor.

Provided by Rachael McGuire

Categories     Casseroles

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pkg garden rotini -12 oz.
1 c onion, chopped
1 can(s) very young small sweet peas(i use le sueur), drained
1 1/2 c italian blend shredded cheese
1 jar(s) (15 oz.) alfredo sauce
2 can(s) (5-7 oz) white albacore tuna, drained
1 c frozen cut leaf spinach, thawed and drained
3/4 c italian style bread crumbs

Steps:

  • 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente', drain.
  • 2. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • 3. In a large bowl, thoroughly mix: noodles, onion, 1 cup cheese, peas, tuna, Alfredo sauce, and spinach. Transfer to a 13 X 9 inch baking dish, and top with bread crumbs and remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Bake 15-20 min. in a preheated oven or until cheese is bubbly.

MAKEOVER SPINACH TUNA CASSEROLE



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Found this "lighter" take in Light and Tasty, Feb/March 2007. The original was 673 calories and this one is 346 calories. Was in the mood for some comfort food and I found this in the latest magazine. It was truly wonderful! Tweaked a bit.

Provided by Manami

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 cups uncooked egg noodles
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 -3 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups nonfat milk
1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 cup sliced white button mushrooms
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 (6 ounce) package reduced-sodium chicken flavor stuffing mix
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 (6 ounce) cans light chunk tuna in water, drained and flaked
hot sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise and lemon juice; set aside.
  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt butter.
  • Stir in flour until blended.
  • Gradually stir in milk.
  • Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  • Reduce heat; stir in 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese until melted.
  • Remove from the heat; stir in the sour cream mixture and hot sauce, if using.
  • Add the spinach, stuffing mix, bread crumbs, mushrooms and tuna; mix well.
  • Drain noodles and place in a 13"x9" baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Top with tuna mixture; sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover and bake at 350° for 35 minutes.
  • Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until lightly browned and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.1, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 59.8, Sodium 529.6, Carbohydrate 31.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 5.4, Protein 21.9

VELVEETA® TUNA AND SPINACH CASSEROLE



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How do you make tuna casserole even more of a family-pleaser? Easy: Just add melty VELVEETA and chopped spinach to the mix!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 Tbsp. butter
1 large onion, chopped
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, well drained
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 can (10-3/4 oz.) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup
1/2 lb. (8 oz.) 2% Milk VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup milk
1 pkg. (12 oz.) yolk-free broad egg noodles, cooked
2 cans (5 oz. each) tuna, drained, flaked

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F.
  • Melt butter in large skillet on medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir 3 to 4 min. or until crisp-tender. Stir in spinach and garlic powder until blended. Add soup, 2% Milk VELVEETA and milk; cook 3 to 5 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring frequently. Add noodles and tuna; mix lightly.
  • Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 25 to 30 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 700 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 20 g

TUNA SPINACH CASSEROLE



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This thick, gooey casserole has been a family favorite for years.-Karla Hamrick, Wapakoneta, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 cups uncooked egg noodles
2 cups sour cream
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice
2 to 3 teaspoons 2% milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 package (6 ounces) chicken stuffing mix
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, milk and salt. Stir in the spinach, stuffing mix, bread crumbs and tuna until well combined. Preheat oven to 350°., Drain noodles and place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with tuna mixture; sprinkle with cheese. Cover and bake 45 minutes. Uncover; bake until lightly browned and heated through, 5-10 minutes longer. , Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 673 calories, Fat 46g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 927mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

SPINACH TUNA CASSEROLE



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Categories     Fish

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 cups uncooked egg noodles
1 cup ( 8 oz) reduced fat sour cream
½ cup fat free mayonnaise
2 - 3 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups fat free milk
1/3 cup, plus 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1 package (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, and squeezed dry
1 package (6 oz) reduced sodium chicken stuffing mix
1/3 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
2 cans (6 oz each) light water packed tuna, drained and flaked

Steps:

  • • Cook noodles according to the package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayo, and lemon juice; set aside. • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt the butter. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat, stir in 1/3 cup parmesan cheese until melted. Remove from the heat; stir in sour cream mixture. Add the spinach, stuffing mix, and tuna. Mix well. • Drain the noodles and place in a 13 X 9 X 2 baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with tuna mixture; sprinkle with remaining parmesan cheese. • Cover and bake at 350° for 35 minutes. Uncover and bake 5 - 10 minutes or until lightly browned.

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