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Tuna Mornay

Tuna Mornay is comfort food on a shoestring budget.  This meal is a quick, easy, budget-friendly, and the perfect mid-week meal to thaw you out on a cold winter day!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 313 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces (454 g) large elbow macaroni, cooked al dente according to package instructions
  • 4 cans (5 ounces each) tuna, drained and flaked
  • 1 can (15.25 ounces) sweet corn, drained
  • 1 can (15.25 ounces) creamed corn
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • ¼ cup (½ stick / 57 g) unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups (980 g) whole milk, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1¼ cup (125 g) parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a medium skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 10-12 minutes. Set aside.
  3. In a medium pot over medium heat melt the butter. Add flour, salt, and pepper and whisk for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown in color.
  4. While whisking constantly, slowly pour in the milk. Bring the sauce to a boil.
  5. When sauce starts to boil, turn the heat to low. Continue whisking constantly until the sauce is thickened.
  6. Remove from heat and add 1 cup parmesan cheese and 1 cup cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheeses are melted.
  7. In a large bowl, add tuna, sweet corn, creamed corn, sautéed onions, and the cooked noodles. Stir to combine.
  8. Pour the cheese sauce onto the tuna mixture. Stir to combine.
  9. Transfer the casserole to the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining parmesan cheese.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Information

Calories 313kcal (16%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 313

% Daily Value*

Calories 313kcal 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.