How to Make a Tuna Casserole

If you have a can of tuna in your cupboard, you can mix it with other ingredients to make tasty, economical casseroles, some with an ethnic flair. Use your imagination and see what delectable combinations you can come up with.

Difficulty:

Moderate

Instructions

1. Create a classic American casserole by mixing a can of tuna with a 1/2 lb. curly noodles, 1 can of cheddar cheese soup, 1 cup crushed butter crackers, 1 cup frozen peas and 2 tbsp. melted butter. Bake the casserole at 400 degrees for 25 minutes.

2. Make an Italian tuna casserole. Put a small package of orzo in a bowl with a can of drained tuna. Add a small package of frozen spinach and 1/2 cup melted mozzarella cheese mixed with 1/4 cup milk. Top the casserole with some sliced olives and 2 tbsp. of melted butter. Cook it in a 375-degree oven for 40 minutes.

3. Mix a Greek casserole. Begin with a cup of rotini pasta and a can of tuna. Add a cup of chopped olives, 1 cup white sauce, 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese and 1 cup frozen asparagus spears. Top the casserole with bread crumbs and melted butter and cook in a 400-degree oven for about 25 minutes.

4. Cook a Chinese casserole. Add 1 can of frozen baby corn and 1 cup green beans to a can of drained tuna. Stir in 2 tbsp. soy sauce and a cup of chicken broth. Top your casserole with crispy rice noodles and bake it at 375 degrees for about 40 minutes.

5. Sizzle some Cajun casserole by pouring a box of Cajun rice into a bowl with a can of tuna. Add a small chopped onion, 1/4 cup of chopped celery, 1/4 cup of chopped green pepper, 2 tsp. of hot sauce, with the seasoning packet from the rice. Add 2 3/4 cups of boiling water. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover the pot and simmer for about 15 minutes