Lighter Than Moms Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipes

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LIGHT TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE

This recipe updates an old classic by using low-fat products. It's a rich, creamy casserole that will satisfy the whole family.-Sharen Oglesby, Anderson, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11



Light Tuna Noodle Casserole image

Steps:

  • Prepare Cream Soup Mix as directed for a condensed cream soup substitute. Saute celery and onion in oil until celery is tender. Place in a large bowl; add next six ingredients. Mix well. , Pour into a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 375° for 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts :

1/3 cup Cream Soup Mix
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained
1 carton (8 ounces) egg substitute
1 cup cooked noodles
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese

LIGHTER THAN MOM'S TUNA-NOODLE CASSEROLE

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Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13



Lighter Than Mom's Tuna-Noodle Casserole image

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray 8 x 8 x 2-inch glass baking dish with vegetable oil spray. Whisk wine and cornstarch in small bowl to blend. Whisk flour in heavy medium saucepan to remove any lumps. Gradually add milk to flour, whisking until smooth. Add broth and thyme and whisk over medium heat until liquid thickens and boils, about 4 minutes. Add cornstarch mixture and whisk until liquid boils and is smooth, about 1 minute. Remove from heat. Add Neufch‰tel cheese and whisk until melted. Stir in both cans of tuna with their liquid and frozen peas. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta. Return to pot.
  • Add tuna mixture to pasta; stir to blend well. Transfer to prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with potato chips. Bake until top is golden and sauce bubbles around edges of dish, about 25 minutes.

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
1/4 cup dry white wine
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1/3 cup all purpose flour
1 1/2 cups low-fat (1%) milk
1 cup canned low-salt chicken broth
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried
2 tablespoons Neufchâtel cheese (reduced-fat cream cheese)
1 6-ounce can solid white tuna packed in water, undrained
1 6-ounce can chunk light tuna packed in water, undrained
1 cup frozen petite peas, unthawed
8 ounces farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
1/2 cup crushed baked potato chips (about 1 ounce)

MOM'S EASY TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE

This is a simple yet delicious casserole my Mom always made for us. It was my favorite and now it is one of my daughters.

Provided by chelgilm

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7



Mom's Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole image

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Combine noodles, tuna, peas, soups, milk and butter in a 1 quart casserole dish.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.

8 ounces egg noodles, cooked
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained
1 (14 ounce) can peas, drained
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of celery soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup butter, melted

LIGHT TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE

My daughters enjoy tuna noodle casserole, but not the calories, so here is a version that is more diet friendly.

Provided by Likkel

Categories     Toddler Friendly

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13



Light Tuna Noodle Casserole image

Steps:

  • Sauté onions, celery and peppers until onions are transparent.
  • Add all of the ingredients (except the noodles and parmesan) and heat over medium until the cheddar melts.
  • Add the noodles, mix well, and turn into a greased 2 quart casserole dish. Sprinkle the top with parmesan cheese and an equal amount of dried bread crumbs, if you would like. Bake at 425 F for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.3, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 47.3, Sodium 758.8, Carbohydrate 18.5, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 4.7, Protein 20.6

6 ounces medium egg noodles, cooked
6 ounces canned tuna, drained
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1/3 cup onion, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup pimientos, chopped or 1/4 cup red pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can 98% fat-free cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup nonfat milk
4 ounces low-fat cheddar cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (optional)
1/4 cup dried breadcrumbs (optional)

LIGHT-BUT-HEARTY TUNA CASSEROLE

My boyfriend grew up loving his mother's tuna casserole and says he can't even tell that this one is light! We have it at least once a month. I usually serve it with a salad, but it has enough veggies to stand on its own. -Heidi Carofano, Brooklyn, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14



Light-But-Hearty Tuna Casserole image

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions., In a large bowl, combine the soup, milk, mayonnaise and mustard. Stir in the mushrooms, tuna and red pepper. Drain noodles; add to soup mixture and stir until blended. Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray., Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over casserole. Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 843mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

3 cups uncooked yolk-free noodles
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup fat-free milk
2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 can (5 ounces) albacore white tuna in water
1/4 cup chopped roasted sweet red pepper
TOPPING:
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper

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