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Makeover Spinach Tuna Casserole Recipe

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This thick, gooey Spinach Tuna Casserole from Karla Hamrick of Wapakoneta, Ohio was a family favorite for years.

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Makeover Spinach Tuna Casserole Recipe

Prep: 25 min. Bake: 40 min.

Yield: 8 Servings

25 40 65

Ingredients

5 cups uncooked egg noodles
1 cup (8 ounces) 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

Directions

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, 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 cheese until melted. Remove from the heat; stir in the sour cream mixture. Add the spinach, stuffing mix, bread crumbs and tuna.
Drain noodles and place in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with tuna mixture; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Cover and bake at 350° for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until lightly browned and heated through. Yield: 8 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving equals 346 calories, 9 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 50 mg cholesterol, 734 mg sodium, 41 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 24 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.

Originally published as Makeover Spinach Tuna Casserole in Light & Tasty February/March 2007, p9

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Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.

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Reviewed on Jan. 11, 2012 by DCHeilman

The toping was very tasty, but laying upon plain noodles that become crispy on the bottom and side of casserole wasn't appealing.

Reviewed on Jun. 14, 2011 by annikins03

Tuna noodle casserole is one of my favorite dishes, especially this recipe. I love the spinach and it doesn't taste low fat at all.

Reviewed on May. 21, 2011 by Andropolis

kathy may like this

Reviewed on May. 21, 2011 by Andropolis

kathy may like this

Reviewed on May. 21, 2011 by Andropolis

Kathy might make this if it has good reviews.Love You Sweetie(LYS)

Reviewed on May. 15, 2011 by BarbieVA

This was very good. Will make again. But, like another review, I will mix the noodles in with the sauce. Will probably omit the bread crumbs, did not seem needed. And it was a bit dry, but still good.

Reviewed on Mar. 02, 2011 by nikidog

My poor husband has gone without tuna casserole for 16 years because I have never tried one I could stomach. This recipe, however, is awesome!! It's so rich and hearty, it's hard to believe it's relatively good for us too! Hubby took it to work for lunch the next day and had to share it with two other people because it was so yummy! Thanks again TOH!

Reviewed on Feb. 11, 2011 by renajk

This is so good! My son has dairy sensitivities and this is good with almond milk.

Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2009 by chaki

we enjoy this recipe better than the original

Reviewed on May. 21, 2009 by GoldenAng

This recipe is so awesome!!! I didn't use reduced fat, fat free or reduced sodium ingredients because I just don't like those products. But this is so creative, different and so yummy!!! Thanks for the recipe:)

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