Ingredients for Apple Tuna Pasta Casserole
- 8 ounces Macaroni
- 8 tablespoons Butter
- 1/4 cup All Purpose Flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 2 (6 ounce) cans Tuna In Water, drained
- 2 medium Tart Apples, diced
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
- 3/4 teaspoon Salt
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How to Make Apple Tuna Pasta Casserole
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt 6 tablespoons of butter over low heat.
- Whisk in 1/4 cup of flour and 3/4 teaspoon of salt until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and bubbles (about 2-3 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Stir in the drained tuna, diced apples, and cooked macaroni.
- Pour the macaroni mixture into a greased 12x7x2 inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of melted butter and 1/2 cup of bread crumbs.
- Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the apples are tender and slightly browned.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
368 g
Sugar
275g
Fat
732g
Carbs
107g
