Crack In Good Tuna Mornay Recipe

This family-favourite Tuna Mornay recipe, originally from the 1991 Australian Women's Weekly, is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! Forget defrosting meat? No problem! This creamy, cheesy, tuna bake comes together quickly for a comforting and delicious dinner the whole family will adore. Get ready for perfectly browned topping and a rich, flavorful filling.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 779.4 kcal
Protein 95g
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Ingredients for Crack In Good Tuna Mornay

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How to Make Crack In Good Tuna Mornay

  1. Melt 50g butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in 50g flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and dry (about 1-2 minutes).
  3. Gradually whisk in 500ml milk and 1 crumbled vegetable stock cube. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce boils and thickens (about 2-3 minutes).
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 150g grated cheddar cheese, 200g canned tuna (drained), 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 100g frozen peas (thawed), and 1 finely chopped shallot.
  5. Gently whisk in 2 large eggs until combined.
  6. Pour the mixture into a greased ovenproof dish (approximately 20x20cm).
  7. Prepare topping (see below) and sprinkle evenly over the mornay.
  8. Bake in a preheated moderate oven (180°C/350°F) for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the mornay is bubbly and heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

44 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

111g

Carbs

17g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Crack In Good Tuna Mornay?

Crack In Good Tuna Mornay takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Crack In Good Tuna Mornay?

Crack In Good Tuna Mornay has approximately 779.4 calories per serving, with about 95 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 63 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Crack In Good Tuna Mornay?

The key ingredients for Crack In Good Tuna Mornay are Butter, Plain Flour, Milk, Chicken Stock Cube, Tasty Cheese, Tuna. See the full list with measurements above.

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