Tuna With Calico Corn Muffins Recipe

Blast from the past! This vintage-inspired Tuna with Calico Corn Muffins Casserole recipe, adapted from a 1965 Betty Crocker cookbook, offers a unique and delicious twist on classic tuna casserole. Get ready for a comforting, cheesy, and surprisingly flavorful meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a retro-themed party. This recipe is easy to follow and features a homemade calico cornbread topping that adds a delightful crunch and sweetness.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 294.6 kcal
Protein 34g
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Ingredients for Tuna With Calico Corn Muffins

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How to Make Tuna With Calico Corn Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook 1 pound of broccoli florets in boiling water for 5 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
  3. Drain the broccoli thoroughly and arrange in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. Drain 2 (5 ounce) cans of tuna, reserving 2 tablespoons of tuna juice.
  5. Spread the drained tuna evenly over the broccoli in the baking dish.
  6. In a medium bowl, combine 1 box (8.5 ounces) Jiffy corn muffin mix, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon sage, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, 1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper, and 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper.
  7. Add 1 cup milk and 1 large egg to the cornbread mixture. Stir until just combined, do not overmix.
  8. In a small saucepan, heat 1 (10.75 ounce) can of condensed cream of mushroom soup until boiling. Stir in the reserved 2 tablespoons of tuna juice.
  9. Pour the hot soup evenly over the tuna in the baking dish.
  10. Drop spoonfuls of the cornbread batter over the hot soup, leaving some space between each spoonful.
  11. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly and heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

44 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

15g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tuna With Calico Corn Muffins?

Tuna With Calico Corn Muffins takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tuna With Calico Corn Muffins?

Tuna With Calico Corn Muffins has approximately 294.6 calories per serving, with about 34 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tuna With Calico Corn Muffins?

The key ingredients for Tuna With Calico Corn Muffins are Frozen Broccoli Spears, Tuna, Cornbread Mix, Milk, Egg, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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