Zesty Italian Tuna Casserole

By á-39535

Stewed tomatoes give zest to this Italian tuna casserole covered in melted mozzarella cheese and loaded with tuna and mushrooms.

Ingredients

• 1 can or 2 packages chunk tuna
• 2/3 cup small or thin pasta
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
• 2 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1 can stewed tomatoes
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons mozzarella cheese, divided
• Red pepper flakes, to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook pasta to package directions and drain.

Heat olive oil in small skillet. Sauté onions and garlic for about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and sauté an additional 3 to 4 minutes until softened.

Mix in tuna, tomatoes, red peppers, pasta and 1/4 cup of cheese. Spoon into small baking dish and bake for 10 minutes.

Sprinkle with additional cheese and return to oven for another 5 minutes to melt cheese.