Sunday, April 22, 2007

Creamed Tuna Au Gratin with Fried Noodles

This recipe is from the Western Pacific Railroad. It was served in the dining car back in the hey-day of rail travel. It's a tasty alternative to the usual tuna casserole.


1/2 cup Chinese fried noodles
1 (6 1/2 oz.) can tuna, drained
1 cup white sauce
1/8 teaspoon salt
dash pepper
1/4 cup bread crumbs
2 Tablespoons Parmesan cheese
1/2 Tablespoon melted butter
dash paprika

Butter two individual au gratin dishes, and place fried noodles within. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine tuna, white sauce, salt, and pepper. Heat through. Pour over noodles; sprinkle bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese over top. Dot with butter; sprinkle with paprika. Bake at 375 degrees 20 to 25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Note: I usually double the recipe and place it in one casserole dish. It will take a bit longer to bake.

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