Tomato-Kissed Tuna Mac Casserole
Tomato-Kissed Tuna Mac Casserole blends tender elbow macaroni with rich tomato sauce, creamy cheeses, and flaky tuna for a comforting, tangy bite in every forkful. A buttery breadcrumb topping adds a crisp finish that contrasts the smooth, savory filling. It’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a cozy potluck dish everyone will recognize and love.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but still slightly firm, 8 minutes.
- 3
Drain.
- 4
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 5
Butter a 2 1/2-quart casserole dish.
- 6
Combine the macaroni, tomato sauce, tuna, cottage cheese, onion, cream cheese, sour cream, and salt in the prepared casserole dish.
- 7
Stir the bread crumbs and butter together in a bowl, then spread the mixture over the tuna mixture.
- 8
Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is cooked through and bubbling, 35 to 40 minutes.
- Calories 434.96 kcal High
- Protein 29.09 g Good Source
- Carbs 47.44 g Moderate
- Total Fat 14.46 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 7.74 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 52.78 mg Moderate
- Sodium 715.51 mg High
- Fiber 3.06 g Moderate
- Sugar 6.26 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.34 g Low Source
- Calcium 74.7 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.86 mg Moderate
- Potassium 516.68 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 102.59 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 4.09 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 1.31 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Fish 🐟
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅