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Tuna Almondine

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This comforting Tuna Almondine is a classic mid-century comfort food that balances creamy richness with nutty crunch. The base features a smooth, homemade cheese sauce infused with lemon and a hint of hot sauce, layered over crisp, buttery hash browns. Tender light tuna provides a savory protein punch, while toasted almonds add texture and flavor depth. Its an excellent choice for busy weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings where crowd-pleasing, hearty dishes are appreciated. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this dish offers a satisfying combination of hot, cold, creamy, and crunchy elements in every bite.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 719.3
Description
This comforting Tuna Almondine is a classic mid-century comfort food that balances creamy richness with nutty crunch. The base features a smooth, homemade cheese sauce infused with lemon and a hint of hot sauce, layered over crisp, buttery hash browns. Tender light tuna provides a savory protein punch, while toasted almonds add texture and flavor depth. Its an excellent choice for busy weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings where crowd-pleasing, hearty dishes are appreciated. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this dish offers a satisfying combination of hot, cold, creamy, and crunchy elements in every bite.
Ingredients
  • 5 tablespoons BUTTER OR MARGARINE
  • 2 cups FROZEN HASH BROWNS
  • 1/4 teaspoons SALT
  • 1/8 teaspoons PEPPER
  • 1/3 cups SLICED ALMONDS
  • 2 tablespoons FLOUR
  • 1 cups MILK
  • 1/2 cups SHREDDED CHEDDAR CHEESE
  • 2 teaspoons LEMON JUICE
  • 4 DROPS HOT SAUCE
  • 6 1/2 oz LIGHT TUNA, DRAINED
  • 1/2 teaspoons PAPRIKA
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350F (175C).
  2. 2
    Place 2 tablespoons of butter in a 1-quart casserole dish and melt in the preheated oven.
  3. 3
    Tilt the dish to coat the sides and bottom with melted butter, then stir in the frozen hash browns.
  4. 4
    Sprinkle hash browns with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper, then bake for 15 minutes.
  5. 5
    While potatoes bake, brown sliced almonds in 1 tablespoon of butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  6. 6
    Remove half of the toasted almonds and set aside for garnish.
  7. 7
    Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the saucepan with the remaining almonds.
  8. 8
    Melt the butter, then stir in flour to create a smooth roux.
  9. 9
    Gradually add milk, cooking and stirring frequently until the mixture boils and thickens.
  10. 10
    Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese, lemon juice, season salt, hot sauce, and paprika until blended.
  11. 11
    Layer the drained tuna over the baked hash browns in the casserole dish.
  12. 12
    Pour the cheese sauce over the tuna, then sprinkle with the reserved toasted almonds.
  13. 13
    Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until heated through and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 719.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 43.9g68%
Saturated Fat 14.1g71%
Cholesterol 103.4mg35%
Sodium 4744.9mg198%
Total Carbohydrate 16.4g6%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g16%
Sugars 4.8g
Protein 60.6g122%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: tuna, almondine, casserole, hash browns, cheddar, cream sauce, baked, comfort food, easy dinner, weeknight meal, potluck, almonds, lemon, hot sauce, family friendly, quick meal, savory, crunchy topping
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