Tuna Mornay with bechamel sauce and parmesan Cheese

Updated at: Wed, 01 May 2024 07:10:49 GMT

Step 1

Instructions:

Step 2

Preheat the Oven:

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish and set it aside.

Step 4

Prepare the Béchamel Sauce:

Step 5

In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 6

Once melted, add the flour and whisk continuously for about 1-2 minutes to form a roux.

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Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps.

Step 8

Cook the sauce until it thickens, usually about 5-7 minutes.

Step 9

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it's fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 10

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.

Step 11

Assemble the Tuna Mornay:

Step 12

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cooked pasta, and thawed peas.

Step 13

Pour the prepared béchamel sauce over the tuna mixture and gently fold everything together until well combined.

Step 14

If desired, add the grated cheddar cheese to the mixture for extra cheesiness.

Step 15

Bake:

Step 16

Transfer the tuna mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Step 17

Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top, if using, for a crunchy texture.

Step 18

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbly.

Step 19

Serve:

Step 20

Once baked, let it cool slightly before serving to avoid burning your mouth.

Step 21

Serve the Tuna Mornay hot, garnished with some extra grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Step 22

Enjoy your creamy and cheesy Tuna Mornay!

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