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Tuna Stuffed Shells

Contributed By: DCC
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This puts all other tuna casseroles to shame!

Ingredients

12 Uncooked jumbo shell macaroni
1 can (6-1/2 oz) tuna, drained, flaked
2/3 cup Ricotta cheese
1 Egg, well beaten
1/2 cup Seafood cocktail sauce
1/3 cup Chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup Sliced green onions
1/4 cup Finely chopped celery
2 tbsp Dry bread crumbs
2 tbsp Grated Parmesan cheese
1/8 tsp Hot pepper sauce (or more to taste)
2 tbsp Water
1/2 cup (2 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese(reduced-fat cheese)

Preparation

Cook shells according to package directions; drain. Combine tuna, ricotta cheese, egg, 1/2 cup cocktail sauce, vegetables, bread crumbs, Parmesan and hot pepper sauce; stuff into shells. Arrange shells in 1-1/2-qt baking dish. Add water to dish; cover tightly with foil. Bake in 375 deg oven for 35 minutes. Top with mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered, 2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes. Serve with additional cocktail sauce.

Cook's Notes

To create a more healthy version use lowfat, low-sodium cheese.

Nutrient Information

Calories431
Total Fat8.9g
Saturated Fat4.6g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.9g
Carbohydrates56 g
Protein30.8g
Calcium271 mg
Sodium742mg
Fiber2g

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 1 hour
Ingredients: Fish
Actual Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: American
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium
Meal Type: Entree