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Tuna & Rice Casserole




Source of Recipe


Carnation


Recipe Introduction


This one-dish meal simmers in the oven with little attention from you so you have more time to spend with your family. Serve with a mixed green salad and a tall glass of ice-cold Nestea


List of Ingredients




2 cups cooked rice
2 cups (8 oz.) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 1/2 cups tuna
1 can (12 fl. oz.) CARNATION Evaporated Milk
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1 tablespoon ORTEGA Diced Jalapeños


Recipe



PREHEAT oven to 350° F. Lightly grease 2-quart casserole.

COMBINE rice, cheese, tuna, evaporated milk, onion, eggs, cilantro, butter and jalapeños in prepared casserole; stir well.

BAKE for 45 to 50 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Season with salt.

FOR FREEZE AHEAD:
PREPARE as above; do not bake. Cover; freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator. Uncover.

PREHEAT oven to 350° F.

BAKE for 60 to 70 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Season with salt.