As I stood in my kitchen, pondering what to make for dinner one evening, I stumbled upon a recipe that would soon become a family favorite: Seven Seas Casserole.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2:
In a mixing bowl, combine the condensed cream of celery soup, water, finely chopped onion, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well to ensure all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Step 3:
Add the White Rice, frozen green peas, and flaked tuna to the bowl. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
Step 4:
Pour the mixture into the greased casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
Step 5:
Sprinkle paprika over the top of the casserole for added color and flavor.
Step 6:
Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Step 7:
Remove the foil and sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 8:
Once the casserole is cooked through and the cheese is golden brown, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
– For added depth of flavor, sauté the onions in a bit of olive oil before adding them to the casserole mixture.– Experiment with different types of cheese, such as Gruyère or Parmesan, to change up the flavor profile of the dish.– To make this dish more hearty, consider adding cooked chicken or shrimp to the casserole mixture.– If you prefer a bit of heat, sprinkle some red pepper flakes over the casserole before baking.– To make this dish vegetarian-friendly, simply omit the tuna and add extra veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms.