Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 tbsp

butter

melted

6 tbsp

all-purpose flour

3 cup

milk

1 tsp

salt

1 pinch

pepper

ground

12 unit

tuna

drained

1 unit

onion

chopped and sauteed

0.5 cup

cheddar cheese

shredded

11 unit

refrigerated buttermilk biscuits

Step 1
~5 min

Melt butter in a saucepan over low/medium to medium heat.

Step 2
~5 min

Add flour and stir for 1-2 minutes until the mixture bubbles.

Step 3
~5 min

Gradually add milk, stirring constantly.

Step 4
~5 min

Continue to stir as the sauce heats up, thickens, and reaches a slow boil.

Step 5
~5 min

Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.

Step 6
~5 min

Combine the white sauce, tuna, and softened onion in a bowl.

Step 7
~5 min

Spoon the mixture into a lightly greased two-quart casserole or baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~5 min

Top with shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 9
~5 min

Arrange biscuits on top of the cheese.

Step 10
~5 min

Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) for 40 minutes, or until biscuits are golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add some chopped celery for added texture.

Use different types of cheese for a more complex flavor.

For a crisper top, broil the biscuits for the last few minutes of baking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can prepare the sauce and tuna mixture ahead of time. Add cheese and biscuits just before baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad or steamed vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Steamed broccoli

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Classic American comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Potlucks
Family Dinners

Occasion Tags

family dinner
weeknight meal
potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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