Quick Tuna Tortellini Gratin Recipes

TUNA TORTELLINI GRATIN

Steps:

• Cook tortellini to desired doneness as directed on package, adding broccoli during last 4 minutes of cooking time. Drain; return to saucepan.
• Add Alfredo sauce and tuna; mix well. Cook and stir over medium heat until thoroughly heated. Spoon into ungreased shallow 1-quart casserole or gratin dish. In small bowl, combine butter and crumbs; mix well. Sprinkle over top.
• Broil 4 to 6 inches from heat for 1 to 2 minutes or until topping is golden brown.

TUNA AND TORTELLINI

Steps:

• Cook the pasta in boiling, salted water, with about 1 tbs olive oil. for 3-5 minutes - until the tortellini floats to the surface. Do not overcook.
• Microwave the broccoli for about 3-4 minutes - till warm, but not soft.
• Drain pasta.
• Meanwhile, unceremoniously dump the canned tuna (with oil) into the pot.
• Add pesto, olive oil, garlic powder and salt if desired.
• Toss together, then add drained pasta and broccoli.
• Toss all together, gently, until mixed.
• Top each serving with freshly grated cheese, and a sprig of fresh basil, if you are lucky enough to have some handy.
• Enjoy.

TUNA TORTELLINI CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Cook the tortellini in boiling water for about 11 minutes, or according to package directions.
• Turn out into colander and let drain.
• While the tortellini is draining, combine the tuna, soup, mushrooms and 1 cup of the cheese in the tortellini pot.
• Add the drained tortellini and the frozen peas; mix lightly to coat.
• Spoon mixture into an 8X8 square baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
• Sprinkle crushed chips over casserole.
• Bake in 350 degree oven for 25-30 minutes.
• Serve with crusty dinner rolls and a green salad for a complete meal!

TUNA TORTELLINI CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Fill a large pot with 4 quarts water and put on high heat to boil.
• Chop onion and celery and saute in a little oil or spray. (Note: Feel free to add mushrooms or peppers, I can barely get away with celery with my family's tastes).
• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• Add tortellini to water and cook per package directions - you can undercook a little.
• In a 2 quart casserole, mix tuna, soup, and milk.
• Add celery and onion mixture to casserole.
• Drain tortellini and add to casserole. Add cheese and fold in with tuna mixture.
• Sprinkle with crushed potato chips, bread crumbs, etc., if you desire.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes.

TORTELLINI-TUNA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook tortellini to desired doneness as directed on package, adding carrots during last minute of cooking time. Drain; rinse with cold water. Drain well.
• Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine all remaining ingredients.
• Add cooked tortellini and carrots; mix well. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving time.