There was one dish, however, that I loved. Tuna potato chip casserole. I don’t know if it was the potato chips or
the Cream of Mushroom soup, but this simple, yet tasty dish, just soothed my
soul. To this day, it is the ultimate comfort
food.
Mom’s tuna potato
chip casserole
1
large can tuna
1
can Cream of Mushroom soup
1
c. mushrooms, cleaned and thinly sliced
1
c. peas
1
c. corn
Medium
onion, diced
Optional: Chopped artichokes, broccoli, or cauliflower
1
tsp. minced garlic
1
tsp. onion powder
1
tsp. dried thyme.
½
tsp. dry chili flakes
1/8
tsp. ground black pepper
½
cup white wine
Medium
sized bag ridged potato chip
Optional: Pasta or egg noodles
In bowl, blend all ingredients except for the potato
chips. Line a greased casserole dish
with whole potato chips, covering the bottom as well as the sides. (A round, high sided casserole dish works
best.) Spoon in half of the tuna
mixture, making sure the chips remain against the sides of the casserole
dish. Layer potato chips on top. Spoon in the rest of the tuna mixture. Crush a handful of potato chips and spread on
top. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for
up to one hour, until top is lightly browned and the casserole is bubbling.
Mom’s tuna potato
chip casserole, deconstructed
1
large can tuna
>Fat alert: Tuna is often canned in oil, resulting in a high fat content. If this is a concern, try tuna canned in water. In the alternative, bake or poach a tuna fillet and flake it for use in the casserole.
>Ingredient alert: Any canned or fresh fish or meat may be used in this recipe. For a change, try salmon, crab meat, or chicken.
1
can Cream of Mushroom soup
>Fat alert: Cream of Mushroom soup can be high in fat. It can be replaced with a low-fat or fat-free variety, or a prepared fat-free chicken mushroom gravy. In the alternative, a homemade Cream of Mushroom soup may be used.
>Health alert: Cream of mushroom soup can also have a high salt content. If salt is a concern, look for a low-sodium variety or use a homemade version, where the salt can be controlled.
>Health alert: When fat is removed from a product, food manufacturers often increase the sugar or salt content. Read the labels of the soup or prepared gravy carefully to determine whether the salt or sugar content is acceptable.
>Health alert: Some varieties of Cream of Mushroom soup or prepared gravy are packed with a wide variety of allergens, including MSG and gluten. Read the labels carefully. The best alternative may be to make your own!
1
c. mushrooms, cleaned and thinly sliced
1
c. peas
1
c. corn
>Health alert: Some diets prohibit corn. In this recipe, it may be eliminated.
Medium
onion, diced
Optional: Chopped artichokes, broccoli, or cauliflower
1
tsp. minced garlic
1
tsp. minced garlic
1
tsp. onion powder
1
tsp. dried thyme
½
tsp. dry chili flakes
1/8
tsp. ground black pepper
½
cup white wine
>Health alert: Wine can contain a high level of sugar. If sugar is a dietary concern, milk, vegetable broth, or water may be used.
Medium
sized bag ridged potato chips
>Fat alert: Depending on how they are prepared, potato chips can be high in fat. If fat is a concern, any type of the baked or dried chip may be used. Check the labels carefully.
>Health alert: Certain diets prohibit potatoes. If potatoes are a dietary concern, any type of crispy vegetable chip may be used.
>Health alert: Potato chips can be high in salt. If this presents a dietary concern, use unsalted chips.
>Ingredient alert: The salt in potato chips contributes to the overall flavor of tuna casserole. If unsalted chips are used, the seasonings may need to be adjusted.
Optional: Pasta or egg noodles
(Follow
the instructions above.)
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