Ingredients

  • 6 ounces NO YOLKS(R) Extra Broad Noodles
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 2 ribs celery, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 quart vegetable broth
  • Dash Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • 1 (8 ounce) package light cream cheese, softened
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • Fresh ground black pepper to taste (optional)
  • Topping:
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Method

  • Combine topping ingredients and set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Add olive oil to a 7-quart stock pot, and saute mushrooms, celery, onions and garlic powder for 3-4 minutes over medium heat. Add broth, Worcestershire sauce and thyme sprig and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Add cream cheese and noodles, stirring until creamy and smooth. Sprinkle flour over top of mixture. Stir and cook for 2 minutes, or until mixture begins to thicken. Fold in tuna and peas. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour into a 3-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle on Cheddar cheese and topping mixture. Bake uncovered 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand 10 minutes.