Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. pkg. pasta (elbow, medium shell, nuggets or choice)
  • 1 (10 3/4 oz.) can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 c. low-fat milk
  • 1 (3 oz.) pkg. light cream cheese
  • 1 c. low-fat shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz.)
  • 1 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz.)
  • 1 (4 oz.) can mushroom pieces, drained
  • 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen peas and carrots
  • 1 (6 1/8 oz.) can light tuna in water
  • 1 (2.8 oz.) can French fried onions (1 1/2 c.)
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper

Method

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.
  • Heat soup, milk, mushroom pieces and cheeses together.
  • Stir until cheeses are melted.
  • Combine pasta, cheese sauce, vegetables, tuna and 1 cup French fried onions and seasonings.
  • Pour into a 2-quart baking dish.
  • Bake, covered, in a 350° oven for 25 minutes or heated.
  • Top with onions and bake, uncovered, for 5 minutes longer or until onions are golden brown.
  • Makes 4 to 6 servings.