Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. small cut carbohydrate-controlled pasta
  • 1/2 bunch broccoli, cut into small florets (about 2 1/2 c.)
  • 1 large (12 oz.) can solid white tuna, packed in water or oil, drained and coarsely flaked
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 c. heavy cream
  • 1/2 c. water
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. Thicken Thin Not/Starch Thickener
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper

Method

  • Butter a shallow 2-quart baking dish; set aside.
  • Heat oven to 400°.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Transfer to a large bowl and set aside.
  • Cook broccoli in lightly salted boiling water 5 minutes, until crisp-tender.
  • Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Mix in with noodles.
  • Add tuna and toss gently.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 7 minutes.
  • Stir in the cream, water, thickener, salt and pepper; cook until mixture boils and thickens, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Pour sauce over noodle mixture and toss to combine.
  • Transfer to prepared baking dish.
  • Bake 20 to 30 minutes until top is nicely browned and casserole is bubbly.
  • Let cool slightly before serving.