Tasty Tuna Casserole

A modern and semi-healthy approach to the traditional favorite.

• Ready In: 47 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 5  ounces fat free cream cheese
• 1 (10 1/2ounce) can  98% fat-free cream of chicken soup
• 1  small red bell pepper (diced)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon seasoning salt (I use Old Bay.)
• 2 (7 ounce) cans tuna in water
• 8  ounces  shell noodles
• 8  ounces  frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots and green beans)
• 4  ounces Kraft Healthy Favorites Fat Free Cheddar (shredded)
• 5  ounces seasoned croutons
•  butter-flavored cooking spray

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Boil noodles per package instructions.
3. Place first seven ingredients in blender and blend until creamy (while noodles are boiling.).
4. Drain noodles and combine with sauce mixture.
5. Stir in tuna, veggies, and cheese.
6. Place in covered casserole and bake for 25 minutes.
7. Coat croutons lightly with butter spray.
8. Uncover casserole and add croutons to the top.
9. Bake an additional 5-10 minutes. (The croutons should be golden brown.).
10. Remove from oven and let stand for five minutes.
11. Serve and enjoy.