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Low Carb Tuna and ' Rice' Casserole Recipe

Low Carb Tuna and ' Rice' Casserole Recipe

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Ingredients:

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20 oz fresh cauliflower, shredded, 1 small head
2 tbsp butter
1 stalk celery, diced
8 oz cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp instant minced onion
2 (6 oz) cans canned tuna, drained
4 oz mushrooms, drained

Directions:

Put cauliflower in a 2 1/2 quart casserole with a lid.
Add 3 tablespoons of water, cover and microwave on HIGH 8-10 minutes until just tender, stirring every couple minutes (do not overcook); stir in 1 tablespoon butter.
Meanwhile, sauté the celery in remaining tablespoon of butter until very tender.
In medium microwaveable bowl, mix 6 ounces of the cheese and cream.
Microwave a 2 minutes to melt the cheese; stir until well blended.
Whisk in mayonnaise, seasonings and dry onion.
Stir tuna and mushrooms into cauliflower; add cheese sauce and mix well.
Can be covered and chilled at this point and then baked later.
Cover and bake at 350ºF for 20 minutes; uncover, top with remaining cheese and bake another 10-15 minutes until bubbly; add an extra 5-10 minutes to first baking time if chilled.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	333.37 Kcal (1396 kJ)
Calories from fat	248.81 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	27.65g	43%
Cholesterol	69.12mg	23%
Sodium	755.68mg	31%
Potassium	448.66mg	10%
Total Carbs	6.99g	2%
Sugars	3.06g	12%
Dietary Fiber	2.55g	10%
Protein	14.94g	30%
Vitamin C	46.6mg	78%
Iron	0.9mg	5%
Calcium	309.9mg	31%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	169.41 Kcal (709 kJ)
Calories from fat	126.44 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	14.05g	43%
Cholesterol	35.12mg	23%
Sodium	384.01mg	31%
Potassium	228mg	10%
Total Carbs	3.55g	2%
Sugars	1.56g	12%
Dietary Fiber	1.3g	10%
Protein	7.59g	30%
Vitamin C	23.7mg	78%
Iron	0.4mg	5%
Calcium	157.5mg	31%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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