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Salmon Pasta Casserole

Name: Salmon Pasta Casserole
Prep time: 30

(33 votes, average: 3.76 out of 5)

30 min prep

6 servings

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10 ingredients

Ideal for any event, this Salmon Pasta Casserole is a great crowd pleaser. Classically delicious, the salmon adds a delightful twist of flavor, not to mention a nice boost of protein and surprising source...

1 pound whole wheat penne pasta
4 tablespoons butter
½ cup minced onion
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups low-fat milk
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Salt to taste
8 ounces canned salmon, drained, flaked, skin and bones removed
1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

540 cals

Fat

19 g

Saturated Fat

10 g

Polyunsaturated Fat

2 g

Monounsaturated Fat

5 g

Carbohydrates

65 g

Sugar

7 g

Fiber

3 g

Protein

27 g

Sodium

578 mg

Directions

Cook pasta until just al dente according to package instructions.
To make the sauce, melt the butter in a medium saucepot. Add the onion and sauté until transparent. Add the flour, and stir until combined. Cook for one minute or until the flour turns a light brown.
Slowly stir in the milk. Cook, stirring constantly, until smooth and thick. The mixture should coat the back of a wooden spoon. Add lemon juice, parsley and season with salt.
Spoon pasta into a greased casserole dish. Spread the salmon evenly over the top. Pour on third of the sauce over the pasta and salmon. Sprinkle 3/4 cup of cheese over it. Pour the rest of the sauce over it, and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
Bake at 375°F for 25 minutes, or until hot and lightly browned.

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