Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 2 cups white rice, uncooked
  • 1/2 medium white onion, diced
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 2/3 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen peas
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 (5 oz) cans tuna, drained
  • 1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  • Cook rice according to package directions. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Whisk in flour and garlic powder and cook 1 minute more.
  • Gradually add milk and cook until bubbly and thick. Stir in cheddar cheese and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Add rice, tuna, peas, cheese sauce, and sour cream to casserole dish and stir to combine.
  • Combine cracker crumbs with Parmesan cheese and sprinkle over the top of casserole.
  • Bake uncovered until bubbly, about 20 minutes. Broil on high until top is golden brown, if desired.
  • Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!