Posted on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 in
Seafood Recipes
A rich and hearty cheesy baked tuna and potatoes recipe, packed with crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and baked to golden perfection for the ultimate meal.
| Preparation time | 15 min |
| Cooking Time | 45 min |
| Ready In | 1 h |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
| Servings | 4 Servings |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
| Calories | 520 kcal |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Protein | 38 g |
Ingredients
4 medium potatoes (1.5 lbs / 700g)3 cans of tuna (5 oz / 140g each)2 medium onions3.5 oz (100g) thick-cut bacon strips3 sprigs of parsley6 pitted and sliced olivesA handful of shredded mozzarella (½ cup / 50g)6 eggsOlive oil, as neededSalt and black pepper, to taste
Preparation
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
- Peel and slice the potatoes into thin rounds, then cook them until tender (about 10 minutes).
- Meanwhile, heat a frying pan with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Sauté the onions (thinly sliced into half-moons) and bacon strips until golden and fragrant.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Drain the potatoes and spread them evenly in a baking dish.
- Mix the drained tuna and chopped parsley into the bacon and onion mixture.
- Remove from heat and spread it evenly over the potatoes.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt and black pepper, and pour the mixture over the potatoes and tuna.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and the sliced olives on top.
- Bake for about 30 minutes.
Note:
For a golden, crispy top, turn on the broiler for the last few minutes.
Recipe &Photo Credit: As Receitas la de Casa
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