INGREDIENTS: 6 ounces uncooked no-yolk whole wheategg noodles, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 cup finely chopped onion, 1 cup thinly sliced celery, 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 cups 1% low-fat milk, 1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed; 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon rind, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon dry mustard (such as Colman’s), 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 2 (5-ounce) can solid white albacore tuna packed in water, drained and broken into chunks, 1/4 cup whole-wheat panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), 1.5 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated (about 1/3 cup)

EQUIPMENT:
Electric skillet and baking pan OR large ovenproof skillet, measuring spoons and cups, Vegetable chopper, Can opener, Colander, Lemon squeezer, Grater for lemon peel, Scissors

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat broiler to low. Fill a large saucepan with water; bring to a boil. Add noodles; cook 3 minutes or until al dente. Drain.

Heat electric skillet OR 10-inch ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add oil and butter; swirl until butter melts. Add onion and celery; sauté 6 minutes or until tender. Sprinkle flour over pan; cook 45 seconds. Add milk, stirring constantly. Stir in peas and next 7 ingredients (through tuna).

IF USING OVEN-PROOF SKILLET: Remove pan from heat; gently stir in noodles. Sprinkle breadcrumbs and cheese over top. Broil 2 minutes or until topping is lightly browned.

IF USING ELECTRIC SKILLET: Remove pan from heat; gently stir in noodles. Transfer mixture into greased baking dish. Sprinkle breadcrumbs and cheese over top. Broil 2 minutes or until topping is lightly browned.

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Our Healthy Options class meets once weekly as part of the Health & Wellness Program with the goal of teaching our students safe ways of finding their way around a kitchen, along with learning and trying healthier food choices. Find out more about our programs by emailing our Program Manager, Linda Groszew at lgroszew@vlanj.org.

Have you or a friend or loved one lost a significant amount of eye sight? Would you like to connect with others who have gone through similar life experiences and learn skills for maintaining your independence? Reach out to Linda Groszew, our Program Director, by emailing her at lgroszew@vlanj.org or by calling 973-627-0055 ext. 1312.

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