Tuna a la King

This is a very simple and quick-cooking sauce that can be served over noodles, baked potatoes, or rice for lunch or light supper.

2 TBS butter

2 TBS flour

1⁄2 tsp dried thyme or marjoram

1 can (13 ounces) evaporated milk

2 cans (61⁄2 ounces each) solid

tuna, drained and flaked

1 cup frozen peas or mixed vegetables, thawed and drained

salt and pepper

juice from 1⁄2 lemon

2 TBS chopped parsley

• In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
• Whisk in flour and thyme or marjoram, stirring for 2 minutes.
• Whisk in gradually the evaporated milk, stirring until slightly thickened Add tuna, peas, and salt and pepper to taste.
• Cook for 5–7 minutes or until piping hot. Stir in lemon juice.
• Garnish with parsley.