Description
This old-fashioned tuna noodle casserole is a comforting classic that combines tender egg noodles, savory tuna, creamy mushroom sauce, and a crispy, golden topping. Perfect for busy weeknights or a nostalgic family meal, this dish is easy to make and sure to please everyone at the table. With customizable ingredients and simple preparation, it’s a versatile favorite you’ll keep coming back to.
Ingredients
Core Ingredients:
- 🟢 12 oz egg noodles
- 🟢 2 cans (5 oz each) solid albacore tuna, drained
- 🟢 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 🟢 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 🟢 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 🟢 1 cup milk
- 🟢 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 🟢 1/4 cup sour cream
- 🟢 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 🟢 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 🟢 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 🟢 1 cup crushed potato chips or breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
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Cook the Noodles:
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the egg noodles and cook until al dente (6-7 minutes). Drain and set aside.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Stir until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Fold the cooked noodles, tuna, peas, onion, and shredded cheddar cheese into the sauce mixture until evenly coated.
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Assemble the Casserole:
- Spread the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Top with crushed potato chips or breadcrumbs.
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Bake the Casserole:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
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Cool and Serve:
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a flavor twist, try using cream of celery or cream of chicken soup.
- Add sautéed mushrooms, diced bell peppers, or carrots for extra texture and nutrition.
- Gluten-free noodles and cream of mushroom soup can be substituted for a gluten-free version.
- Freeze the assembled casserole (before baking) for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
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