Description
Tuna Noodle Casserole is a comforting dish that combines creamy sauce, tender pasta, and savory tuna, topped with a crispy breadcrumb layer.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in oil or water, drained and flaked
- 8 oz egg noodles (or any pasta you prefer)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken soup)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional, for added veggies)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a cheese blend)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (Panko works best for crunch)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish or spray it with cooking spray.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions (usually 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, mayonnaise, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until well combined. Add the cooked pasta and frozen peas, then fold in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Transfer the tuna and pasta mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with melted butter. Stir until evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the casserole, then top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta and a gluten-free cream soup.Feel free to add sautéed mushrooms, diced carrots, or broccoli for added veggies.For a spicy version, add red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeño to the mixture.If preparing ahead of time, store the casserole in the fridge before baking and bake as directed when ready.Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
