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Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • 9x13 Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz egg noodles
  • 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  • Cook the egg noodles in a large pot of boiling water until just tender, then drain and set aside.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced onion until soft, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth.
  • Add the drained tuna, frozen peas, and shredded cheddar cheese to the skillet and stir to combine.
  • Fold the cooked noodles into the sauce mixture until everything is evenly coated.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
  • In a small bowl, toss the breadcrumbs with the melted butter, then sprinkle the mixture evenly over the top.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the topping is golden and the casserole is bubbling at the edges.

Notes

Cook the noodles just until al dente so they hold their shape after baking and do not turn mushy. For a make-ahead option, assemble the casserole without the breadcrumb topping, cover, and refrigerate up to one day ahead, then add the topping and bake when ready. Leftovers reheat best in a 350°F oven to keep the topping crisp rather than in the microwave.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Large Pot, Skillet, 9x13 Baking Dish, Mixing Bowl