Description
This Old-Fashioned Tuna Noodle Casserole is a comforting and satisfying dish that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner. Creamy and flavorful, it combines tender egg noodles, flaked tuna, peas, and a cheesy topping for a classic meal that’s sure to please.
Ingredients
Egg Noodles:
12 oz;
Tuna in Water:
2 cans (5 oz each), drained and flaked;
Cream of Mushroom Soup:
1 can (10.5 oz);
Sour Cream or Mayonnaise:
1/2 cup;
Milk:
1/2 cup;
Frozen Peas:
1 cup, thawed;
Shredded Cheddar Cheese:
1 cup;
Garlic Powder:
1/2 teaspoon;
Onion Powder:
1/2 teaspoon;
Salt and Black Pepper:
to taste;
Crushed Butter Crackers or Breadcrumbs:
1/2 cup;
Butter:
2 tablespoons, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook noodles: Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add tuna, peas, and cooked noodles. Fold in cheddar cheese.
- Transfer to dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread evenly.
- Add topping: Mix crushed crackers or breadcrumbs with melted butter, then sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until hot and bubbly with a golden topping.
- Rest and serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can add sautéed mushrooms or chopped celery for more texture.
- Swap cheddar for Swiss or Monterey Jack for a different flavor.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge and reheat nicely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
