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A bubbling dish of classic tuna noodle casserole with a golden-brown topping.

Proven way to grow your Tuna Noodle Casserole 3 times betterTuna Noodle Casserole

This recipe takes the classic tuna noodle casserole to the next level with a richer, creamier sauce and a perfectly golden, crunchy topping. It's a comforting meal that's easy to make and sure to please the whole family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz egg noodles cooked and drained
  • 12 oz canned tuna drained
  • 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup condensed
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 0.5 cup bread crumbs
Seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • large bowl
  • small bowl
  • saucepan (for noodles)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the egg noodles according to package directions, then drain them well and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles, drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, frozen peas, 3/4 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper.
Baking
  1. Pour the noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter and bread crumbs, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
  3. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the bread crumb topping.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
Serving
  1. Remove from the oven and let it stand for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.

Notes

For an extra boost of flavor, consider adding a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the noodle mixture. You can also customize the vegetables by adding corn or diced carrots. Ensure the noodles are not overcooked before mixing to prevent a mushy texture in the final casserole. This casserole is excellent for meal prepping and can be easily reheated.