Description
Comfort meets nostalgia in this classic tuna casserole, blending creamy textures with hearty pasta and flaky fish. Crispy breadcrumb topping and rich cheese create a satisfying meal that connects generations around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 300 g (10.5 ounces) egg noodles
- 1 can (400 g / 14 ounces) tuna in water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (300 g / 10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup frozen peas
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Seasoning and Finishing:
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 180C (350F), ensuring a perfectly warmed environment for baking the casserole.
- Boil egg noodles in a large pot until they reach al dente consistency, then drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Create a flavorful mixture by combining drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, diced onions, and green peas in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Incorporate half of the cheddar cheese into the mixture, stirring gently to distribute ingredients evenly, and season with salt and pepper to enhance the taste profile.
- Fold the cooked noodles into the tuna mixture, ensuring each strand is well-coated with the creamy sauce.
- Transfer the combined ingredients to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading the mixture to create an even layer.
- Melt butter and combine with breadcrumbs to create a crispy topping mixture.
- Sprinkle the buttered breadcrumbs across the casserole surface, then generously scatter the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the top turns golden brown and the edges become bubbly.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 3-5 minutes after removing from the oven, which helps the ingredients settle and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Choose low-sodium cream of mushroom soup to reduce salt intake and make the dish healthier.
- Swap regular egg noodles with whole wheat or gluten-free noodles for dietary alternatives.
- Add extra vegetables like diced carrots or spinach to boost nutritional value and create more depth of flavor.
- Replace cheddar cheese with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free, vegan-friendly version of the casserole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg