Apple Tuna Pasta Casserole
Discover a delightful twist on classic comfort food with this Apple Tuna Pasta Casserole, a unique fusion of savory and subtly sweet flavors that’s sure to impress! This hearty dish combines tender macaroni, flaky tuna, and crisp bites of fresh apple, all bound together in a creamy mushroom sauce and topped with a golden breadcrumb crust and melted cheddar cheese. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s an easy and comforting weeknight dinner perfect for feeding the whole family. Whether you're looking for a creative way to use pantry staples or a new go-to casserole recipe, this one delivers wholesome goodness in every bite. Serve it hot with a simple side salad or crusty bread for a satisfying, well-rounded meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups macaroni pasta
- 2 cans canned tuna
- 1 large apple
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups cheddar cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
Cook the macaroni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, core and dice the apple into small bite-sized pieces. Set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, diced apple, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Add the cooked pasta and 1.5 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese into the tuna mixture. Stir until evenly mixed.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out into an even layer.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the breadcrumbs until fully coated.
Spread the buttered breadcrumbs evenly over the casserole. Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of cheddar cheese on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Apple Tuna Pasta Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
631 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.6 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 1044 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 404 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
