Brings Back Memories Tuna Casserole
Take a trip down memory lane with this classic "Brings Back Memories Tuna Casserole," a comforting dish brimming with rich flavors and creamy nostalgia. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender egg noodles, flaky tuna, and a velvety sauce made from cream of mushroom soup and milk, perfectly complemented by sautéed onions, celery, and sweet peas. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and crunchy crushed potato chips, it bakes to golden perfection in just 25 minutes. Ideal for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings, this hearty, budget-friendly casserole serves six and pairs beautifully with a fresh green salad. Relive the magic of a family favorite that’s sure to warm hearts and satisfy cravings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 10.5 ounces canned condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 10 ounces canned tuna, drained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups potato chips, crushed
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cook the egg noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and diced celery, and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until softened.
Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 2 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked vegetables with the cream of mushroom soup, milk, drained tuna, 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add the cooked egg noodles to the mixture, and gently stir until everything is evenly combined.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top, followed by the crushed potato chips.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy this nostalgic and delicious meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 193.1 g | 248% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.1 g | 485% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 614 mg | 205% | |
| Sodium | 6875 mg | 299% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 220.3 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.0 g | ||
| Protein | 176.1 g | 352% | |
| Vitamin D | 21.9 mcg | 110% | |
| Calcium | 2185 mg | 168% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 3473 mg | 74% | |
*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.
