Macaroni Tuna Casserole
Comfort food meets simplicity with this classic Macaroni Tuna Casserole, a family-friendly dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Featuring tender elbow macaroni, protein-rich canned tuna, and creamy mushroom soup, this hearty casserole is elevated with the addition of sweet peas, savory sautéed onions, and a blend of gooey melted cheddar cheese. Topped with a buttery breadcrumb crust that bakes to golden perfection, each bite delivers a satisfying blend of textures and flavors. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, this recipe offers nostalgic charm for dinners and leftovers alike. Serve it piping hot alongside a crisp green salad or your favorite garlic bread for a meal that's as comforting as it is delicious. Keywords: Macaroni Tuna Casserole, easy casserole recipe, creamy tuna pasta bake, family dinner ideas, classic comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cans canned tuna in water, drained
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- as needed cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese, peas, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly mixed.
Add the cooked macaroni to the bowl with the tuna mixture and stir to coat the pasta evenly.
Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out into an even layer.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the cheese layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2883 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.5 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.5 g | 352% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 356 mg | 119% | |
| Sodium | 5699 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 312.2 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.0 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.1 g | ||
| Protein | 142.0 g | 284% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.5 mcg | 38% | |
| Calcium | 2257 mg | 174% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 1750 mg | 37% | |
*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.
