Traditional Tuna Casserole
Creamy, comforting, and wonderfully nostalgic, this Traditional Tuna Casserole is a classic American dish that brings hearty flavors to the dinner table. Perfectly cooked egg noodles are combined with tender chunks of canned tuna, velvety cream of mushroom soup, and a splash of milk to create a creamy base, while frozen peas add a hint of sweetness and vibrant color. A topping of golden, buttered bread crumbs and gooey melted cheddar cheese takes this casserole to the next level, delivering delightful texture and rich flavor. Ready in just 40 minutes, this family-friendly recipe is easy to prepare and ideal for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings. With keywords like "classic tuna casserole recipe," "easy weeknight dinner ideas," and "comfort food with canned tuna," this dish is sure to become your go-to comfort food favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 2 5-oz cans canned tuna
- 2 10.5-oz cans cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 2 tbsp butter
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente, typically 6-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned tuna (drained), cream of mushroom soup, milk, frozen peas, shredded cheddar cheese (reserve 1/2 cup for topping), salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add the cooked egg noodles to the mixture and stir until everything is evenly combined.
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a little butter or cooking spray. Pour the tuna and noodle mixture into the prepared dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, melt the butter and mix it with the bread crumbs. Sprinkle the buttered bread crumbs and the reserved cheddar cheese over the casserole as a topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Allow the casserole to cool slightly for about 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.3 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.9 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 412 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 5717 mg | 249% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 240.1 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.1 g | ||
| Protein | 118.3 g | 237% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.2 mcg | 41% | |
| Calcium | 2237 mg | 172% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1904 mg | 41% | |
*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.
