Tuna Casserole Plain and Simple
Satisfy your craving for comfort food with this Tuna Casserole Plain and Simple recipe, a timeless classic that brings hearty flavors to your dinner table with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy tuna casserole features tender egg noodles tossed with flaky canned tuna, creamy mushroom soup, melty cheddar cheese, and vibrant peas—all brought together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Finished with a buttery breadcrumb topping, every bite offers the perfect balance of rich, creamy, and crunchy textures. With a bake time of just 30 minutes, this family favorite serves up a warm, satisfying meal for six, straight from the oven. Perfect for lovers of simple casseroles, this dish is an essential go-to for an easy yet comforting dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz dry egg noodles
- 10 oz canned tuna, drained
- 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, shredded cheddar cheese, frozen peas, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add the cooked egg noodles to the mixing bowl and gently toss until the noodles are evenly coated with the tuna mixture.
Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and melted butter. Stir until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the buttered breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.
Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3595 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.5 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.2 g | 376% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 718 mg | 239% | |
| Sodium | 6772 mg | 294% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 389.0 g | 141% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.2 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.6 g | ||
| Protein | 216.2 g | 432% | |
| Vitamin D | 24.1 mcg | 121% | |
| Calcium | 2322 mg | 179% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 2396 mg | 51% | |
*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.
