Tuna Noodle Junk
Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with "Tuna Noodle Junk," a creamy, cheesy casserole that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. This irresistibly hearty dish combines tender egg noodles, flaky canned tuna, and a velvety cream of mushroom sauce, all elevated by bursts of sweetness from frozen peas and a touch of aromatic garlic. Topped with a golden, buttery panko breadcrumb crust and gooey cheddar cheese, this recipe delivers a satisfying crunch with every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an easy, oven-baked meal that’s as nostalgic as it is delicious. Ideal for feeding a crowd, this tuna noodle casserole is sure to become a mealtime favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 10 ounces canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 10.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked onions, canned tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, frozen peas, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
Add the drained egg noodles to the mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring the noodles are evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter until evenly coated. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and crispy, and the casserole is heated through.
Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
623 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.7 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 103 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 897 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.1 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 34.7 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 402 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 478 mg | 10% | |
*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.
