Tuna Sandwich Casserole
Transform your classic sandwich into a warm and comforting one-dish meal with this irresistible Tuna Sandwich Casserole. Packed with flaky canned tuna, creamy mayonnaise, crunchy celery, and savory onions, this recipe reimagines tuna salad in oven-baked form. Layers of buttery, cubed sandwich bread soak up the rich flavors, while gooey cheddar cheese adds a perfect, golden topping. With a dash of dried parsley and a hint of black pepper for added zest, this hearty casserole is quick to prepare and ready in under 40 minutes—ideal for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. Serve it bubbling hot straight from the oven for a nostalgic dish that turns pantry staples into a crowd-pleasing comfort food classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz canned tuna
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup celery
- 0.5 cup onion
- 2 cups cheddar cheese
- 6 slices white or wheat sandwich bread
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish.
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and flake it into a large mixing bowl.
Add the mayonnaise, diced celery, diced onion, salt, black pepper, and dried parsley to the bowl with the tuna. Stir until fully combined.
Butter one side of each sandwich bread slice. Cut the slices into cubes and set aside.
In a small saucepan, heat the milk over low heat, stirring occasionally, until warm (but not boiling).
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese into the tuna mixture and fold gently. Add the warmed milk to the mixture and stir to combine.
Add half of the bread cubes to the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread the tuna mixture evenly on top of the bread layer.
Layer the remaining bread cubes on top of the tuna mixture.
Sprinkle the top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and cheese is melted.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3804 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 272.9 g | 350% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.3 g | 351% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 5604 mg | 244% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.3 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.6 g | ||
| Protein | 155.2 g | 310% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.3 mcg | 41% | |
| Calcium | 1385 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1801 mg | 38% | |
*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.
