A comforting and classic dish, Tuna Noodle Casserole is a creamy and hearty meal that’s perfect for a family dinner. This recipe combines tender egg noodles, flaky tuna, and a creamy sauce, all topped with a crunchy breadcrumb topping.
Appliances and Special Utensils
- Oven
- Stove
- Large pot Large Pot for boiling
- Large mixing bowl Mixing bowls
- Medium saucepan Saucepan, Medium saucepan
- 9×13 inch baking dish Baking dish
- Whisk Whisk
- Wooden spoon or spatula Wooden Spoon and spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the egg noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine the condensed cream of mushroom soup and milk. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until smooth and heated through.
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the cooked egg noodles, drained tuna, thawed peas, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and the prepared sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour the mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Prepare the topping: In a small bowl, mix together the bread crumbs and melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Top the casserole: Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your comforting Tuna Noodle Casserole!