Description
This classic tuna noodle casserole recipe brings together tender egg noodles, flaky canned tuna, creamy soup, and gooey cheese for a comforting and easy meal. It’s a timeless dish that feels like a warm hug.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces egg noodles
- 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup or cream of celery soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup crushed potato chips or breadcrumbs (for topping, optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cook the egg noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked and drained egg noodles, drained tuna, cream of mushroom (or celery) soup, milk, and frozen peas (if using). Stir everything together until well combined.
- Stir in 3/4 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole. If desired, sprinkle with crushed potato chips or breadcrumbs for a crispy topping.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through. If you added a topping, bake until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let stand for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use any type of canned cream soup you prefer.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like diced carrots or corn.
- For extra flavor, sauté some diced onion and celery before adding to the casserole.
- Serve with a simple green salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 350-450
- Sugar: 5-10g
- Sodium: 700-900mg
- Fat: 15-25g
- Saturated Fat: 8-12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7-13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35-45g
- Fiber: 2-4g
- Protein: 20-25g
- Cholesterol: 50-70mg