Best Tuna Noodle Casserole

Best Tuna Noodle Casserole
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    35 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    55 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    229

Rediscover the comforting flavors of childhood with this updated tuna noodle casserole. A luscious, creamy sauce embraces perfectly cooked noodles, while a crispy topping and a burst of fresh parsley create a delightful textural and flavor contrast. This budget-friendly classic is perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying as a satisfying family meal.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    51 g
  • Cholesterol
    91 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    28 g
  • Saturated Fat
    10 g
  • Sodium
    1481 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 0 mins Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

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Recipe View 6 mins Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add egg noodles and 3 teaspoons salt to the boiling water; cook until tender yet firm to the bite, about 6 minutes. Drain noodles. Return to pot and set aside.

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Recipe View 10 mins Heat 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and onion and cook until mushrooms are softened and onions are translucent, about 4 minutes. Add remaining butter; stir constantly until melted. Sprinkle flour over vegetable mixture and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Stir in milk and stock and bring to a simmer, stirring often. Simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper.

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Recipe View 0 mins Add sauce mixture to reserved noodles. Stir in 1 cup Cheddar cheese, peas, and tuna. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle remaining Cheddar cheese over the top.

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Recipe View 0 mins Stir together bread crumbs, remaining 2 teaspoons oil, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and paprika in a small bowl. Sprinkle bread crumb mixture evenly over the casserole.

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Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbly, 25 to 30 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

For an even richer flavor, try using Gruyere or Fontina cheese in addition to or in place of the Cheddar.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the bread crumb topping for a subtle kick.
Feel free to substitute different vegetables, such as chopped celery or bell peppers, for the mushrooms and peas.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 76 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Merlin Cronin

    The panko bread crumb topping was the perfect touch. So much better than the traditional crushed crackers.

  • Aryanna Metzkub

    This recipe is a game-changer! My family devoured it, and it's so easy to make.

  • Cathy Marvin

    I loved the addition of lemon juice and Dijon mustard to the sauce – it really brightened up the flavors.

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