Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
356 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole
Description
This casserole begins by cooking egg noodles to tender doneness, then mixing them with canned tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. The mixture spreads evenly in a greased casserole dish. A topping of buttered breadcrumbs adds a crispy contrast after baking at 375°F for 15 to 20 minutes until the top browns slightly.
The resulting dish combines tender pasta with a creamy, cheesy tuna sauce, punctuated by the crunch of the toasted breadcrumbs. The flavor is mild and comforting, enhanced by the richness of cheddar and umami from mushroom soup. Fresh parsley sprinkled on top provides a touch of color and freshness at serving.
This casserole serves as a satisfying main dish, suitable for casual family dinners or easy meal prep. It can be customized with different cheeses or condensed soups depending on availability or preference.
Using solid white or chunk light tuna in water is recommended. Various milk types work in the sauce, and sharper cheeses can be substituted for cheddar if desired. Nutrition values may vary based on substitutions.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces egg noodles
- 10 ounces tuna drained, canned
- 2-10.5 ounce cream of mushroom soup canned
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded, blend
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon butter melted
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 inch casserole pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook the noodles according to the package directions.
- Drain the noodles, and return them to the pot.
- Stir in the tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the noodles into the prepared pan in an even layer.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the bread crumbs and butter.
- Sprinkle the bread crumbs over the noodles.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the top starts to brown.
- Sprinkle the fresh parsley over the top of the casserole just before serving.
Notes
- Use canned tuna varieties in water, such as solid white albacore or chunk light, for best texture and flavor.
- Cream of mushroom soup may be swapped with other condensed soups according to taste or availability.
- Milk of any fat content can be used, from skim to whole milk, without affecting the recipe significantly.
- Sharp cheddar cheese is suggested, though white cheddar or blends can be substituted to vary flavor.
- Nutrition information provided is estimated; adapt quantities and ingredients based on dietary needs.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 356 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 356kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 445mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 264mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 315IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 161mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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