Description
A classic Old Fashioned Tuna Casserole combining tender egg noodles, savory tuna, creamy mushroom soup, and melted cheddar cheese, baked to golden perfection with a crunchy potato chip topping. A comforting, easy-to-make family favorite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 cups egg noodles (cooked)
- 2 cans tuna (drained)
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup crushed potato chips (or breadcrumbs for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Cook noodles: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the egg noodles until al dente, then drain them well.
- Sauté onions: In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the diced onions until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Combine casserole ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the cooked noodles, drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, shredded cheddar cheese, optional frozen peas, and the sautéed onions. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Assemble casserole: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly for uniform cooking.
- Add topping: Sprinkle the crushed potato chips or breadcrumbs evenly over the top to create a crispy crust.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the casserole is golden brown and bubbling.
- Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow it to set slightly. Enjoy your comforting tuna casserole!
Notes
- Using crushed potato chips for the topping adds extra flavor and crunch, but breadcrumbs are a great alternative for a classic texture.
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of celery or cream of chicken soup based on preference.
- Frozen peas are optional but add a nice pop of color and sweetness.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat milk and reduced-fat cheddar cheese.
- Make sure to drain the tuna thoroughly to avoid excess moisture in the casserole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: tuna casserole, classic tuna casserole, baked tuna noodle casserole, creamy tuna casserole, old fashioned tuna casserole, easy tuna recipe
