Delicious and hearty tuna casserole recipe

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Delicious and hearty tuna casserole recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 04, 2024

Trish's tuna casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender egg noodles, creamy mushroom sauce, and flaky tuna, topped with a crispy breadcrumb and Parmesan cheese crust. It's the perfect easy weeknight meal for the whole family to enjoy.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz egg noodles
  • 2 cans tuna, drained
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions, then drain and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, frozen peas, and shredded cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour the tuna mixture over the cooked noodles and stir to combine.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
  6. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
  7. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Tuna casserole is a popular retro dish that has been enjoyed by families for generations.
  • This casserole can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables or different types of cheese.
  • Leftovers of this casserole can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated for a quick and tasty meal.