Description
A classic and comforting Tuna Casserole recipe featuring tender egg noodles, creamy mushroom soup, sweet peas, and rich cheddar cheese, topped with a crunchy panko and cheese breadcrumb crust. Perfectly baked to golden perfection in just 35 minutes, this dish serves 6 and is ideal for a hearty family meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 1 cup frozen peas, defrosted
- 2 (10 1/2 oz) cans condensed mushroom soup
- 2 (5-6 oz) cans tuna, drained
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Topping
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking, and set aside for later use.
- Make the Crumb Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the panko bread crumbs, melted butter, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese until combined evenly. Set this crumb mixture aside to use as a topping.
- Cook the Egg Noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook according to the package directions until al dente. Drain the noodles and set them aside to cool slightly.
- Mix the Casserole Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked egg noodles, defrosted peas, condensed mushroom soup, drained tuna, milk, and 1 cup cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread the noodle and tuna mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the panko and cheese crumb topping over the surface to cover the casserole.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your creamy and crunchy tuna casserole!
Notes
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of celery or cream of chicken for a different flavor.
- Adding chopped onions or mushrooms to the mixture can enhance the flavor.
- For extra crunch, sprinkle additional cheese on top before baking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Drain the tuna thoroughly to prevent the casserole from becoming watery.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
