Description
This delightful tuna casserole recipe with cream of mushroom soup brings comforting aromas and offers a hearty, budget-friendly meal solution. It features crispy edges, a creamy center, and a beautiful Pea Green Cheddar Top that kids love.
Ingredients
- 2 5 oz cans, drained canned tuna (flaked, packed in water or oil)
- 1 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup (condensed)
- 8 oz dry egg noodles (medium or wide)
- 0.5 cup milk (any kind)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Instructions
- Prep Noodles: Cook 8 oz egg noodles until al dente (7-9 minutes). Drain well.
- Combine Creamy Base: In a large mixing bowl, whisk one 10.5 oz can of cream of mushroom soup and 0.5 cup milk until smooth (1-2 minutes).
- Mix in Goodness: Add two 5 oz cans drained tuna, 1 cup frozen peas, and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese to the soup mixture. Stir gently (30 seconds).
- Add Noodles: Fold in the cooked and drained egg noodles carefully until evenly coated (1 minute).
- Bake to Perfection: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread evenly, then sprinkle remaining 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the top. If mixture seems too thick, add 1-2 Tbsp milk.
- Oven Time: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, until edges are bubbly and cheese topping is golden brown and melted.
Notes
For a time-saver, use pre-shredded cheese. Enhance flavor with onion powder, celery salt, garlic powder, or Worcestershire sauce. For a healthier version, use low-fat milk/soup, whole wheat noodles, and reduce cheese, adding extra steamed veggies like spinach. If the topping isn’t crispy, broil for 1-2 minutes. Wild-caught tuna and low-sodium soup offer healthier options.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 220 g)
- Calories: 380 calories
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg