Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole (Printable Version)

Tender noodles and savory tuna meld with rich sauce and crispy onion topping for a comforting dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz wide egg noodles

→ Sauce

02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
06 - 2 cups whole milk
07 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
08 - 1/2 cup sour cream
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

→ Filling

13 - 2 cans (5 oz each) solid white tuna in water, drained and flaked
14 - 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
15 - 1 cup sliced white mushrooms (optional)
16 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Topping

17 - 1 1/2 cups store-bought crispy fried onions

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles until al dente, then drain and set aside.
03 - Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
04 - Sprinkle flour over onion mixture and stir constantly for 1 minute to cook the flour.
05 - Gradually whisk in milk and broth. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens, about 3 to 4 minutes.
06 - Remove from heat. Stir in sour cream, salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley until smooth.
07 - Incorporate drained tuna, peas, mushrooms if using, and shredded cheddar cheese into the sauce. Stir to combine evenly.
08 - Gently fold the cooked noodles into the filling mixture until evenly combined.
09 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
10 - Sprinkle crispy fried onions evenly over the top.
11 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until bubbling and the onions turn golden brown.
12 - Let rest for 5 minutes before portioning and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter dish
  • Substitute canned salmon or cooked chicken for tuna if preferred
03 -
  • Do not overcook noodles to prevent mushy casserole
  • Use fresh herbs for enhanced flavor
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