Dear Abby's Tuna Casserole
Warm, comforting, and effortlessly nostalgic, Dear Abby's Tuna Casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This classic recipe combines tender egg noodles, flaky tuna, and a creamy base of mushroom soup and milk, all enhanced with the rich flavors of cheddar cheese, sweet frozen peas, and a hint of onion. Topped with buttery, toasted bread crumbs, this casserole transforms into a golden, bubbly masterpiece after just 30 minutes in the oven. With simple pantry staples and minimal prep time, this comforting dish is sure to become a go-to favorite. Perfect for serving 6, this easy tuna casserole is an irresistibly satisfying and budget-friendly meal your family will love.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 2 6-oz cans canned tuna (packed in water, drained)
- 2 10.5-oz cans cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, shredded cheddar cheese, frozen peas, and chopped onion. Mix well.
Step 4
Add the cooked noodles to the tuna mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 5
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray. Pour the tuna and noodle mixture into the dish and spread it out evenly.
Step 6
In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the bread crumbs and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until the crumbs are golden and toasted.
Step 7
Sprinkle the toasted bread crumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.
Step 8
Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve warm and enjoy the comforting flavors of this classic tuna casserole!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1851.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2748.5 |
| Total Fat 137.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 74.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.9g | |
| Cholesterol 473.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6083.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 249.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 50.3g | |
| Protein 133.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 328.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2657.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2069.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories