Tuna Casserole
Tuna casserole is a classic comfort dish that brings warmth and nostalgia to your dining table. With creamy mushroom sauce, tender pasta, and savory tuna, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. In just under an hour, you can enjoy a hearty meal that’s both satisfying and delicious. Add a crunchy topping for extra texture and let the delightful aroma fill your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 (12 oz) can chunk light tuna, drained
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup frozen peas
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (seasoned)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes; drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and fold in cooked pasta and frozen peas until well combined.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg