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THE BEST TUNA CASSEROLE

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The Best Tuna Casserole is SO easy to make! Made with a simple from scratch sauce, egg noodles, tuna, peas and a crunchy Panko-Parmesan topping, this comfort food classic is sure to be a new family favorite! Serve with homemade dinner rolls and broccoli salad for a simply delicious dinner!

Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

3 cups wide egg noodles (about 5 oz)
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 cup celery (chopped)
1 red bell pepper (chopped)
1/2 onion (diced)
1/4 cup all purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
2 1/4 cups whole milk
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
12 oz water packed chunk tuna (drained)
1/2 cup frozen peas (thawed)
4 oz cheddar cheese (shredded)
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp parsley (chopped)
1 tbsp butter (melted)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease a 2 quart baking dish and set aside.
Cook noodles according to package directions, removing when al dente. Drain, and set aside.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add celery, bell pepper, and onion and cook until onion is translucent, stirring frequently.
Stir in flour, salt and pepper. Slowly add milk and cook, stirring constantly until thick and bubbly. Stir in Dijon mustard.
Add tuna, peas, noodles, and cheddar cheese and fold into the sauce.
Pour mixture into the prepared dish.
Combine Panko, Parmesan cheese, smoked paprika parsley and melted butter in a small bowl and sprinkle over the top.
Bake casserole for 25 to 30 minutes, uncovered, or until heated through and golden brown on top. Let stand for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Sodium 410 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TUNA CASSEROLE

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This cheesy Tuna Casserole has a made-from-scratch sauce and a crunchy parmesan topping that puts this classic recipe over the top. Your family will love this version!

Provided by Rachel Farnsworth

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

12 ounces egg noodles
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 white onion (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
3 tablespoons flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk
2 cups frozen peas
2 6 ounce cans solid white albacore tuna
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2-3 teaspoons olive oil

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees and lightly grease a 9x13 pan. Cook the egg noodles according to the package directions. Drain and add pasta to prepared pan.
Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Add in onion and saute 5 to 7 minutes, until softened. Stir in garlic and flour and cook 1 minute. Slowly pour in chicken broth and milk and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
Once mixture has thickened, stir in peas, and tuna. Pour over pasta in the 9x13 pan. Add in cheddar cheese and toss to coat.
In a small bowl, use a fork to mix together bread crumbs, parmesan, and olive oil. Sprinkle over the pasta.
Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes, until bread crumbs are lightly browned. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 721 kcal, Carbohydrate 75 g, Protein 41 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 149 mg, Sodium 957 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEST EVER TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE

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This is a recipe my entire family loves! It's requested at least once a week and for Birthday suppers. The recipe came from the mother of one of my childhood friends, who made some of the best food. If I'm making a double batch, I make it with cream of chicken and celery soups together.

Provided by Bread n Butter

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

10 1/2 ounces cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup diced yellow onion
1/2 cup diced celery
6 ounces albacore tuna
6 ounces cooked egg noodles
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

Mix the cream of chicken, mayonnaise and milk together in a large bowl.
Add the diced celery and onion.
Fold in the tuna, followed by the cooked egg noodles and shredded cheddar cheese.
Salt and pepper to your taste.
Place in a casserole dish. Cook at 375 degrees for about 40-45 minutes, just until the top starts to brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.2, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 45.7, Sodium 746.8, Carbohydrate 19.1, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 16.3