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Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole

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Time: 50 minutes

Yield: 8 servings

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Creamy Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole is a recipe that's been well-loved since the '50s, and it's been a part of the culinary landscape since! It's a creamy, cheesy, and comforting meal with plenty of flaky and mildly sweet tuna. Tender, tasty, and easy to make, Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole is perfect for when you have a crowd or just want a lot of leftovers of something you know you love to eat!

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16-ounce) package extra wide egg noodles
  • 2/3 cup frozen peas
  • 2/3 cup Monterey Jack, Colby, or cheddar cheese, grated, or a combination of the three
  • 1 (12-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 (16-ounce) can tuna, drained
  • 1 (12-ounce) can mushrooms, sliced
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • seasoned breadcrumbs, optional, to taste
  • fresh herbs, optional, to taste, of your choice, for garnish

Directions

Step 1 -Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2 -Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 3 -Cook the egg noodles according to the package directions.

Step 4 -Rinse the noodles in cold water to stop the cooking process, then drain them thoroughly.

Step 5 -Place the noodles in a large bowl.

Step 6 -Add the peas, the cheese, the mushroom soup, the tuna, and the mushrooms to the bowl, mixing gently but thoroughly.

Step 7 -Bake the casserole for 45-55 minutes.

Step 8 -Top evenly with the seasoned breadcrumbs and bake until toasted, about 10 minutes uncovered.

Step 9 -Remove the casserole from the oven, top with the fresh herbs, and serve.

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