Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole (Printable)

Tender egg noodles, savory tuna, and a rich creamy sauce topped with crispy fried onions.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 ounces 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 ounces 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

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; cook egg noodles until al dente. Drain and set aside.
03 - Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
04 - Sprinkle flour over onion mixture; stir constantly for 1 minute to cook the flour.
05 - Gradually whisk in milk and broth; cook, whisking often, until sauce thickens, approximately 3–4 minutes.
06 - Remove from heat; stir in sour cream, salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley.
07 - Add tuna, peas, mushrooms (if using), and cheddar to the sauce; mix until evenly combined.
08 - Fold cooked noodles gently into the tuna mixture until well combined.
09 - Transfer mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
10 - Sprinkle crispy fried onions evenly over the top.
11 - Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and onions are golden brown.
12 - Let casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Classic comfort food
  • Rich creamy texture with crispy topping
02 -
  • For a lighter version use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and reduced-fat cheese
  • Substitute canned salmon or cooked chicken for tuna if desired
03 -
  • Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce for a kick
  • Pair with a crisp green salad and a glass of Chardonnay
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