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The Ultimate Creamy & Crispy Tuna Noodle Casserole

A serving of creamy tuna noodle casserole topped with a golden brown, crunchy breadcrumb topping and green peas.
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This recipe delivers the creamy comfort of a classic tuna noodle casserole with a satisfyingly crispy topping. It is a simple, hearty, one-dish dinner perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz egg noodles
  • 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the egg noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain them well and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, frozen peas, condensed soup, milk, cubed cream cheese, pepper, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until the cream cheese begins to melt and the mixture is combined.
  4. Fold the cooked egg noodles into the tuna mixture until everything is evenly coated. Transfer this mixture to your prepared baking dish.
  5. In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, the remaining shredded cheddar cheese, and the grated Parmesan cheese. Drizzle the melted butter over the topping mixture and toss lightly to coat the crumbs.
  6. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the casserole mixture.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
  8. Let the tuna noodle casserole rest for 5 minutes before you serve it.

Notes

  • For a classic, old-fashioned tuna casserole flavor, substitute the cream of mushroom soup with a homemade white sauce made from butter, flour, and milk.
  • To make a lighter version, use low-sodium tuna, low-fat milk, and substitute half the cream cheese with plain Greek yogurt.
  • If you prefer a different crunch, crush about 2 cups of plain potato chips and use them instead of the panko topping mixture.

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