Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole (Print Version)

Tender noodles blended with creamy tuna and a golden Ritz cracker crust for a comforting main dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz egg noodles

→ Casserole Mixture

02 - 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
03 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
04 - 1 cup whole milk
05 - 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - ½ cup sour cream
08 - ½ small onion, finely chopped
09 - ½ tsp garlic powder
10 - ½ tsp black pepper
11 - ¼ tsp salt

→ Topping

12 - 1 sleeve (about 30) Ritz crackers, crushed
13 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
14 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Boil egg noodles in salted water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, mix drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, peas, cheddar, sour cream, onion, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Fold in noodles until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
05 - Combine crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and optional Parmesan. Sprinkle evenly over casserole.
06 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
07 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • For added flavor, stir in sautéed mushrooms or diced celery.
  • Substitute cream of celery or chicken soup for a different twist.
03 -
  • Use crushed Ritz crackers for the perfect crunchy topping.
  • Let the casserole cool slightly before serving to set the layers.
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