Connie King
@kingconnie
Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole
This creamy tuna noodle casserole is a comforting dish made with egg noodles, tuna, peas, and a rich cheese sauce, topped with a crispy breadcrumb and Parmigiano-Reggiano crust. Perfect for a family dinner or a cozy night in!
Details
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:15
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Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time55 min.
- Total time75 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons
- 1/2 cup
- 1 1/2 teaspoons, divided
- 3 tablespoons
- 4 cups
- 1 cup
- 1 (12 ounce) package
- 2 (5.5 ounce) cans
- 3/4 cup
- 1 pinch
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/2 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 2 tablespoons
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole.
Step 1
Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 375°F (190°C) and generously butter a 9x13-inch casserole dish to ensure a delightful, non-stick finish.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then toss in diced onion along with half a teaspoon of kosher salt.
Step 3
Sauté until the onion transforms into a soft, translucent delight, which should take about 3 to 4 minutes.
Step 4
Next, sprinkle in the flour and let it cook for another 3 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid any browning.
Step 5
If it starts to darken, simply lower the heat.
Step 6
Gradually whisk in cold milk, increasing the heat to medium-high.
Step 7
Keep stirring until the sauce thickens and begins to simmer.
Step 8
Once thickened, remove from heat and whisk in shredded Cheddar cheese until it melts into a smooth, creamy sauce.
Step 9
Meanwhile, in a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil.
Step 10
Add the egg noodles and cook for 5 minutes, then drain and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Step 11
Pour the luscious cheese sauce over the noodles, then fold in crumbled tuna, thawed peas, a dash of cayenne pepper, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
Step 12
Mix gently until everything is beautifully combined.
Step 13
Spoon the mixture into your prepared casserole dish.
Step 14
In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and a drizzle of olive oil until it resembles wet sand.
Step 15
Sprinkle this crunchy topping evenly over the casserole for that perfect finish.
Step 16
Bake in your preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the top is a glorious golden brown and the casserole is bubbling with joy.
Step 17
Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Step 18
Enjoy this comforting dish that brings warmth to any table!.