Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole (Printer-friendly)

Tender noodles in creamy tuna sauce with a buttery golden cracker crust for hearty, family-style meals.

# 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 - 1/2 cup sour cream
08 - 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
09 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Topping

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

# Directions:

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, combine drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, peas, cheddar cheese, sour cream, onion, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Fold in cooked noodles until evenly mixed.
04 - Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
05 - Mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and optional Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
06 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, until topping is golden brown and casserole is bubbly.
07 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Tender noodles coated in creamy tuna sauce
  • Buttery golden Ritz cracker topping adds delightful crunch
02 -
  • Using Ritz crackers as topping creates a buttery crisp crust without added effort
  • Ensure to drain tuna well to avoid a watery casserole
03 -
  • Stir in sautéed mushrooms or diced celery for added flavor
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for a richer topping
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