~ MY TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE ~

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Creamy, rich, flavorful goodness! This is how I've made my tuna noodle for years...never fails to please my family!! Enjoy!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 19

10 oz cooked thin kluski noodles or egg noodles - al dente
1 - 12 oz drained albacore tuna - more if desired
1 stalk(s) celery, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 Tbsp jarred, minced garlic
2 carrots, quartered and chopped, small
3 Tbsp mayonnaise
1 1/2 c frozen peas
Green or red pepper, chopped, i didn't use today, just sauté with other veggies if usin
Sliced potabellas - optional - i didn't add today...just saute with other veggies
MILD CHEESE SAUCE - ADD ANOTHER CUP OF CHEESE FOR A BIT CHEESIER SAUCE IF THAT WHAT YOU PREFER
1/3 c each - flour & butter
2 c 2% milk
1 c cream
1/2 c shredded parmesan
1 - 2 c mild shredded cheddar cheese - i only used 1 cup today
Pinch nutmeg
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta and drain. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together butter and flour. Cook for at least one minute, stirring constantly. Whisk in the milk, cream, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Stirring constantly until begins to lightly boil and thicken. Remove from heat and add cheeses, stirring until melted. Set aside.
  • 2. In a skillet, sauté vegetables in 1 tablespoon oil until tender, add a little water to speed up or finish in microwave.
  • 3. In a large bowl, add pasta, peas, tuna, mayonnaise, vegetables and cheese sauce. Toss to coat pasta.
  • 4. Grease a 2 quart casserole dish and spread tuna mixture evenly into dish. I melted 1 tablespoon of butter and mixed with 1/2 cup bread crumbs and sprinkled evenly. Cover with foil and bake 35 - 40 minutes, remove foil and bake another 10 - 15 minutes or until browning. Sprinkle with parsley and more Parmesan if desired. Yum!!!

Tarikul islam Tariq
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Yum!


Chukwuebuka Stephen
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The tuna noodle casserole is creamy and flavorful, and the breadcrumb topping adds a nice crispy texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Chris Leslie
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This tuna noodle casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The tuna, noodles, and vegetables were all cooked evenly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. The breadcrumb topping added a


E3x Richard ug
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I made this tuna noodle casserole for my family and they loved it! It's a great comfort food dish that is perfect for a cold night. The tuna, noodles, and vegetables are all cooked together in a creamy sauce, and then topped with a crispy breadcrumb


Om Thapa
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This tuna noodle casserole is a great way to use up leftover tuna. It's also a very easy and affordable meal to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The tuna, noodles, and vegetables were all cooked evenly and the sauce was


Aza no
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I've tried many tuna noodle casserole recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. The tuna, noodles, and vegetables are all cooked perfectly and the sauce is creamy and flavorful.


Just funny
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I made it exactly as written and it turned out perfect. The tuna, noodles, and vegetables were all cooked evenly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. The breadcrumb topping


Aghajaan Aghajaan
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I'm not a big fan of tuna, but I really enjoyed this casserole. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the breadcrumb topping added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Asadullah Faiz
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This tuna noodle casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The tuna, noodles, and vegetables were all cooked evenly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. The breadcrumb topping added a


Tish Delanoy
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I've made this tuna noodle casserole recipe several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the ingredients are always on hand. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so there's less cleanup. The tuna, noodles, and vegetables are all cook


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This tuna noodle casserole is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a hit with my family. I love that it is a one-pot meal, so there is less cleanup. The tuna, noodles, and vegetables are all cooked together in a creamy sauce, a