Tuna Casserole Recipe 🍽️
Description: Dive into the ultimate comfort food with this creamy Tuna Casserole, a delightful blend of pasta shells, tuna, and creamy soup, topped with a crunchy saltine crust. It’s not your healthiest option, but it’s incredibly easy to make and bursting with flavor, making it a perfect dish for those cozy winter nights or when you need a quick and satisfying meal.
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
- Keywords: Tuna, Pasta Shells, Kid Friendly, Winter, < 60 Mins, Oven
Ingredients:
- 1 package (about 8 ounces) shell macaroni
- 1 can (about 5 ounces) tuna in water
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of celery soup
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 1/2 cup crushed saltine crackers
- 2 tablespoons butter
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 289.6
- Total Fat: 9.5g
- Saturated Fat: 3.9g
- Cholesterol: 36.7mg
- Sodium: 959.2mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 28.5g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.4g
- Sugar: 2.7g
- Protein: 21.6g
Instructions:
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Boil the Pasta: Begin by cooking the shell macaroni according to the package directions until they are al dente. Drain well and set aside.
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Prepare the Peas: While the pasta is cooking, place the frozen peas in a strainer. Once the pasta is ready, pour the boiling noodles over the peas to heat them up slightly. Set aside.
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Mix the Casserole: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of celery soup, and the entire contents of the tuna cans. Mix well. Add in the cooked noodles and peas, stirring until everything is evenly coated.
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Transfer to Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan. Pour the tuna and noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
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Top with Crunchy Crust: Sprinkle the crushed saltine crackers over the top of the casserole. Dot the surface with small pieces of butter.
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Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once baked to perfection, remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. Scoop out generous portions and savor the creamy goodness of this classic comfort dish.
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or spices to the mix.
- You can substitute the cream of mushroom and cream of celery soups with other cream-based soups of your choice for variation.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.
Now, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in the comforting flavors of this Tuna Casserole. It’s sure to become a favorite in your household! 🥄🐟
