Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole (Printable)

Tender noodles mixed with creamy tuna sauce and topped with a golden Ritz cracker crust.

# What you'll need:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 ounces egg noodles

→ Casserole Mixture

02 - 2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna in water, drained
03 - 1 can (10.5 ounces) 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 ground 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

# Method:

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 tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, peas, cheddar cheese, sour cream, onion, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Fold in cooked noodles until evenly coated.
04 - Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish and spread in an even layer.
05 - Combine crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and Parmesan cheese if using. Sprinkle evenly over casserole.
06 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until topping is golden and mixture is bubbling.
07 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Tender noodles combined with creamy tuna sauce
  • Buttery golden Ritz cracker topping adds perfect crunch
02 -
  • Can be customized by adding sautéed mushrooms or diced celery
  • Leftovers refrigerate up to 3 days and reheat well in the oven
03 -
  • Use fresh peas instead of frozen for a brighter flavor
  • Let the casserole rest a few minutes before serving to set
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