Tuna Noodle Casserole Crispy (Printable Version)

Creamy noodle casserole with tuna, peas, and a golden crispy onion topping.

# Ingredient List:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz egg noodles

→ Seafood

02 - 2 cans (6 oz each) tuna in water, drained

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 cup sliced button mushrooms (optional)

→ Sauce

07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
08 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
09 - 2 cups whole milk
10 - ½ cup sour cream
11 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
12 - ½ teaspoon salt
13 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
14 - ½ teaspoon dried thyme

→ Cheese

15 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Topping

16 - 1 cup crispy fried onions

# How to Make:

01 - Set oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish.
02 - Prepare egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
03 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add chopped onion and mushrooms; sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
04 - Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir continuously for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and stir until the sauce has thickened, about 3 to 4 minutes.
05 - Remove from heat and mix in sour cream, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.
06 - Add drained tuna, thawed peas, shredded cheddar cheese, and cooked noodles to the sauce. Stir gently to combine.
07 - Transfer mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
08 - Sprinkle crispy fried onions evenly over the casserole surface.
09 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
10 - Allow casserole to stand for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare with simple ingredients
  • Perfect for both weeknight meals and potlucks
02 -
  • This casserole contains milk, wheat, fish, eggs, and possibly gluten.
  • Check ingredient packaging for specific allergen information and substitutions if needed.
03 -
  • If you want a richer casserole, add a handful of extra cheese on top before baking.
  • Let the casserole rest before serving to make cutting and plating easier.
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