Homemade Tuna Noodle Casserole (Printable Version)

A creamy casserole featuring tender noodles, savory tuna, and a crispy golden onion topping.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 ounces egg noodles

→ Seafood

02 - 2 cans (6 ounces 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 (about 100 grams)

→ Topping

16 - 1 cup crispy fried onions

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
02 - Boil egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
03 - Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and mushrooms; sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
04 - Sprinkle flour over vegetables, stirring for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and cook, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens, about 3 to 4 minutes.
05 - Remove skillet from heat. Stir in sour cream, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.
06 - Add drained tuna, thawed peas, shredded cheddar, and cooked noodles to the sauce. Gently fold until evenly combined.
07 - Transfer mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
08 - Sprinkle crispy fried onions evenly over the surface.
09 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
10 - Allow the dish to stand for 5 minutes before serving to set.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Delicious combination of creamy sauce and crispy topping
  • Easy to prepare for weeknight meals or gatherings
02 -
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days
  • Check crispy onion and noodle packaging for allergen details if needed
03 -
  • Add lemon juice or chopped parsley before serving for extra brightness
  • Bake just until golden for maximum crunch without drying out the sauce
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