Tuna casserole has been an all-time favorite comfort food for decades. It has the perfect blend of tuna, creamy sauce, crunchy topping, and vegetables, all baked together in one casserole dish. The tuna and creamy sauce provide a delectable savory flavor, while the crunchy topping adds a delightful textural contrast. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your guests, an award-winning tuna casserole is the perfect choice. In this article, we'll guide you through creating an unforgettable tuna casserole that will surely become a family favorite.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE
Families are sure to love the creamy texture and comforting taste of this traditional tuna casserole that goes together in a jiffy. I serve it with a green salad and warm rolls for a nutritious supper. -Ruby Wells, Cynthiana, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine soup and milk until smooth. Add the noodles, peas, tuna and pimientos; mix well. , Pour into a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 25 minutes. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over the top. Bake 5 minutes longer or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 475mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
EASY TUNA CASSEROLE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a 9x13-inch baking dish, combine the macaroni, tuna, and soup. Mix well, and then top with cheese.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 25 minutes, or until bubbly. Sprinkle with fried onions, and bake for another 5 minutes. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.4 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 22.6 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 705.8 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
BEST TUNA CASSEROLE
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, thoroughly mix noodles, onion, 1 cup cheese, peas, tuna, soup and mushrooms. Transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish, and top with potato chip crumbs and remaining 1 cup cheese.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 595 calories, Carbohydrate 58.1 g, Cholesterol 99.2 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 32.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 1061.1 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
AWARD WINNING TUNA CASSEROLE
A rich, creamy casserole with popping flavor! I evolved this recipe from my mom's original, and won several awards with it when I was an Army wife. There are NEVER leftovers!
Provided by Springcup74
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h15m
Yield 2 1/2 quarts, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Boil egg noodles according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, combine ALL REMAINING INGREDIENTS EXCEPT THE SHREDDED CHEESE in extra large, deep bowl. I recommend thoroughly flaking the tuna FIRST in the bowl with a fork.
- Drain noodles when done to desired tenderness.
- Combine cooked noodles into the bowl of wet ingredients.
- Mix thoroughly by folding noodles in with a large spoon.
- Pour mixture into 13 X 9 inch casserole dish, or smaller if you prefer a thicker casserole.
- Top evenly with shredded cheese.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes, or until cheese is golden brown.
- Let rest for 15 minutes before serving.
RENAISSANCE OF TUNA CASSEROLE
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place pasta water on to boil. Salt water then add pasta and cook to al dente.
- While pasta cooks, heat a deep skillet over medium heat with extra-virgin olive oil. Saute garlic and onions until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Add tuna and sun-dried tomatoes and stir to heat through, another 1 to 2 minutes. Add wine and cook it down a minute then add cream and season sauce with salt and pepper. Toss hot pasta and peas with sauce and cheese. Serve on dinner plates and top with shredded basil.
TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE
Ree's easy tuna noodle casserole uses pantry and refrigerator staples like egg noodles, canned tuna, bread crumbs and mushrooms to get a family-friendly dinner on the table in just an hour.
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the egg noodles to al dente according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until starting to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring, for a couple of minutes. Sprinkle the flour evenly over the mixture and stir so that the flour coats the onions and mushrooms thoroughly. Cook, stirring, for another minute. Add the milk and sherry and whisk to combine. Cook the sauce until it's nice and thick, 3 to 4 minutes. Sprinkle in salt and pepper to taste and stir. Adjust the seasoning to make sure the sauce is adequately salted.
- Add the tuna and stir it into the sauce. Then stir in the bell pepper and 1 tablespoon of the parsley. Stir in the noodles until they're coated. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and transfer the noodle mixture to the dish.
- Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons butter in a bowl in the microwave; stir it around with the breadcrumbs and remaining tablespoon of parsley.
- Top the casserole with the breadcrumbs and bake until golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Serve piping hot with a green salad and warm crusty bread.
GRANDMA SMITH'S TUNA CASSEROLE
This is an easy to make creamy pasta dish, that I usually have all the ingredients for on hand. It is comfort food at it's best! My Grandma Smith raised 10 children on this recipe and my 3 year old loves it, very kid-friendly. I usually use whole wheat pasta for extra fiber and nutrition.
Provided by akgrown
Categories Tuna
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except potato chips in a large bowl in order written.
- Then put in a 9x13-inch baking dish and top with crushed potato chips if desired. (We like the topping).
- Bake at 375°F for about 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 613.6, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 63.5, Sodium 1139.1, Carbohydrate 69.2, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 8.4, Protein 32.3
CHELSEY'S AWARD WINNING TUNA CASSEROLE RECIPE
Steps:
- Boil 6 cups of water and then add the noodles. Boil the noodles for about 6-8 minutes. When the noodles are done then drain them.
- Get out a 8" by 6" casserole pot out. Drain tuna and then put it in the casserole pot. Then add the cream of chicken soup, Miracle Whip and noodles. Mix well.
- Stick the casserole into the oven at 350 degrees F for 12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
TUNA CASSEROLE
A tuna pasta bake with a twist. The kids will LOVE this one and can help making it.
Provided by harley121202
Time 35m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Preheat oven to moderate or about 180c.
- Firstly, cook the tagliatelli as per the packet instructions in boiling salted water. Meanwhile, quarter the mushrooms and fry off for 5 mins or so in a large pan just to brown a little. Then add the soup, refill the can with the milk and add to the pan. Mix well then add the flaked tuna and peas (there is no need to defrost the peas as the heat of the sauce will defrost them in no time at all). Heat for a few mins until the sauce is heated through. Then add 2 packs of the crisps and mix in gently so as not to break them up too much.
- When the pasta is cooked and al dente drain and mix through the sauce. Add to a large ovenproof casserole and put the remaining 4 packs of crisps over the top so it is completely covered. place ijn the oven for 10-15 mins or until the crisps are starting to brown. Serve with a little salt and LOTS of vinegar (if you are brave enough, its better with chilli vinegar)
Tips:
- Use high-quality tuna: Opt for solid white or albacore tuna packed in water or olive oil. Avoid tuna packed in brine, as it can make the casserole too salty.
- Drain the tuna thoroughly: Before adding the tuna to the casserole, drain it thoroughly to remove excess liquid. This will help prevent the casserole from becoming watery.
- Use a variety of vegetables: Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables in your tuna casserole. Some popular options include peas, carrots, celery, onion, and corn. You can also add other vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, or spinach.
- Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what brings all the flavors of the tuna casserole together. You can use a simple cream sauce made with milk, flour, and butter, or you can try a more complex sauce made with ingredients like cheese, herbs, or spices.
- Top with a crispy topping: A crispy topping adds a nice textural contrast to the creamy tuna casserole. You can use bread crumbs, crushed crackers, or even tortilla chips.
- Bake until golden brown: Bake the tuna casserole until it is golden brown and bubbly. This will ensure that the casserole is cooked through and that the topping is crispy.
Conclusion:
Tuna casserole is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make a tuna casserole that is both delicious and nutritious. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tuna casserole a try!
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