Craving a classic comfort food recipe that's quick and fuss-free? Look no further! This creamy no-bake tuna casserole is an absolute delight for tuna lovers. It combines tender tuna, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked noodles in a flavorful and satisfying dish. The best part? This casserole doesn't require any baking, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or those lazy weekends. Just a few simple steps and you'll have a delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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CREAMY TUNA-NOODLE CASSEROLE
When you need supper fast, this tuna noodle casserole makes a super one-dish meal. Cooked chicken breast works well in place of the tuna. -Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Cook noodles according to package directions for al dente, adding peas during the last minute of cooking; drain., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine soup, sour cream, cheese, milk and salt; stir in tuna, onion and pepper. Add noodles and peas; toss to combine., Transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, toss bread crumbs with melted butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 699mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
EASY CREAMY NO BAKE TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE
Tuna casserole was the first recipe I learned, but I didn't like the heavyness of 'cream of' soups. So I came up with this stove top version, with a milk based sauce its much lighter. Still creamy, delicious and full of flavor. Once you try it you won't go back.
Provided by Chef Shantal
Categories Toddler Friendly
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Boil water for pasta, cook according to package. Add frozen peas & carrots in last 4 minutes of cooking.
- Heat 1 tbsp butter in skillet, add onion and celery, season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook on low for 10 minutes, until soft.
- In sauce pan, heat 2 tbsp butter, 1tbsp flour, whisk, 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk. Add parmsean cheese, salt, pepper, white pepper, paprika, garlic powder, dried rosemary. Heat on low until thickened.
- Add tuna and lemon pepper, to onion and celery.
- Add tuna mixture to sauce, stir well. Toss with drained pasta and veggies.
- Add more cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1534, Fat 47.7, SaturatedFat 22.5, Cholesterol 349.3, Sodium 1736.5, Carbohydrate 182.2, Fiber 9.9, Sugar 5.7, Protein 91.7
EASY CREAMY TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE
A creamy delicious tuna casserole, the perfect comfort food.
Provided by Rosemary Molloy
Categories Main Dish
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 350° (180° celsius). Lightly grease a 10 x 8 x 2 inch (27 x 21 x 6 centimeter) baking dish.
- In a small bowl with a fork combine melted butter and bread crumbs, set aside.
- In a large pot of boiling salted water cook the egg noodles al dente and drain.
- In a small pot of boiling water cook the peas till just tender.
- In a medium pot over low to medium heat melt 1/4 cup butter, whisk in flour, basil, oregano, thyme and salt. Slowly whisk in the milk and stir constantly until sauce thickens**
- Remove from heat and add the parmesan cheese stir to combine.
- Fold in the drained noodles, peas and tuna.
- Pour into the baking dish and sprinkle with topping. Bake 20 minutes, let sit 5 minutes and serve. Enjoy!
- **make sure the sauce starts to boil, then once it starts to boil lower the heat to simmer it whisking constantly until thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 83 mg, Sodium 461 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
EASY TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook fusilli in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour, stirring constantly for about 1 minute. Remove from heat and gradually pour in milk, whisking constantly the entire time to avoid lumps from forming. Return to heat and cook, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese. Add lemon juice, mustard powder, salt, and pepper and mix well.
- Drain fusilli and fold into the sauce. Mix in tuna. Pour mixture into an 8-inch casserole dish and sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Top with remaining Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and golden, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 613.2 calories, Carbohydrate 47.6 g, Cholesterol 101.5 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 49.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 498 mg, Sugar 8 g
CREAMY TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE
Enjoy our Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole tonight. A velvety cream cheese sauce takes the place of canned soup for a tuna noodle casserole they won't forget.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350ºF.
- Mix cream cheese, 2 Tbsp. milk and garlic powder until blended. Combine noodles, tuna, peas, mushrooms and remaining milk in large bowl. Add cream cheese mixture; mix lightly. Spoon into 1-1/2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; cover.
- Bake 20 min. Meanwhile, mix cracker crumbs, Parmesan and butter until blended.
- Stir noodle mixture; top with crumbs. Bake, uncovered, 5 min. or until crumb topping is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 460 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 16 g
CLASSIC TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE
Tuna tossed with noodles, peas and pimiento in a creamy sauce is baked until bubbling with crunchy crumb topping.
Provided by Campbell's Kitchen
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Campbell's Kitchen
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Mix soup, milk, peas, pimiento, tuna and noodles in 1 1/2-quart baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Mix bread crumbs with butter. Sprinkle on top. Bake 5 minutes or until hot.
NO-BAKE TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE - MIDWEST
This is a take on the Tuna Noodle Casserole my mom used to bake my brother and I when we were kids. It was the first meal I ever cooked for myself (when I was in college). Being lazy, impatient and hungry, I figured why bake it? The cheese must be extra sharp...mild or sharp just don't cut it. This recipe is so easily adaptable. Really like tuna? Use a bigger can. Don't like tuna? Use shredded chicken. Have broccoli you need to use? Use broccoli. It's definitely not low-cal, but it is quick and tasty comfort food!
Provided by Mrs Goodall
Categories Tuna
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook noodles for approximately 10 minutes in salted water and drain when finished-- while noodle are cooking --.
- In large pot (enough to hold the sauce and cooked noodles) sauté mushrooms for 3 or 4 minutes, add onion and sauté for another minute or two. It's nice to have a little crunch left in the onions. Drain any liquid.
- Add cream of mushroom soup to pot. As soon as it is hot, add shredded cheddar cheese. Continuously stir. When cheese is melted, add tuna and celery. (I don't cook the celery, only because I like the crunch of the raw celery). Mix well. When mixture is heated through and cheese is completely melted, take off of burner.
- Drain noodles and add to mixture. I always add the noodles to the mixture (not the other way around), so that if I made too many noodles I don't add them all to the sauce. Stir all ingredients together. Salt and pepper to taste.
- * You can make this a one-pot dish if you cook and drain noodles first. Then use the same pot to cook the sauce. It will obviously add about ten minutes to the cooking time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 858.8, Fat 32.8, SaturatedFat 16.7, Cholesterol 183.8, Sodium 1101.4, Carbohydrate 94.3, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 7.1, Protein 47.1
Tips:
- Use a high-quality tuna for the best flavor. Look for tuna that is packed in water or olive oil.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your casserole. This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients.
- Don't overcook the noodles. They should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Use a creamy sauce that is made with mayonnaise, sour cream, or cream cheese. This will help to bind the casserole together and make it more flavorful.
- Season the casserole to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices. You can also add a touch of lemon juice or vinegar for brightness.
- Chill the casserole for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the casserole to set.
Conclusion:
This easy creamy no-bake tuna noodle casserole is a quick and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love. It's made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this casserole a try.
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