Best 8 My Grandmothers Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipes

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Are you craving for a comforting classic recipe that reminds you of home? Look no further than my grandmother's tuna noodle casserole! This timeless dish is a delicious and satisfying blend of tender noodles, flaky tuna, creamy sauce, and cheesy goodness. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this casserole is a favorite among families and a staple in many kitchens. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight meal, a potluck dish, or a comforting meal to warm your heart, this recipe is sure to deliver.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

MOM'S BEST TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



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This tuna noodle casserole is the absolute best with no canned soup, just a creamy sauce, egg noodles, green peas, and flake tuna, all topped with melty cheesy and buttery breadcrumbs.

Provided by Cheryl Malik

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 5-ounce can chunk light tuna (drained and flaked)
8 ounces egg noodles (see Notes for gluten free)
6 tablespoons butter (divided)
5 tablespoons flour (See Notes for gluten free)
2 ½ cups whole milk
½ teaspoon salt (plus extra to taste)
¼ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
¾ cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (see Notes for gluten free)
fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish, optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350º Fahrenheit.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 532 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Sodium 404 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g

GRANDMA'S TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Traditional Tuna Noodle Casserole made low carb and Trim Healthy Mama friendly.

Provided by Judy

Categories     Main

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces fresh mushrooms (sliced)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 cups chicken broth
¼ cup heavy cream
½ teaspoon xanthan gum
salt and pepper (to taste)
Homemade Pasta Dough (Pressed into fettuccine noodles)
11 ounces tuna in water (I used the family size pouch)
8 ounces frozen broccoli flowerets

Steps:

  • Saute the mushrooms in butter, add chicken broth allow to simmer for about 5 minutes. Stir in heavy cream/ Sprinkle the xanthum across the top of liquids while wising to combine. heat on low until thickened slightly. Set aside
  • Prepare pasta dough and form into noodles.
  • :Put your noodles in your casserole dish. Pour soup mixture over the pasta and stir in tuna and broccoli florets. Sprinkle top with Bake & Fry mix.
  • Bake at 350 for 30 - 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Serving size 1½ cups Calories

GRANDMA'S TUNA CASSEROLE



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I know it sounds crazy, but trust me, this tuna casserole is one of the yummiest things ever. Comfort food madness! Before this, Grandma had never written out this recipe. She doesn't measure anything when cooking this, but it must be tasted throughout.

Provided by Tana

Categories     Tuna Casserole

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces egg noodles
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked, or more to taste
½ cup sour cream
½ cup milk, divided
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix (such as Lipton®)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
⅛ teaspoon seasoned salt (such as LAWRY'S®), or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces, divided
8 ounces ridged potato chips (such as Ruffles®)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rapid boil. Cook egg noodles at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 7 to 9 minutes. Drain.
  • Mix cooked noodles with tuna, sour cream, 1/4 cup milk, onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, seasoned salt, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
  • Lay 1/2 of the butter across the bottom of a 2-quart, microwave-safe casserole dish. Crush potato chips, then sprinkle 1/4 of the crushed chips over the bottom and press to flatten.
  • Spread the tuna-noodle mixture in a single layer over the crushed chips. Layer with 1/2 of the mozzarella, 2/3 of the remaining chips, followed by the remaining butter, chips, milk, and mozzarella.
  • Microwave on high until casserole is hot and cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 55.2 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 539.6 mg

TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



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"Tuna noodle casserole was the first dish my mom made after she got married. It took me years to perfect it!" says Ree.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
12 ounces wide egg noodles
1 stick salted butter, plus more for the baking dish
1 medium onion, diced
6 ounces white button mushrooms, finely chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk, warmed
1/2 cup dry sherry
Freshly ground pepper
3 6.4-ounce packages white albacore tuna in water, drained
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup panko

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook as the label directs for al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons 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, until softened. Sprinkle the flour evenly over the mixture and stir so that the flour coats the onion and mushrooms thoroughly. Cook, stirring, until toasted, about 1 more minute. Add the milk and sherry and whisk to combine. Cook the sauce, whisking, until it's nice and thick, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and stir. Adjust the seasoning to make sure the sauce is adequately salted.
  • Add the tuna to the sauce and stir, 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; combine it with the panko and remaining 1 tablespoon parsley.
  • Top the casserole with the panko mixture and bake until golden, 25 to 30 minutes.

MY GRANDMOTHER'S TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Categories     Fish     Bake

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can of chicken noodle soup (any verity of soup from Campell soup to healthy choice or path mark)
1 can of Mushroom soup (any verity of soup from campell to healthy choice or path mark)
2 cans of tuna fish (any brand in water)
1.Elbow Macaroni (cooked)
Optional steps if you want to bake it
bread crumbs on top
tomato slices
butter

Steps:

  • Okay this is very smiple and quick recipe you need to boiled a pot of water adding salt to the water is helps to boil quicker and used 1 box of elbow Macaroni. and cook that in the boiling water for a hour or until it cooked through next step is to mix in one can of mushroom soup and one can of chicken noodle soup. this is too make it moist. then you open up two can of tuna fish (any brand you like in water) then throw that in with the noodles and soup mixer. (this is optional) you put the tuna noodle castarolle you made into a medium size baking pan (not glass or you will get broken glass) and sprinkle on top some bread crumbs and put small pads of butter on top to make the bread crumbs crispy also if you wish some slice tomatoes

GRANDMA SMITH'S TUNA CASSEROLE



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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

2 (6 ounce) cans canned tuna, drained
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
1 cup sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
4 -5 cups macaroni, cooked and hot
1 cup carrot, coarsely grated
1 cup celery, thinly sliced
1/4 cup green onion, thinly sliced
2 cups frozen peas
salt and pepper
crushed potato chips, for topping (optional)

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

GRANDMOTHER'S TUNA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Grandmother's Tuna Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MessyChef

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 egg (beaten)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup small curd cottage cheese
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 (6 3/4 ounce) can chunk tuna, drained
1 cup green peas (partially thawed)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook macaroni in lightly salted boiling water about 5-7 minute or until macaroni is aldente.
  • While macaroni is cooking, beat egg with salt, mustard in pepper in a medium bowl. Stir in cottage cheese, sour cream, milk and 1/2 of cheddar cheese. Save remaining cheese to sprinkle on top. Refrigerate.
  • Drain macaroni well and rinse with hot water. Place into 2 quart casserole and keep warm.
  • Stir egg mixture into cooked macaroni. Break tuna into chunks, carefully stir tuna into macaroni mixture. Sprinkle cheese on top. Cover with foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven 45 minute Remove cover and bake 10 minute longer or until lightly browned. Serve hot in casserole or spoon onto 6 plates.
  • This recipe is good doubled and can be frozen and re-heated in the microwave!

GRANDMA'S TUNA CASSEROLE WITH POTATO CHIPS AND NO NOODLES



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This is my grandma's recipe. My dad calls it "Toucan Tuna Casserole" because it uses two cans of everything. It is uncommon among tuna casserole recipes because it uses potato chips instead of noodles. Serve with Worcestershire sauce.

Provided by PJBeach

Categories     Tuna Casserole

Time 40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (13.5 ounce) bags large, ridged potato chips (such as Ruffles®)
2 (15 ounce) cans green beans, drained
2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 (5 ounce) cans water-packed tuna, drained and flaked

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Crush potato chips into a large bowl. Add green beans, condensed soup, and tuna and mix until well combined. Pack into a 10x14-inch casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is crispy, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.7 calories, Carbohydrate 44.4 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 936.4 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a large casserole dish to ensure that the tuna noodle casserole is not too crowded.
  • When cooking the noodles, be sure to cook them according to the package directions. Overcooked noodles will become mushy.
  • Do not overcook the tuna. If the tuna is overcooked, it will become dry and tough.
  • If you are using frozen peas, be sure to thaw them before adding them to the casserole.
  • If you are using a can of cream of mushroom soup, be sure to whisk it until it is smooth before adding it to the casserole.
  • Season the casserole to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Top the casserole with a layer of crushed potato chips or buttered bread crumbs before baking it.
  • Bake the casserole at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-35 minutes, or until it is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
  • Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

My Grandmother's Tuna Noodle Casserole is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of tuna, noodles, vegetables, and cheese is simply delicious. This casserole is perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck dinner.

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