Description
Cozy Up with This Easy Tuna Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to your dinner table. This creamy, hearty dish combines tender elbow macaroni, savory tuna, and a velvety cream of mushroom sauce, all topped with melted cheddar cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The delightful aroma wafts through your kitchen as it bakes, inviting everyone to indulge in a bowl of nostalgia. With its versatility, you can easily customize this casserole by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping cheeses. Whether served fresh from the oven or enjoyed as leftovers, this tuna casserole promises to please every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cans (10 oz each) canned tuna
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- In a large bowl, mix drained tuna, frozen peas, cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in cooked pasta until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 50mg