How to Make Tuna Noodle Casserole from Scratch - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a comforting and delicious meal to serve your family, look no further than this Tuna Noodle Casserole from Scratch. This classic dish is a staple in many households, and for good reason – it's easy to make, budget-friendly, and absolutely delicious.

Unlike the canned soup version, this homemade Tuna Noodle Casserole is made entirely from scratch, with wholesome ingredients and no preservatives. The result is a creamy, savory casserole that will become a new fami...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter, divided
  • 1 (8 ounce) package uncooked medium egg noodles
  • ½ medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces button mushrooms, sliced
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked
  • 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 3 tablespoons bread crumbs
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Butter a medium baking dish with 1 tablespoon butter.
  • 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 and set aside.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in onion, celery, and garlic; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high and mix in mushrooms. Continue to cook and stir until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 5 more minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan; whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk and cook until sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in tuna, peas, mushroom mixture, and cooked noodles. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Place remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a microwave-safe bowl; cook in the microwave until melted, about 10 seconds. Mix in bread crumbs until combined and sprinkle over casserole. Top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and lightly browned, about 25 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    546 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 19g
    • Cholesterol: 121mg
    • Sodium: 786mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 302mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 486mg