Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe – Food Wishes

Are you tired of the same old tuna salad sandwiches? Why not try a Tuna Noodle Casserole for your next meal? This classic dish is sure to satisfy your taste buds, and it’s easy to prepare. Here’s a delicious and easy to follow recipe by Food Wishes to guide you through:

Ingredients:

– 12 oz. egg noodles
– 1 can tuna, drained
– 2 tbsp. butter
– 2 tbsp. flour
– 2 cups milk
– 1 cup frozen peas
– 1 cup grated cheese
– 1 cup panko bread crumbs
– Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions, then set them aside.

3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

4. Add in the flour and whisk it in well, cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is light brown.

5. Slowly add the milk, whisking constantly to ensure a smooth sauce. Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes until it reaches a thick, creamy consistency.

6. Add in the tuna, peas, and grated cheese to the saucepan, stirring until everything is well combined, then season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. Add in the egg noodles, and mix until they are coated evenly.

8. Transfer everything to a 9×13-inch baking dish.

9. Sprinkle the panko bread crumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.

10. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top has turned golden brown and the mixture is bubbling.

11. Serve and enjoy!

Bullet points :

– Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
– Cook 12 oz. of egg noodles according to package instructions, then set them aside.
– In a large saucepan, melt 2 tbsp. butter over medium heat.
– Add in 2 tbsp. flour and whisk it in well, cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is light brown.
– Slowly add 2 cups of milk, whisking constantly to ensure a smooth sauce.
– Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes until it reaches a thick, creamy consistency.
– Add in 1 can tuna, 1 cup frozen peas, and 1 cup grated cheese to the saucepan, stirring until everything is well combined.
– Season with salt and pepper to taste.
– Add in the egg noodles, and mix until they are coated evenly.
– Transfer everything to a 9×13-inch baking dish.
– Sprinkle 1 cup of panko bread crumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.
– Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top has turned golden brown and the mixture is bubbling.