Classic tuna noodle casserole is made with canned tuna, egg noodles, and just a few other simple ingredients then baked in a buttery breadcrumb topping.

Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole

From the recipe collection of Tara Ippolito

Sometimes theres nothing better than an old school classic tuna noodle casserole.

We used to eat this all the time as kids when I was growing up. My mom would make it for me and my siblings because it was easy, affordable and we absolutely loved it.

It was no easy task meal planning for four children with very different tastes but this dinner was one we could always agreed on.

Now that Im a Mother myself, I make this recipe for my own family for all of those very same reasons. Not to mention its become incredibly nostalgic for me, too.

Simple recipes like this one are life savors on busy weeknights when Im swamped but need to get dinner on the table fast. This recipe can even be made a day or two ahead if needed. Just assemble it, then place it covered in the fridge and add the breadcrumb topping just before popping it into the oven.

It just can't get and easier than that if you ask me.

Another great thing about this recipe is that I usually already have most of the ingredients to make in my pantry. I can easily throw this together and have a delicious, filling dinner in no time.

I hope you give this recipe a try. If you do, I know you'll love it just as much as my family and I do.

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Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole Variations

I like this casserole recipe made just the way it is but here are some ways to change it up if you'd like to.

• Soup- Cream of celery soup can be substituted for the cream of mushroom.
• Tuna- Any brand of canned tuna would be okay to use here. I prefer tuna canned in water but tuna canned tuna in oil would be ok to use, too
• Cheese- Personally, I think cheddar cheese is the best choice for this recipe but any kind of cheese would work here. Just be sure to shred the cheese yourself because it will melt much better.
• Peas- Use frozen or canned.

Other Easy Casserole Recipes

If you like super easy to make casserole recipes like this one, here are some others that I know you'll love, too.

• Stuffed Pepper Casserole
• Newport Beef Casserole
• Easy Enchilada Casserole
• Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole Ingredients

• Egg Noodles
• Canned Tuna, drained very well
• Cream Of Mushroom Soup
• Frozen Peas, thawed
• Butter
• Onion, diced
• Celery, chopped
• Salt and Pepper, to taste
• Milk
• Cheddar Cheese, hand shredded
• Seasoned Breadcrumbs

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

First, boil the egg noodles until al dente and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process.

While that’s cooking, sauté the chopped onion and celery in butter and lightly season them with salt and pepper. Set them aside once they’re soft and let them cool slightly.

Now in a large bowl, mix together the tuna, cream of mushroom soup, peas, milk, cheese, sautéed onion and celery salt and pepper.

Then place the mixture into a casserole dish and smooth it out until its flat and even.

Next, in a medium size bowl, mix melted butter and breadcrumbs together then sprinkle it over the casserole.

Now bake it for about 20 minutes or until the breadcrumbs are toasted and the casserole is bubbling on the sides.

Let it cool slightly and serve. Enjoy!