Macaroni Tuna Casserole

Comfort food meets simplicity with this classic Macaroni Tuna Casserole, a family-friendly dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Featuring tender elbow macaroni, protein-rich canned tuna, and creamy mushroom soup, this hearty casserole is elevated with the addition of sweet peas, savory sautéed onions, and a blend of gooey melted cheddar cheese. Topped with a buttery breadcrumb crust that bakes to golden perfection, each bite delivers a satisfying blend of textures and flavors. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, this recipe offers nostalgic charm for dinners and leftovers alike. Serve it piping hot alongside a crisp green salad or your favorite garlic bread for a meal that's as comforting as it is delicious. Keywords: Macaroni Tuna Casserole, easy casserole recipe, creamy tuna pasta bake, family dinner ideas, classic comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 2 cans canned tuna in water, drained
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 0 as needed cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese, peas, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 4

Add the cooked macaroni to the bowl with the tuna mixture and stir to coat the pasta evenly.

Step 5

Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out into an even layer.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the cheese layer.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1440.9 grams (1440.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2883

Total Fat 122.50g	157%
Saturated Fat 70.50g	353%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.70g
Cholesterol 356mg	119%
Sodium 5699mg	248%
Total Carbohydrate 312.20g	114%
Dietary Fiber 25.00g	89%
Total Sugars 49.10g
Protein 142.00g	284%

Vitamin D 300IU	1501%
Calcium 2257mg	174%
Iron 18mg	100%
Potassium 1751mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.8%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 42.8%