Tuna Fish Junk
Dive into the comfort of home-cooked nostalgia with this Tuna Fish Junk recipe, a timeless casserole that's creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly crunchy. Made with everyday pantry staples like tender elbow macaroni, protein-packed canned tuna, cream of mushroom soup, and frozen peas, this hearty dish is baked to perfection with a golden layer of crushed potato chips for a crispy finish. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner that serves up to four. Perfect for busy families or anyone craving a cozy one-dish meal, this tuna noodle casserole is a savory blend of textures and flavors you’ll want to make again and again.
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Ingredients
- 2 5 oz cans Canned tuna
- 1 10.5 oz can Cream of mushroom soup
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 2 cups Elbow macaroni
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Crushed potato chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned tuna (drained), cream of mushroom soup, milk, cheddar cheese, frozen peas, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Step 4
Add the cooked macaroni to the mixture and stir until the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
Step 5
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Step 6
Sprinkle the crushed potato chips over the top to create a crispy topping.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the dish is bubbly and the potato chip topping is golden brown.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Tuna Fish Junk!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1035.3 grams (1035.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2019 |
| Total Fat 71.80g | 92% |
| Saturated Fat 30.00g | 150% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g | |
| Cholesterol 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium 3799mg | 165% |
| Total Carbohydrate 244.80g | 89% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.40g | 66% |
| Total Sugars 30.30g | |
| Protein 90.90g | 182% |
| Vitamin D 253IU | 1263% |
| Calcium 903mg | 69% |
| Iron 11mg | 63% |
| Potassium 2088mg | 44% |
Source of Calories