Tuna Tempter
Dive into comfort food bliss with the irresistible "Tuna Tempter," a creamy, cheesy tuna noodle casserole that’s as satisfying as it is simple to make! Perfectly cooked egg noodles are tossed with tender canned tuna, sweet peas, and a luscious cream of mushroom soup sauce, all infused with a hint of garlic and a touch of diced onion for depth of flavor. Topped with a golden, buttery breadcrumb crust and plenty of melted cheddar cheese, this easy-to-bake casserole delivers rich, hearty flavors in every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Serve straight from the oven for a warm, nostalgic meal that’s sure to tempt everyone at the table.
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Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 ounces each) canned tuna
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 10.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons (melted) butter
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to the package directions until al dente, drain, and set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
Step 4
Stir in the drained tuna, cooked egg noodles, diced onion, frozen peas, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix gently to combine.
Step 5
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or a small amount of butter. Transfer the tuna and noodle mixture into the prepared dish, spreading it evenly.
Step 6
In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs with the melted butter. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the casserole.
Step 7
Top the casserole with the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1561.3 grams (1561.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2368 |
| Total Fat 108.00g | 138% |
| Saturated Fat 58.50g | 293% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g | |
| Cholesterol 400mg | 133% |
| Sodium 4587mg | 199% |
| Total Carbohydrate 239.80g | 87% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.70g | 74% |
| Total Sugars 46.00g | |
| Protein 113.60g | 227% |
| Vitamin D 241IU | 1205% |
| Calcium 2062mg | 159% |
| Iron 15mg | 81% |
| Potassium 1842mg | 39% |
Source of Calories