Campbell’s tuna noodle casserole recipe, which comes together quickly with cheap ingredients, is the quintessential comfort food.
Tuna Noodle Casserole Ingredients
These are the simple, budget-friendly ingredients you’ll need to make this tuna noodle casserole recipe:
- Noodles: This tuna noodle casserole starts with cooked medium egg noodles.
- Soup: Two cans of Campbell's Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup adds creaminess and tons of flavor.
- Tuna: For this classic recipe, you’ll need two 10-ounce cans of drained tuna.
- Peas: Frozen green peas lend a burst of color and flavor.
- Milk: Create the perfect texture with a cup of whole milk. For a lighter version, you can use reduced fat milk.
- Bread crumbs: Use store-bought bread crumbs or make your own at home.
- Butter: Mix the bread crumbs with melted butter for a flavorful and rich topping.
How to Make Tuna Noodle Casserole
You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below – but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make this homemade tuna noodle casserole:
- Stir the noodles, soup, tuna, peas, and milk together in a casserole dish.
- Bake the noodle mixture until hot.
- Make the topping and sprinkle it over the casserole.
- Continue baking until the bread crumbs are golden brown and crispy.
Recipe Tips
- In place of buttered breadcrumbs, top with 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese.
- Substitute about 2 cups of cooked cubed chicken or Swanson Chunk Chicken, drained, for tuna.
How to Store Tuna Noodle Casserole
Store your leftover tuna noodle casserole in a shallow, airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. Reheat thoroughly in the oven or in the microwave.
Can You Freeze Tuna Noodle Casserole?
While the noodles will taste better fresh, you can freeze tuna noodle casserole for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then reheat in the oven or microwave.
Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise
“I loved it,” says kittym. “It reminded me of when I was a kid. I'm going to try it with leftover turkey after thanksgiving. This was great.”
“The recipe was fun and easy to make,” according to giesbrechtkathleen05. “One of my favorite comfort food dishes. Added a little shredded cheddar after baking. Really yummy.”
“I just made it and it’s delicious,” raves Sleek28. “I have noticed that it tastes even better reheated as leftovers. I made it gluten-free for my mom and it turned out great.”
