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Old Fashioned Tuna Casserole
Old Fashioned Tuna Casserole is a warm memory, like a hug from an old friend. It’s a classic recipe that takes you back to a kinder and simpler time. This tuna casserole is creamy and cheesy making it so satisfying. This casserole is an easy addition to your meal rotation.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Step 1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 13×9 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Step 2
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in the onion, celery, and garlic, and cook 5 minutes or until tender.
- Step 3
Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan, and whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk and continue cooking 5 minutes, until sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
- Step 4
Add cheddar cheese. If sauce is too thick, slowly stir in reserved pasta water until sauce is desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 5
Stir in tuna, peas, onion mixture and cooked noodles. Transfer to the baking dish.
- Step 6
Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter and mix with bread crumbs, and sprinkle over the casserole.
- Step 7
Bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until bubbly and lightly browned.
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