Tuna Noodle Casserole
Devashish
Perfect for busy weeknights, it delivers a satisfying 424 calories per serving while providing essential nutrients like calcium, iron, and vitamins. This timeless Tuna Noodle Casserole brings comfort food to a whole new level in just one hour.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 424 kcal
9x13 inch baking dish
Large skillet
For the Casserole
- 8 ounces medium-size shell pasta
- 4 Tablespoons butter divided
- 1 rib celery diced
- 1/4 cup onion diced
- 3/4 cup frozen peas
- 1 clove garlic minced
For the Topping
- 1/2 cup Ritz crackers crushed
- 1 Tablespoon butter melted
Cook the noodles just until al dente, according to package instructions.
Sauté the veggies: Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet. Add celery, onion, peas and garlic and saute for a few minutes. Remove vegetables from pan and set aside.
Make Sauce: Add remaining 3 tablespoons butter to the pan. Once melted and the flour and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly until smooth. Bring mixture to a low simmer.
Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Calories: 424kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 21gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 53mgSodium: 616mgPotassium: 358mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 785IUVitamin C: 10.6mgCalcium: 264mgIron: 1.8mg
Keyword casserole dish, comfort food, creamy noodles, pasta bake, seafood pasta