Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole (Print Version)

Tender noodles with creamy tuna sauce, peas, and a golden Ritz cracker crust for a comforting meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz egg noodles

→ Casserole Mixture

02 - 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
03 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
04 - 1 cup whole milk
05 - 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - 1/2 cup sour cream
08 - 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
09 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
10 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
11 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ Topping

12 - 1 sleeve (about 30) Ritz crackers, crushed
13 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
14 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Boil egg noodles in salted water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, mix tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, peas, cheddar, sour cream, onion, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Fold in cooked noodles until coated evenly.
04 - Transfer mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
05 - Mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and Parmesan cheese if using. Sprinkle over casserole evenly.
06 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until topping is golden and casserole is bubbling.
07 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Tender noodles with creamy tuna sauce
  • Buttery golden Ritz cracker topping
02 -
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven
  • For added flavor, stir in sautéed mushrooms or diced celery
03 -
  • Substitute cream of celery or chicken soup for a different twist
  • Use freshly crushed Ritz crackers for the best texture
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