How To Make Tuna Casserole

How To Make Tuna Casserole

Tuna casserole is a classic American family favorite that has warmed the plates and stomachs of the young and old. Tuna casserole is incredibly simple to make; you can have it ready in just 30 minutes! Our VideoJug chef, "CJ" aka Chris Jacobson shows you this classic tuna casserole recipe.

You will need

• 260 g mushrooms , sliced
• ½ medium onion , diced
• 1 cups (250ml) chicken stock
• 4 cups (1000ml) cream
• 90 g Parmesan cheese
• 450 g egg noodles
• 400 g tuna , in oil
• 300 g peas
• canola oil
• lemon juice , to taste
• salt , to taste
• pepper , to taste
• 1 casserole dish

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Step 1:

Sauté Mushrooms And Onions

Fill the bottom of a large, hot pot with canola oil and add 4 cups (260 g) sliced mushrooms; sauté for 5 minutes. Allow the mushrooms to sit and change color. Salt and pepper to taste and stir. When the mushrooms have softened, add 1/2 diced onion and stir until soft.

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Step 2:

Great Mushroom Soup

Add 1 cup (240 ml) chicken stock to the sautéing mushrooms and onions. Continue by adding 4 cups (1 L) cream and 1/2 cup (90 g) Parmesan cheese to the pot. Bring to a boil then down to a simmer for 10-20 minutes.

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Step 3:

Time For Tuna

With the mushroom soup simmering, add 1 lb (450 g) egg noodles, cooked al dente (slightly undercooked). Next, add 12 oz (400 g) tuna, in oil. Finally, add 2 cups (300 g) peas and incorporate. Stir and incorporate all ingredients completely and bring back up to a simmer. Add a squeeze of lemon juice if desired. Pour the entire contents evenly into an oven-safe casserole dish and bake at 350F (180C/Gas Mark #4) for 15-20 minutes.

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Step 4:

Serve

Allow the tuna casserole to cool slightly before serving. Serve generously in a bowl and enjoy!