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Cheesy Tuna Noodle Casserole: 1 Ultimate Bake

Cheesy tuna noodle casserole
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This recipe delivers an incredibly cheesy tuna noodle casserole with layers of extra cheese for a perfectly melty bake. It’s a comforting dish that brings joy to any meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (16 ounce) package egg noodles
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  3. While noodles are cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, drained tuna, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook, stirring, until well combined and heated through.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup of the cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of the Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet mixture and stir gently to coat.
  7. Pour the noodle mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
  8. Top evenly with the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  10. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For an even cheesier casserole, you can add an extra 1/2 cup of your favorite cheese on top before baking.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or corn for extra flavor and color.
  • If you prefer a creamier texture, you can add an extra 1/4 cup of milk.

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