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Tuna Noodle Bake

Tuna Noodle Bake
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Written By: The Old Farmer’s Almanac Editors The Almanac Editors and Staff
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Makes 4 to 6 servings.
Category
Fish and Seafood
Pasta
Course
Lunch
Main Dish
Credit
The Old Farmer's Almanac EATS

This creamy Tuna Noodle Bake brings classic comfort food to the dinner table with tender egg noodles, flaked tuna, sharp cheddar, and diced tomato. A homemade sauce ties it all together, while an optional cracker crumb topping adds crunch. Serve with a green salad for a satisfying family supper.

Ingredients
5 ounces (about 3 cups) wide egg noodles
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2-1⁄2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3⁄4 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1⁄2 teaspoon paprika
2-1⁄4 cups milk
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
1⁄2 teaspoon ground mustard
1⁄4 cup sour cream or 3 tablespoons cream cheese
1 can (5 to 6 ounces) oil-packed tuna, undrained, flaked
1 medium tomato, seeded and diced
1-1⁄2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup fine cracker crumbs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare noodles according to package directions. Drain, then transfer to a large bowl, drizzle with 1 teaspoon of oil, and toss to avoid clumping.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter a medium casserole.
  3. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add onions and cook for 5 minutes, or until soft. Add flour, seafood seasoning, and paprika and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add milk, salt, and mustard and whisk to blend. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens, whisking often. Add sour cream and whisk until blended. Pour sauce over noodles.
  4. Add tuna, tomato, and cheddar and mix to coat. Pour mixture into casserole. Sprinkle with cracker crumbs (if using) and drizzle with remaining oil. Bake for 30 minutes, or until bubbly.

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