Easy Macaroni Tuna Casserole
Easy Macaroni Tuna Casserole bakes up rich and comforting with tender pasta, flaky tuna, and a savory mushroom sauce, all under a buttery, golden breadcrumb topping. Cheddar melts into the mix for a gooey finish, while dill and parsley add a fresh lift. It’s a crowd-pleasing weeknight bake perfect for cozy family dinners or potlucks.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish.
- 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring now and then, until cooked through but still slightly firm, 8 minutes. Drain and return the macaroni to the pot.
- 3
Stir in 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup milk, and the envelope of powdered cheese from the package. Add the mushroom soup, tuna, and 1/2 cup milk; stir to combine. Pour the macaroni mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with the Cheddar cheese and parsley.
- 4
Combine the bread crumbs, 1/4 cup melted butter, and dill in a small bowl; sprinkle over the Cheddar cheese layer.
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and the top is golden brown, about 20 minutes.
- Calories 411.5 kcal High
- Protein 15.71 g Good Source
- Carbs 18.8 g Moderate
- Total Fat 30.61 g High
- Saturated Fat 16.42 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 76.09 mg High
- Sodium 832.46 mg High
- Fiber 0.36 g Low Source
- Sugar 2.46 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.17 g Low Source
- Calcium 258.02 mg Moderate
- Iron 0.88 mg Low Source
- Potassium 184.61 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 86.59 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.99 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.82 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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