Brings Back Memories Tuna Casserole Recipe

A nostalgic tuna noodle casserole recipe, reminiscent of childhood comfort food! This creamy, dreamy dish features tender egg noodles, creamy mushroom soup (or chicken, for the mushroom-averse!), chunks of tuna, and sweet peas, all topped with crispy potato chips. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a family gathering, this recipe is sure to bring back happy memories (and maybe even win over picky eaters!). Get ready for a blast from the past with this updated classic!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 780.4 kcal
Protein 61g
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Ingredients for Brings Back Memories Tuna Casserole

  • 1 pound egg noodles
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
  • 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 1 1/2 cups crushed potato chips
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Brings Back Memories Tuna Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook 1 pound egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water; set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken), 1/2 cup milk, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Gently fold in 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna (drained), 1 cup frozen peas (thawed), and the cooked noodles until evenly coated.
  5. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour the noodle mixture into the prepared dish.
  6. Sprinkle evenly with 1 1/2 cups crushed potato chips.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

27g

Carbs

32g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Brings Back Memories Tuna Casserole?

Brings Back Memories Tuna Casserole takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Brings Back Memories Tuna Casserole?

Brings Back Memories Tuna Casserole has approximately 780.4 calories per serving, with about 61 g protein, 32 g carbohydrates and 46 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Brings Back Memories Tuna Casserole?

The key ingredients for Brings Back Memories Tuna Casserole are Egg Noodles, Condensed Cream Of Mushroom Soup, Milk, Tuna, Frozen Peas, Potato Chips. See the full list with measurements above.

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