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Simple Tuna Noodle Casserole

Yields6 ServingsTotal Time45 mins

Ingredients
 8 ounces Mueller's® Wide Egg Noodles, uncooked
 1 (12-ounce) can chunk light tuna in water
 2 cups water
 1/2 cup chive and onion cream cheese spread
 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
 1/2 teaspoon salt
 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
 2-1/2 cups frozen green peas
 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
 2 cups pretzels (twists or sticks), crushed
Cooking directions
1

Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

2

Place uncooked noodles into the baking dish and top evenly with undrained tuna; set aside.

3

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine water, cream cheese spread, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Stir well and microwave for 2 additional minutes or until boiling.

4

Carefully pour hot cheese mixture over tuna and noodles in baking dish.

5

Cover dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake at 400°F for 15 minutes.

6

Remove from oven and stir frozen peas into noodle and cheese mixture. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and cover again with foil. Bake for 15 minutes more or until noodles are tender.

7

Top with crushed pretzels just prior to serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 6 Servings

Servings 6