Best Tuna Noodle Casserole without ricotta

Ingredients

• onion
• garlic
• milk
• heavy cream
• cheddar cheese
• mozzarella
• paprika
• crushed tomatoes
• ground beef
• elbow macaroni
• mustard
• scallions

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Warm butter in a Dutch oven; sauté the onion and garlic until soft.
3. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a light roux.
4. Whisk in milk gradually; simmer until slightly thickened.
5. Add the main ingredients and seasonings; cook until tender.
6. Transfer to a baking dish; top with cheese and bake until golden and bubbling.
7. Rest 5 minutes, then serve hot.