Tuna Noodle Casserole
Italian-American Tuna Noodle Casserole
Italian-American Tuna Noodle Casserole — a cozy, reliable classic with simple steps, substitutions, and serving tips.
Ingredients
- olive oil
- onion
- garlic
- celery
- flour
- heavy cream
- mozzarella
- crushed tomatoes
- ground beef
- chicken breast
- elbow macaroni
- potatoes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Warm butter in a Dutch oven; sauté the onion and garlic until soft.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a light roux.
- Whisk in milk gradually; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add the main ingredients and seasonings; cook until tender.
- Transfer to a baking dish; top with cheese and bake until golden and bubbling.
- Rest 5 minutes, then serve hot.