Need a quick meal that will keep the hungry mouths in your house happy? Then you have to try this tuna pasta casserole. Pasta is always popular in our house, and any leftovers of this casserole make a great addition to the kids’ lunchboxes the next day.
You can whip up this recipe with just four ingredients — everyday items that will fit most food budgets. It’s a hearty, tasty and quick meal that will satisfy any appetite, and it’s easy enough for a busy weeknight when time is tight.
Quick and Tasty Tuna Pasta Casserole
Ingredients
- 16oz pasta (any type)
- 1 and 1/2 cups of grated cheese (save half for sprinkling on top)
- 1 tin of cream of mushroom soup
- 1 tin of tuna (drained)
Method
1. Preheat oven to 190C / 375F.
2. Cook the pasta according to the instructions and drain.
3. Combine all ingredients in a large casserole and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
4. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and stir.
5. Continue to bake for 10 more minutes or until the cheese is entirely melted.
6. Stir and serve the tuna pasta casserole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different pasta shape?
Yes — this recipe works well with almost any pasta shape you have to hand. Shorter shapes like penne, fusilli or macaroni tend to hold the sauce best.
Can I freeze tuna pasta casserole?
Leftovers can be cooled and stored in an airtight container in the fridge for a couple of days. If you’d like to freeze it, cool it fully first and use a freezer-safe container.
Can I swap the cream of mushroom soup for something else?
If you’d prefer not to use tinned soup, a simple white sauce or another cream-based soup can work as a substitute. The texture may vary slightly, but the casserole will still bake up nicely.
Is this a good recipe for using up leftovers?
Yes — it’s a handy way to use up pasta or tinned tuna you already have, and any extra portions are perfect for packing into lunchboxes the next day.
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