Deluxe Tuna Casserole With Egg Noodles

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The ritz crackers give this casserole a great crunch. The sour cream can be replaced with yogurt if desired.

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Steps

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Set oven to 350 degrees f.

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Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.

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Cook egg noodles in boiling salted water until firm-tender.

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Drain.

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In a small skillet saute the onions with celery and garlic in butter or margarine until soft.

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In a large bowl combine cooked noodles , sauteed veggies , shredded cheese , parmesan cheese , tuna , half and half cream , peas , mushroom soup , sour cream , salt , pepper , and old bay seasoning.

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Mix well to combine.

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Transfer the mixture into the baking dish.

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Sprinkle the cracker crumbs over the mixture.

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Drizzle the melted butter over the crumbs , then sprinkle lightly with paprika.

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Bake for about 30-35 minutes , or until the top is browned and the casserole is bubbly.

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Ingredients

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wide egg noodles, celery, onion, garlic, butter, canned tuna, frozen peas, half-and-half cream, sour cream, cream of mushroom soup, white cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper, dried dill, old bay seasoning, ritz crackers, paprika