Tuna Noodle Casserole

Ingredients

• 6 ounces egg noodles, cooked until al dente and drained
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon table salt
• 1 10 1/2-ounce can of cream of celery soup
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 7-ounce cans tuna, drained and flaked
• 1 cup diced celery
• 1/3 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/3 cup chopped scallions with some green tops
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 3/4 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
• Freshly ground black pepper.
• Pinch cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped toasted almonds
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Method

Step 01

Preheat oven to 425°.

Step 02

Lightly butter a 2-quart casserole and combine the cooked noodles with the salt and minced thyme.  Set aside.

Step 03

In a medium saucepan, mix together the milk and canned soup over medium heat until smooth, stirring constantly.  Gently fold in the tuna, celery, red bell pepper, scallions, mayonnaise and all but 2 tablespoons of the grated cheddar.  Stir until the cheese is melted.

Step 04

Add the cheese sauce to the casserole and mix thoroughly with the noodles.   Sprinkle the top with the remaining cheese and the chopped almonds.

Step 05

Bake for about 20 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned.  Garnish with parsley before serving.