Name: The Very Best Tuna Noodle Casserole
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup chopped sweet onion; 3/4 cup finely chopped carrot; 2 celery stalks (finely chopped); 2 garlic cloves (minced); 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 3 1/2 cups low sodium chicken stock; 1 cup half and half; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 1 teaspoon fresh chopped thyme; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1 cup frozen peas (thawed); 6 ounces wide egg noodles; 1 5 ounce can water packed tuna (drained and flaked); 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 3 tablespoons butter (melted); 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs