Tuna Noodle Casserole

Step 1

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Step 3

Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add garlic and shallots, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Stir in half and half and Dijon until slightly thickened, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 6

Remove from heat. Stir in cheddar cheese until smooth, about 2 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in pasta, tuna and green peas until well combined; season with salt and pepper, to taste; sprinkle with Panko mixture.

Step 8

Place into oven and bake until golden brown and bubbly. about 25-30 minutes.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with chives, if desired.

Step 10

In a small bowl, combine Panko, Parmesan, lemon zest and olive oil.