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Looking for a hearty, satisfying meal you can whip up in a pinch? Easy Tuna Noodles is the perfect go-to recipe when you need a quick and tasty meal with minimal ingredients! This dish requires only shelf-stable pantry staples, making it ideal for emergency situations when you’re short on fresh ingredients or if you’re facing a power outage. With just a can of tuna, a can of peas, and a can of cream of mushroom soup (or any cream-based soup you have on hand), you can create a creamy, comforting meal that will fill you up and keep you going.
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To make Easy Tuna Noodles, all you need to do is drain the tuna and peas, mix them with the canned soup, and heat everything together on a portable stove or over a camping flame if you’re in a pinch. Serve this savory mixture over a plate of pre-cooked noodles (which can easily be prepared ahead of time or quickly cooked with boiled water if you have access to a camping stove). To add a bit of extra flavor, sprinkle on a dash of pepper, a little onion powder, or even some garlic powder if you have it in your pantry.
Not only is this dish delicious, but it’s also highly adaptable and can work with various canned vegetables or different types of cream soup. This Easy Tuna Noodles recipe is perfect for emergency food preparation, as it’s made entirely from shelf-stable ingredients that can be stored long-term. In an emergency or when fresh food isn’t available, this meal provides a warm, satisfying option without requiring power or refrigeration, making it the ultimate easy and comforting survival meal.
PrintEmergency-ready Easy Tuna Noodles
Ingredients
- 1 can of tuna, drained
- 1 can of peas, drained
- 1 can of cream of mushroom soup (or any cream-based soup of your choice)
- 8 oz of egg noodles, cooked (or any pasta you prefer)
- Pepper, to taste
- Onion powder, to taste (optional)
- Garlic powder, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the tuna, peas, and cream of mushroom soup.
- Stir the ingredients together and heat over medium heat until warmed through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season with pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder to taste, if desired.
- Serve the mixture over your cooked noodles, and enjoy!
Notes
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If you have an electric stove, consider purchasing a camping stove or a butane stove to prepare meals like this during power outages. These portable stoves are affordable, easy to use, and invaluable for cooking non-perishable food for hurricane season or any emergency situation where power may be unavailable.
In emergency situations where washing dishes isn’t practical, stock up on paper plates, paper bowls, and plastic silverware. These disposable options make clean-up quick and easy, allowing you to enjoy meals like this with minimal hassle.
Don’t forget the manual can opener!
