Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe

whole wheat wide noodles (similar to egg noodles in shape)

 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup

 (5 ounce) cans of solid white tuna, drained

 (5 ounce) can of sliced water chestnuts, roughly chopped

frozen peas

and 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese, divided