RETRO TUNA CASSEROLE

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My husband and I were trying to decide what to have for dinner today, which is Ash Wednesday. We tossed around a few dinner ideas; actually I was doing all the tossing--his response was always the same: he wanted a cheeseburger. I'm not suggesting this casserole tastes like a cheeseburger, but each time he opened his mouth at...

Provided by CHRISTINE REARDON

Categories     Casseroles

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 c uncooked shells
1/4 c butter
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 tsp sea salt (i use coarse crystals)
1/4 tsp ground pepper (i love mccormick's black peppercorn grinder)
1/4 c flour
1 3/4 c milk
8 oz sharp cheddar cheese or american cheese, shredded; or, if using a block, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 c frozen peas
1/2 c bread crumbs
1 can(s) solid white tuna (5 oz)

Steps:

  • 1. Cook macaroni as directed on box. Cook and stir butter, onion, salt and pepper over medium heat until onion is slightly tender. Stir in flour. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth and bubbly; remove from heat. Stir in milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute; remove from heat. Stir in cheese until melted; add tuna and peas.
  • 2. Place macaroni in ungreased 2 quart casserole. Stir cheese sauce into macaroni. Sprinkle bread crumbs (I love Progresso's Panko bread crumbs) over top. Bake, uncovered, in 375 degree oven for about 30 minutes.
  • 3. This goes nicely with a green salad on the side. And a glass of wine, if the mood dictates...

Deborah Mitchell
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover tuna.


Randall Smith
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This casserole is perfect for a cold winter night.


Bryce Rittenhouse
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I love the combination of flavors in this casserole.


Bibas Tamang
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


N4as Naraa
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a hit.


Ishaq Cheema
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat tuna.


Salman shah48
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I made this casserole with gluten-free bread crumbs and it was just as good.


Kaipu David
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Farhan ali Darian ali
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I added a can of diced tomatoes to this casserole and it was delicious.


Khuliso Nemandala
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I made this casserole with whole wheat bread crumbs and it was just as good.


Arielly Palomino
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat fish.


Cabdi Naasir
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I'm so glad I found this recipe!


David Asif
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This casserole is perfect for a cold winter night.


Praween Shankhadev
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I love the combination of flavors in this casserole.


Rajon Chowhan
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This casserole is so delicious and comforting.


kim fofo
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Frank C Lewis IV
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Khadija Omar
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Gangamala Minerals
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This casserole was a hit with my family! It's a great way to use up leftover tuna, and it's so easy to make.