Baked tuna macaroni is a classic comfort food dish enjoyed by many. This versatile dish can be customized to suit individual tastes, making it a perfect choice for any occasion. Whether you prefer a creamy, cheesy casserole or a lighter, healthier version, there is a baked tuna macaroni recipe out there for you. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MACARONI TUNA CASSEROLE
This dish is so easy to fix, and the flavor is better than any tuna helper I've ever tried. It was a staple when I was in college since a box of macaroni and cheese and a can of tuna cost so little. -Suzanne Zick, Osceola, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare macaroni and cheese according to package directions. Stir in soup, tuna and milk. Pour into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and, if desired, parsley. Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 522 calories, Fat 29g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 1208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
TUNA MELT MAC 'N' CHEESE
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to boil for the pasta. Salt the water and cook the pasta to less than al dente, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and drizzle with a touch of oil to keep the pasta loose.
- In a large bowl, flake the tuna and add the herbs (reserving a tablespoon or 2 for breadcrumbs), onions, mustard, celery, lemon juice, EVOO and some salt and pepper. Add the pasta and combine well. Transfer to a baking dish or large casserole dish.
- In a medium saucepot, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Whisk in the flour and cook 1 minute. Then whisk in the milk and season with salt and pepper, thicken to coat the back of a spoon. Stir in the Cheddar in a figure-eight motion. Pour the sauce evenly over the pasta and tuna. Gently combine with a spoon to settle the sauce. Cool and store for a make-ahead meal.
- Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter in a small pan and add the breadcrumbs and reserved herbs, toss to evenly distribute the butter, remove from heat and transfer to airtight container.
- To prepare, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and bring the casserole to room temperature. Top the casserole with breadcrumbs and Parm cheese. Bake until golden and hot through.
EASY MACARONI TUNA CASSEROLE
This dish is super easy. It is also a very hearty delicious bowl of comfort food. The guys in my house loved it. I loved this recipe but I used cream of mushroom soup and added the cheese into the casserole. I also melted butter and added bread crumbs to the top before baking, then sprinkle top lightly with dill seasoning. The resulting casserole was very creamy and flavorful.
Provided by Lorene Rohrbaugh
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain and return macaroni to pot.
- Stir 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup milk, and powdered cheese from envelope into the cooked macaroni. Stir cream of mushroom soup, tuna, and 1/2 cup milk into the macaroni and cheese. Pour macaroni mixture into the prepared baking dish; top with Cheddar cheese and parsley.
- Mix bread crumbs, melted butter, and dill in a small bowl; sprinkle over Cheddar cheese layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bread crumb topping is lightly browned, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 73.9 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 881.6 mg, Sugar 5.9 g
TUNA MACARONI CASSEROLE
This is the only tuna mac recipe I have made for over 20+ years. If you like a tuna casserole then just make it! You'll be glad you did. I promise.
Provided by Pot Scrubber
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook and drain macaroni. If using the optional chopped celery, boil it with the pasta.
- In a bowl blend together the soup, milk, mayo, and dry mustard.
- Stir in cheese, tuna, and pimiento.
- Gently fold in macaroni/spaghetti and transfer into a 2 quart 8X8 inch casserole dish.
- Combine crumbs, butter, and paprika and sprinkle evenly on top.
- Bake uncovered at 350 for 30-35 minutes or so. When the crumbs are a pretty color and the juices are bubbling around the edges your casserole is done.
TUNA MAC
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring water to boil in a saucepan. Cook macaroni at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender, 7 to 8 minutes; drain.
- Return macaroni to the saucepan. Stir cheese sauce mixture from the packet, margarine, and milk into the macaroni until the margarine melts and the macaroni is evenly coated in sauce. Add tuna and mushrooms; stir. Pour macaroni mixture into a small casserole dish; top with bread crumbs.
- Bake in preheated oven until hot, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.6 calories, Carbohydrate 56.3 g, Cholesterol 17.8 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 902.6 mg, Sugar 8.2 g
EASY PEASY TUNA MACARONI CASSEROLE
This is an easy tuna casserole to make. My kids and husband love it. I found a low-fat version of this on the Weight Watchers Boards and tweaked it to full-fat version.
Provided by cheesygiraffe
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350. Spray 8x12 pan.
- Boil macaroni according to package directions. Drain water from it.
- Mix all the ingredients together, reserving a small amount of cheese.
- Spread mixture into pan and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Bake 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.8, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 24.4, Sodium 422.6, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 4.3, Protein 16.2
TUNA-MACARONI SALAD
Perfect for a simple summer supper or as a main-dish potluck contribution, this tuna noodle salad is a comfort food classic that comes together in just 20 minutes. Serve it on a bed of lettuce or other cool, crisp greens, and pair it with some crusty bread for a satisfying and refreshing entrée.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook macaroni as directed on package, adding peas for last 4 to 6 minutes of cooking; rinse with cold water and drain.
- In large bowl, mix macaroni, peas and remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (about 1 cup), Sodium 650 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
TUNA MAC AND CHEESE BAKE
You can toss your other tuna casserole recipes, 'cause this one's the ultimate! You'll love the ease of this tasty dish. -Bonnie Hord, Lee's Summit, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare macaroni and cheese according to package directions. Stir in the tuna, soup, milk, peas, mushrooms and half of the fried onions. , Place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining fried onions; bake 5 minutes longer or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 976mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
BAKED TUNA MACARONI
Easy, quick twist on macaroni!
Provided by superfy_me
Time 30m
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Pour macaroni into saucepan and add can of sweetcorn
- After heating through gently spoon half into a oven proof dish
- Drain tuna and flake over the top of this
- Add other 1/2 of macaroni and slice over tomatoes
- Grill until brown and bubbling
Tips:
- Use high-quality tuna. Look for tuna that is packed in water or oil and has a firm texture.
- Cook the macaroni al dente. This will help it retain its shape and texture in the casserole.
- Use a cheese that melts well. Cheddar, mozzarella, and Swiss are all good choices.
- Season the casserole to taste. Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder are all good options.
- Top the casserole with breadcrumbs or crushed crackers before baking. This will give it a golden brown crust.
- Let the casserole cool for 10 minutes before serving. This will help it set and make it easier to slice.
Conclusion:
Baked tuna macaroni is a delicious and easy-to-make casserole that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover tuna. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that the whole family will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give baked tuna macaroni a try.
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