Best 14 Tuna Mac And Cheese Bake Recipes

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Are you in search of a quick, comforting, and delectable meal that blends the goodness of tuna, macaroni, and cheese? Look no further! The "Tuna Mac and Cheese Bake" is a culinary delight that guarantees an explosion of flavors in every bite. This article will guide you through the journey of creating a perfect tuna mac and cheese bake, complete with step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and alternative variations to suit your preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure and discover the secrets to crafting this irresistible dish that will surely become a family favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TUNA MAC



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An easy casserole using mac-n-cheese from a box with a can of tuna, mushrooms, and bread crumbs on top.

Provided by melissa loudy

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups water
1 (7.25 ounce) package macaroni and cheese dinner mix
¼ cup margarine, cut into pieces
¼ cup milk
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
1 cup bread crumbs

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

TUNA MAC AND CHEESE BAKE



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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

1 package (7-1/4 ounces) macaroni and cheese dinner mix
1 can (12 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1-1/3 cups 2% milk
2 packages (9 ounces each) frozen peas and pearl onions
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 can (2.8 ounces) French-fried onions, divided

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.

TUNA MELT MAC 'N' CHEESE



Tuna Melt Mac 'n' Cheese image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Salt
1 pound hollow cavatappi or elbows with lines, or macaroni with lines
About 3 tablespoons EVOO, plus extra for drizzling
12 ounces line-caught canned tuna, drained
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh herbs, such as dill, parsley and tarragon
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion or scallions, whites and greens
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 to 2 small ribs celery, finely chopped
1 lemon, juiced
Freshly ground black pepper
1 stick butter
3 tablespoons flour
About 2 1/2 cups whole milk
2 cups grated white Cheddar or gruyere cheese
1 1/2 cups homemade breadcrumbs or panko
1/2 cup grated Parm

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 CHEESY TUNA CASSEROLE



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A quick and easy main dish. Serve with green salad.

Provided by Wendi

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package medium seashell pasta
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (15 ounce) can mixed vegetables, drained
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon oil to the water to prevent sticking. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a 2 quart saucepan over medium heat, combine the cream of mushroom soup, mixed vegetables, canned tuna, and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. Gently fold pasta into the soup mixture and mix thoroughly. Pour pasta and soup mixture into a 11x7 inch baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cup of cheese on top.
  • Bake in a preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1697.1 calories, Carbohydrate 190 g, Cholesterol 163.7 mg, Fat 67.7 g, Fiber 15.6 g, Protein 85.6 g, SaturatedFat 33.6 g, Sodium 2353.6 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

EASY MACARONI TUNA CASSEROLE



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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

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (7.25 ounce) package macaroni and cheese
¼ cup butter
¼ cup milk
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked
½ cup milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley, or to taste
¼ cup bread crumbs
¼ cup butter, melted
½ teaspoon dried dill weed, or to taste

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

MACARONI TUNA CASSEROLE



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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

1 package (7-1/4 ounces) macaroni and cheese
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 can (5 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
1/2 cup whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Minced fresh parsley, optional

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 MACARONI CASSEROLE



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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

8 ounces elbow macaroni (can also use 1/2 a package of spaghetti noodles broken into thirds)
1/2 cup chopped celery (optional but nice)
1 (10 ounce) can cream of celery soup
1/2 cup whole milk
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 cup shredded cheese (plus a handful more to sprinkle on top if you want)
10 ounces tuna, well drained and squeezed dry (two five ounce cans of tuna)
4 tablespoons of minced jarred roasted red peppers or 4 tablespoons of jarred pimientos
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or 1 cup of panko crumbs are REALLY nice if you have them on hand)
4 tablespoons margarine
1 teaspoon paprika

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.

CHEESY TUNA MAC



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"What could be easier than dressing up a boxed macaroni and cheese mix with tuna and canned soup?" asks Stephani Martin of Macomb, Michigan. "This comforting casserole is a snap to fix, and my two boys gobble it up. You can vary the soup and veggies to suit your family's tastes."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (7-1/2 ounces) macaroni and cheese mix
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 tablespoon butter
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of broccoli soup, undiluted
1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
3/4 cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon process cheese sauce

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Stir in the milk, butter and contents of cheese packet. Add the soup, tuna, peas, onion and cheese sauce. , Spoon into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 1209mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

KRAFT® MAC AND CHEESE TUNA CASSEROLE



Kraft® Mac and Cheese Tuna Casserole image

I call this a classic tuna casserole because it is made with a boxed macaroni and cheese and the basic ingredients we all grew up with. This is comfort food at it's best, my two favorites mixed together. This is so good that I took a picture of it after having it for dinner and decided it should be shared on my favorite recipe site. You will love it too.

Provided by Nancy D'Olivo Graham

Categories     Tuna Casserole

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

nonstick cooking spray
1 (7.25 ounce) package macaroni and cheese dinner mix (such as Kraft®)
¼ cup butter
¾ cup milk
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (15 ounce) can sweet peas, drained
1 (5 ounce) can chunk light tuna, drained and flaked
1 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese
1 ⅓ cups French-fried onions

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Bring 6 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in macaroni from the box and cook for 7 minutes. Drain macaroni, then rinse under cold water and drain again. Set cheese sauce packet aside.
  • Melt butter in the same saucepan over medium heat. Add milk and cheese sauce packet; mix well. Stir in condensed soup and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.
  • Combine drained macaronis, peas, and tuna in a bowl. Fold in the cheesy soup mixture. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese, then sprinkle French-fried onions over top. Bake until onions are brown and cheese is melted, another 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.9 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 43.2 mg, Fat 32.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 1012.1 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

DELUXE TUNA MAC AND CHEESE CASSEROLE



Deluxe Tuna Mac and Cheese Casserole image

Give tuna mac and cheese casserole deluxe flavor with a crushed cracker-butter topping. Bake this Deluxe Tuna Mac and Cheese Casserole until delicious, and get ready to hand out the recipe to everyone at the potluck or family gathering.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 35m

Yield Makes 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pkg. (14 oz.) KRAFT Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 can (6 oz.) tuna, drained, flaked
1 cup milk
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup crushed round buttery crackers
1 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Prepare Dinner as directed on package. Add vegetables, tuna, milk and cheddar cheese; mix well.
  • Spoon into greased 1-1/2-quart casserole dish. Toss cracker crumbs with butter; sprinkle over casserole.
  • Bake 20 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 930 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 22 g

MACARONI TUNA CASSEROLE



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Yummy and affordable to make! This beats Tuna Helper anyday. From TOH Quick Cooking '99. (I usually double this when making.)

Provided by Me Mr. Jones

Categories     Tuna

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (7 1/4 ounce) package macaroni and cheese mix
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup butter (not spread or tub product) or 1/4 cup margarine (not spread or tub product)
1 (10 3/4 ounce) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 (6 ounce) can canned tuna, drained and flaked
1/2 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • 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.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.3, Fat 29.1, SaturatedFat 16.4, Cholesterol 100, Sodium 1429, Carbohydrate 42.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 6.3, Protein 28

BAKED TUNA MACARONI



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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

SOUTHWEST TUNA MACARONI AND CHEESE CASSEROLE



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I made this recipe last night with things that I had on-hand, I must say that I had no leftovers -- from my kids to their friends, me and Pube....We all loved this! It's so easy that I'm a bit embarrassed to post...But it's one of our new favorites!

Provided by Stacky5

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups macaroni
12 ounces solid white tuna packed in water (Albacore, drained)
10 3/4 ounces Campbell southwest-style pepper jack soup
10 3/4 ounces milk (1 soup can full)
1/2 cup mayonnaise (Hellman's, not Miracle Whip)
2 tablespoons Progresso Italian-style fine bread crumbs
1 -2 tablespoon margarine, cut into slivers
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
salt & pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions to "al dente", then drain and rinse with cool water, and let drain again.
  • Meanwhile, combine soup, mayonnaise and milk, and stir until smooth.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and slightly grease a 2 quart glass baking dish.
  • Mix macaroni, soup mixture, cheddar cheese, salt & pepper, and flaked tuna thoroughly in a large bowl.
  • Pour mixture into baking dish, sprinkle bread crumbs evenly on top, and then dot with margarine on top.
  • Bake, uncovered at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

TUNA MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Tuna Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by RecipeNut

Categories     Tuna

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups water
2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
3/4 lb Velveeta cheese, cut up
16 ounces frozen mixed vegetables, thawed, drained
6 ounces tuna, drained
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Bring water to boil in saucepan.
  • Stir in macaroni.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low; cover.
  • Simmer 8 to 10 minutes or until macaroni is tender.
  • Add Velveeta, vegetables, tuna and milk; stir until Velveeta is melted.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality tuna. Look for tuna that is packed in water or olive oil and has a firm texture.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. A combination of cheddar, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheese will give your macaroni and cheese a delicious flavor.
  • Cook the macaroni al dente. This will prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Don't overcook the tuna. Tuna is a delicate fish that can easily become dry and tough.
  • Add vegetables to your macaroni and cheese. This will make it more nutritious and flavorful.
  • Season your macaroni and cheese to taste. Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or any other spices you like.
  • Serve your macaroni and cheese hot. It's best when it's fresh out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Tuna macaroni and cheese is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It's also a great way to use up leftover tuna. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and tender macaroni, tuna macaroni and cheese is a comfort food that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tuna macaroni and cheese a try.

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