Tuna-Mac Casserole

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Servings: 7 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Comforting baked pasta dish with creamy mushroom sauce and tender tuna
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This comforting Tuna-Mac Casserole is a classic weeknight dinner that delivers rich, savory flavors with minimal effort. The dish combines tender elbow macaroni with a velvety sauce made from reduced-fat cream of mushroom soup and skim milk. Flaked water-packed tuna adds a hearty protein boost, while fresh mushrooms and green onions provide texture and a pop of freshness. A hint of celery seed and lemon pepper elevates the profile, creating a balanced blend of earthy and zesty notes. Perfect for busy evenings, this casserole bakes until bubbly and golden, offering a satisfying meal for the whole family. It’s also freezer-friendly, making it an excellent option for meal prep or leftovers.

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Tuna-Mac Casserole

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 7 Calories: 295.2
Dietary:
L Low-fat

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This comforting Tuna-Mac Casserole is a classic weeknight dinner that delivers rich, savory flavors with minimal effort. The dish combines tender elbow macaroni with a velvety sauce made from reduced-fat cream of mushroom soup and skim milk. Flaked water-packed tuna adds a hearty protein boost, while fresh mushrooms and green onions provide texture and a pop of freshness. A hint of celery seed and lemon pepper elevates the profile, creating a balanced blend of earthy and zesty notes. Perfect for busy evenings, this casserole bakes until bubbly and golden, offering a satisfying meal for the whole family. It&# 226;€™s also freezer-friendly, making it an excellent option for meal prep or leftovers.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Lightly coat two 1.5-quart casserole dishes with cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked elbow macaroni, cream of mushroom soup, skim milk, drained tuna, sliced mushrooms, green onions, celery seed, lemon pepper, and salt.
  3. Stir the mixture until all ingredients are evenly distributed and the pasta is well-coated in the sauce.
  4. Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dishes.
  5. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and bubbly at the edges.
  6. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to set slightly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 7

Amount Per Serving
Calories 295.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.2g4%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.4g21%
Dietary Fiber 4.1g17%
Sugars 0.7g
Protein 10.6g22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: tuna, macaroni, casserole, pasta, baking, comfort food, weeknight dinner, mushroom soup, easy recipe, family meal, freezer friendly, low fat, creamy, protein, elbow macaroni, green onion, lemon pepper, meal prep
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