Tasty Tuna Macaroni
Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, this Tasty Tuna Macaroni recipe combines tender elbow macaroni, flaky canned tuna, and a rich, homemade cheddar cheese sauce with a hint of Dijon mustard for a flavorful twist. Topped with golden, crispy breadcrumbs, this baked casserole is the perfect weeknight dinner that’s easy to prepare in just 40 minutes. With simple pantry staples and a crowd-pleasing classic flavor, this dish is ideal for feeding a hungry family or serving at potlucks. Serve piping hot and enjoy the ultimate comfort food that’s satisfying yet budget-friendly.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2.5 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1 minute to form a roux.
Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps, and cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Drain the canned tuna and flake it with a fork. Add the cooked macaroni and tuna to the cheese sauce, and stir well to combine.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs with olive oil and mix until the crumbs are lightly coated.
Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture evenly over the tuna macaroni.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Tasty Tuna Macaroni!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2905 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.9 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.5 g | 422% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 457 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 3848 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 247.5 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.5 g | ||
| Protein | 130.2 g | 260% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.8 mcg | 49% | |
| Calcium | 2502 mg | 192% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1239 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
