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Baby Boomer Tuna Casserole Recipe

Relive childhood memories with this classic Baby Boomer Tuna Casserole recipe! Grandma's 1960s secret? Creamy, dreamy tuna, perfectly cooked macaroni, and a crunchy potato chip topping that's pure comfort food. Easy to make and guaranteed to bring back warm, fuzzy feelings. Get ready for a taste of nostalgia!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 286.4 kcal
Protein 41g
Rating 3.9 (12 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Baby Boomer Tuna Casserole

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
  • 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 cup crushed potato chips
  • salted water, for cooking macaroni
  • butter, for greasing dish

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How to Make Baby Boomer Tuna Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook 1 pound elbow macaroni in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain well.
  3. While macaroni cooks, finely chop 1/2 medium onion.
  4. In a large bowl, combine 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna (drained), 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1 cup frozen peas (thawed), 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Gently fold in the cooked macaroni.
  6. Pour the mixture into a lightly buttered 6-cup casserole dish.
  7. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon paprika.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes.
  9. Top with 1/2 cup crushed potato chips.
  10. Return to oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

12g

Carbs

11g

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