Grandma Gapinskis Famous Tuna Casserole Food

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MOM'S BEST TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



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This tuna noodle casserole is the absolute best with no canned soup, just a creamy sauce, egg noodles, green peas, and flake tuna, all topped with melty cheesy and buttery breadcrumbs.

Provided by Cheryl Malik

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 5-ounce can chunk light tuna (drained and flaked)
8 ounces egg noodles (see Notes for gluten free)
6 tablespoons butter (divided)
5 tablespoons flour (See Notes for gluten free)
2 ½ cups whole milk
½ teaspoon salt (plus extra to taste)
¼ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
¾ cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (see Notes for gluten free)
fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish, optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350º Fahrenheit.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 532 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Sodium 404 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g

GRANDMA'S TUNA CASSEROLE



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I know it sounds crazy, but trust me, this tuna casserole is one of the yummiest things ever. Comfort food madness! Before this, Grandma had never written out this recipe. She doesn't measure anything when cooking this, but it must be tasted throughout.

Provided by Tana

Categories     Tuna Casserole

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces egg noodles
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked, or more to taste
½ cup sour cream
½ cup milk, divided
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix (such as Lipton®)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
⅛ teaspoon seasoned salt (such as LAWRY'S®), or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces, divided
8 ounces ridged potato chips (such as Ruffles®)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rapid boil. Cook egg noodles at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 7 to 9 minutes. Drain.
  • Mix cooked noodles with tuna, sour cream, 1/4 cup milk, onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, seasoned salt, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
  • Lay 1/2 of the butter across the bottom of a 2-quart, microwave-safe casserole dish. Crush potato chips, then sprinkle 1/4 of the crushed chips over the bottom and press to flatten.
  • Spread the tuna-noodle mixture in a single layer over the crushed chips. Layer with 1/2 of the mozzarella, 2/3 of the remaining chips, followed by the remaining butter, chips, milk, and mozzarella.
  • Microwave on high until casserole is hot and cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 55.2 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 539.6 mg

BEST EVER TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



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This is a recipe my entire family loves! It's requested at least once a week and for Birthday suppers. The recipe came from the mother of one of my childhood friends, who made some of the best food. If I'm making a double batch, I make it with cream of chicken and celery soups together.

Provided by Bread n Butter

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 1/2 ounces cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup diced yellow onion
1/2 cup diced celery
6 ounces albacore tuna
6 ounces cooked egg noodles
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix the cream of chicken, mayonnaise and milk together in a large bowl.
  • Add the diced celery and onion.
  • Fold in the tuna, followed by the cooked egg noodles and shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Salt and pepper to your taste.
  • Place in a casserole dish. Cook at 375 degrees for about 40-45 minutes, just until the top starts to brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.2, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 45.7, Sodium 746.8, Carbohydrate 19.1, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 16.3

GRANDMA SMITH'S TUNA CASSEROLE



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This is an easy to make creamy pasta dish, that I usually have all the ingredients for on hand. It is comfort food at it's best! My Grandma Smith raised 10 children on this recipe and my 3 year old loves it, very kid-friendly. I usually use whole wheat pasta for extra fiber and nutrition.

Provided by akgrown

Categories     Tuna

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (6 ounce) cans canned tuna, drained
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
1 cup sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
4 -5 cups macaroni, cooked and hot
1 cup carrot, coarsely grated
1 cup celery, thinly sliced
1/4 cup green onion, thinly sliced
2 cups frozen peas
salt and pepper
crushed potato chips, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except potato chips in a large bowl in order written.
  • Then put in a 9x13-inch baking dish and top with crushed potato chips if desired. (We like the topping).
  • Bake at 375°F for about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 613.6, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 63.5, Sodium 1139.1, Carbohydrate 69.2, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 8.4, Protein 32.3

GRANDMA GAPINSKI'S FAMOUS TUNA CASSEROLE



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 box elbow noodles
2 cans tuna in water, drained
1/2 cup baby frozen peas, thawed
2 stalk s celery, finely chopped
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 stick butter, divided
2 cans uncooked cream of mushroom soup
2 Tbsp salt
2-1/2 tsp black pepper
2 cups Kraft Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook box of noodles per instructions and when ready, rinse in cold water. In the mean time, preheat oven temperature to 400 degrees F. Drain cans of tuna. Quick thaw frozen peas in warm water. Prepare chopped vegetables.
  • Butter bottom and sides of glass casserole dish (2-3 quart size.) with 1/4 stick of butter
  • In separate bowl, place mushroom soup, chopped veggies, drained tuna, salt, pepper and mix together lightly. Add chilled noodles to blend equally. Pat remaining butter on top to crisp it while baking.
  • Bake in middle of oven for 30 to 45 minutes depending on desire for topping crispness. Sprinkle over Kraft Shredded Cheddar Cheese once taken out of oven to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

GRANDMOTHER'S TUNA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Grandmother's Tuna Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MessyChef

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 egg (beaten)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup small curd cottage cheese
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 (6 3/4 ounce) can chunk tuna, drained
1 cup green peas (partially thawed)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook macaroni in lightly salted boiling water about 5-7 minute or until macaroni is aldente.
  • While macaroni is cooking, beat egg with salt, mustard in pepper in a medium bowl. Stir in cottage cheese, sour cream, milk and 1/2 of cheddar cheese. Save remaining cheese to sprinkle on top. Refrigerate.
  • Drain macaroni well and rinse with hot water. Place into 2 quart casserole and keep warm.
  • Stir egg mixture into cooked macaroni. Break tuna into chunks, carefully stir tuna into macaroni mixture. Sprinkle cheese on top. Cover with foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven 45 minute Remove cover and bake 10 minute longer or until lightly browned. Serve hot in casserole or spoon onto 6 plates.
  • This recipe is good doubled and can be frozen and re-heated in the microwave!

GRANDMA'S TUNA CASSEROLE WITH POTATO CHIPS AND NO NOODLES



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This is my grandma's recipe. My dad calls it "Toucan Tuna Casserole" because it uses two cans of everything. It is uncommon among tuna casserole recipes because it uses potato chips instead of noodles. Serve with Worcestershire sauce.

Provided by PJBeach

Categories     Tuna Casserole

Time 40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (13.5 ounce) bags large, ridged potato chips (such as Ruffles®)
2 (15 ounce) cans green beans, drained
2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 (5 ounce) cans water-packed tuna, drained and flaked

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Crush potato chips into a large bowl. Add green beans, condensed soup, and tuna and mix until well combined. Pack into a 10x14-inch casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is crispy, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.7 calories, Carbohydrate 44.4 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 936.4 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

HEARTY TUNA CASSEROLE



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This isn't your Grandma's tuna casserole, but it is sure to please everybody in the family.

Provided by Ann L

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups uncooked egg noodles
2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
½ cup chopped celery
⅓ cup chopped green onions
⅓ cup sour cream
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
½ cup mayonnaise
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon salt
1 small zucchini, sliced
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add noodles, and cook until al dente; drain.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine noodles, tuna, celery, and green onion. Stir in sour cream, mustard, and mayonnaise. Season with salt and thyme. Spoon 1/2 of the noodle mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Arrange a layer of zucchini over the mixture. Top with the remaining noodles, followed by a layer of zucchini. Top the entire casserole with cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Sprinkle the casserole with tomatoes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 55.7 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 363.7 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

GRANDMA'S HOT TUNA CASSEROLE



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One night when I went to visit my dad, my grandma had made this tuna casserole for dinner. I had never had tuna casserole before and after tasting it, I fell in love. My sister and I asked for the recipe so we can make it ourselves at home. When we made it, it came out just as good as hers.

Provided by Galldora

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (12 ounce) can solid white tuna (StarKist is what we used)
1 cup diced celery
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup Kraft mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 hard-boiled eggs
1 cup crushed potato chips (Lays work best)
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Biol eggs first (approx. 10 min) - let cool. Peel egg shells and slice.
  • Drain the tuna juice and break up with a fork in a bowl.
  • Mix cream of chicken soup, tuna, celery, onions, mayo, salt and pepper.
  • Add eggs and fold.
  • Place mixture in casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle the top with crushed potato chips.
  • Place in oven and bake for 20 minutes. If you are unsure if it is done, the chips should have a light brown crisp to them. Not all the chips will be brown, but a few should be.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.9, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 252.1, Sodium 1126.8, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 3.7, Protein 31.2

GRANDMA'S TUNA CASSEROLE



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 1h1m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pkg (8 oz.) wide egg noodles
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp flour
1 tsp salt
1 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cans (6 oz. each) tuna
1 can (15 oz.) peas
Plain potato chips for topping

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook noodles as directed on package.
  • 2. In a medium saucepan combine butter, flour and salt over medium heat until melted. Add milk and whisk just to a low boil and begins to get thick. Add the cheese and stir until melted.
  • 3. Combine tuna, peas, noodles, and cheese sauce in a 2 qt baking dish. Stir until well mixed.
  • 4. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until light brown on top. Add crushed potato chips to the top and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

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