Colorful Tuna Casserole Recipe

Name: Colorful Tuna Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-18 pound Lumachine (or Pasta Of Choice) Cooked According To Instructions; 1 whole Brown Onion, Chopped Into Small Pieces; 1 whole Red Capsicum, Chopped Into Small Pieces; 8 slices Sandwich Ham, Diced; 1 cup Whole Kernel Corn; 8 ounces, weight Sweet Peas; 1 can Tuna Flakes In Brine (drained); 1 can Cream Of Mushroom Soup; ⅔ cups Mayonnaise; 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese; Salt And Pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1-18 pound Lumachine (or Pasta Of Choice) Cooked According To Instructions
1 whole Brown Onion, Chopped Into Small Pieces
1 whole Red Capsicum, Chopped Into Small Pieces
8 slices Sandwich Ham, Diced
1 cup Whole Kernel Corn
8 ounces, weight Sweet Peas
1 can Tuna Flakes In Brine (drained)
1 can Cream Of Mushroom Soup
⅔ cups Mayonnaise
1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
Salt And Pepper, to taste

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Cook pasta according to instructions on package.
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Drain.
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Set aside.
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Saute onion and red pepper, about 2 to 3 minutes.
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Make a well in the center and add in the ham.
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Cook for about 2 minutes more.
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Make another well and add corn and sweet peas.
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Toss around for about 1 to 2 minutes.
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Make another well and add tuna flakes.
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Cook for another minute or two.
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Add cream of mushroom soup and mayonnaise.
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Mix well with the other ingredients.
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Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
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Remove from heat.
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Toss in pasta and place in a casserole dish.
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Liberally sprinkle grated Parmesan over pasta.
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(You can actually stop at this step, if you want, but sticking the dish in the oven for half an hour just adds to the yumminess, especially with the melted cheese.
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Need I say more?)
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Bake in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 30 minutes or until top is golden brown.
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Serve.
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Add a generous heaping of grated Parmesan if you love living dangerously.
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I do!

723

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-18 pound Lumachine (or Pasta Of Choice) Cooked According To Instructions, 1 whole Brown Onion, Chopped Into Small Pieces, 1 whole Red Capsicum, Chopped Into Small Pieces, 8 slices Sandwich Ham, Diced, and more.

Yes, Colorful Tuna Casserole falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Colorful Tuna Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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