grandma wells' tuna macaroni salad

Name: Grandma Wells' Tuna Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cup(s) elbow macaroni, uncooked; 1 box(es) baby peas, frozen (about 3 cups); 1 can(s) solid white tuna packed in water (large family size can); 5 ounce(s) cheddar cheese, cubed; 2 tablespoon(s) sweet pickle relish; 1/2 - red onion; 3 - 4 - celery stalks; 1 cup(s) real mayonaise; - salt and pepper, to taste

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Katrina Freed

Newark, DE

Updated on May 10, 2020

For decades I called this my birthday salad. Every year for as long as I can remember that is when we served it. My mother's recipe was enough different than mine that I can call it my own, but I can't make this without thinking of her. Thanks, mama!

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A big bowl of Grandma Wells' Tuna Macaroni Salad.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

Creamy, full of texture and flavor, we loved this tuna macaroni salad. The chunks of white tuna make this a hearty salad. Onion and celery add a nice crunch. We really enjoyed the slightly sweet pop of flavor from the peas. In the warmer months, this will make a nice light lunch or dinner. Perfect for potlucks and picnics too.

— The Test Kitchen

prep time 15 Min

cook time 10 Min

method Stove Top

yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

3 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 box baby peas, frozen (about 3 cups)
1 can solid white tuna packed in water (large family size can)
5 ounces cheddar cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1/2 - red onion
3 - 4 - celery stalks
1 cup real mayonaise
- salt and pepper, to taste

How To Make grandma wells' tuna macaroni salad

Step 1

Cook macaroni according to package directions.

Step 2

Place frozen peas in a colander and run warm water over them to thaw; then drain well.
Step 3

When macaroni is done, rinse well in cold water to cool.
Step 4

Place all ingredients in a very large mixing bowl. Mix well.
Step 5

Chill, then serve.
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