Cookbook:Traditional Tuna Casserole

Traditional tuna casserole is a simple, quick-to-make meal, mentioned by Garrison Keillor on A Prairie Home Companion.

Ingredients

 * 1–2 cans (12 ounces / 300 g) tuna
 * 1 cup (240 g) uncooked macaroni, or other short pasta
 * 1 can of peas
 * 1 can of mushrooms
 * 2 tablespoons minced onion
 * ⅛ cup (30 ml) milk
 * 1 can (10.75 ounces / 305 g) cream of mushroom or cheddar cheese soup
 * Several slices of cheese

Variation I – Oven

 * 1) Preheat oven to 350–400°F (180–200°C).
 * 2) Mix all ingredients, except cheese slices, in a large casserole dish.
 * 3) Bake for 1 hour, stirring 2 or 3 times.
 * 4) When macaroni is tender, cover top with cheese slices, and return to oven for 5 minutes to melt.

Variation II – Skillet

 * 1) Assemble all ingredients, except sliced cheese, in large skillet with 1–1½ cups (240–360 ml) hot water.
 * 2) Bring to boil, and simmer 15 minutes, frequently stirring.
 * 3) Melt cheese on top before serving.

Notes, tips, and variations

 * This tastes great with a teaspoon or two of Texas Pete hot sauce.
 * You may substitute chopped chicken or turkey for the tuna.