Tuna Noodle Casserole

Admittedly, this is a “grandma” recipe, but some of these old classics are what become defined as comfort food.  My mother-in-law used to make this so, when I revived the recipe, it thrilled my wife.  Try it yourself.

Cook 3 1/2 cups egg noodles in salted water.  In a separate bowl combine:

• 3 cans of tuna (tuna in oil works best for casseroles, drain before adding)
• 1 can very small green peas
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/3 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped pimiento
• 1 tsp salt

In a small pan combine:

• 1 can cream of celery soup
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Stir until melted.  Add to other ingredients and blend well.  Put cooked noodles into large baking dish and add everything else, stirring well to blend.  Cover and bake at 425 for 20 minutes.

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