Homemade Tuna Macaroni Salad

quick & easy TUNA & MACARONI SALAD

Make this easy tuna macaroni salad with simple ingredients & 20 mins of prep time for a crowd pleasing main course or side dish!

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Cook the Pasta

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Combine the Ingredients

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Chill

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Serve

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It comes together quickly, can easily be doubled to feed a crowd & everyone always loves it.

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