Tuna Pasta Salad

By: Fran Neavoll – Salem, OR.

1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni

1 7 ¾ ounce can Albacore tuna, drained and flaked

¼ cup chopped celery

1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish

2 tablespoons finely chopped onion

½ teaspoon salt

¼ cup cheddar cheese, small cubes

¼ cup macadamia nuts, chopped

2/3 cups sour cream

½ cup light mayonnaise

1 teaspoon mustard

¼ teaspoon liquid smoke

Garnish:

8 Tomato wedges

2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese

dash of paprika

Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. In large bowl, combine cooked macaroni, tuna, celery, relish, onion, and salt. Add cheddar cheese and macadamia nuts. In small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, mustard, and liquid smoke. Blend until smooth. Toss dressing with macaroni-tuna mixture. (can add more dressing if desired) Chill. Garnish with tomato wedges. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and paprika. Serves 4