#557 - Seashell Tuna Salad

(by Joan [Redman] Tippett - friend)

1 cup Hellmann's mayo (light or regular)
3 TBSP lemon juice
celery salt to taste
1/2 tsp. salt
1 - 8oz. box seashell macaroni (cooked and drained)
1 - 6oz. can Star Kist solid white albacore tuna (drained and flaked)
1 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup minced onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 tsp. celery seed (optional)

In a large pot add water and 1/2 tsp. salt--bring to a boil. Add dry macaroni--put lid on pot, turn off the heat and let it sit 10-12 minutes until macaroni is tender. Drain macaroni in a collander--do not rinse. While still warm, add all other ingredients and the macaroni to the pot--stir well . Season to taste with celery salt and celery seed if desired. Cover and refrigerate.