Classic Tuna Salad

Three simple steps eliminate the twin problems of tuna salad: watery texture and bland flavor.

YIELD 4 (Makes about 2 cups, enough for 4 sandwiches)

TIME 15 minutes

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Instructions

1.

Drain tuna in colander and shred with fingers until no clumps remain and texture is fine and even. Transfer tuna to medium bowl and mix in lemon juice, salt, pepper, celery, onion, pickles, garlic, and parsley until evenly blended. Fold in mayonnaise and mustard until tuna is evenly moistened. (Can be covered and refrigerated up to 3 days.)

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