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Published: February 2, 2026
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January is the perfect time to cook from what you already have on hand, and canned tuna is one pantry staple that deserves a serious glow-up! 🐟✨
In today’s video, I’m sharing two easy and completely different tuna dinners using simple pantry ingredients. First up, I’m trying Gordon Ramsay’s tuna patties, and friends… they’re surprisingly delicious. Then I’m making a fresh, veggie-packed tuna salad loaded with romaine lettuce, bell peppers, onions, and more; perfect when you’re craving something lighter but still filling.
And once you’ve cooked through your pantry, it’s time to restock! I’ll also take you along with me to Aldi to check out what’s new in the Aldi Finds aisle and share my grocery haul - all while East Tennessee is preparing for winter weather.
If you’re looking for budget-friendly pantry meals, easy dinner ideas, or simple ways to stretch groceries a little further, I hope this video gives you some inspiration.
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00:00 Hey Friends
00:39 Gordon Ramsay's Tuna Cakes https://inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/gordon-ramsays-tuna-cakes/
Pinto Beans (in the crockpot) and cornbread video https://youtu.be/Lin4ckNbN2s?si=wcHtp4aliFtkmttd
My daddy's cornbread video https://youtu.be/kIY4tELNCVo?si=9rVINIuUb321RBp6
Tartar Sauce https://inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/easy-4-ingredient-tartar-sauce/
14:43 Veggie Packed Tuna Salad https://inthekitchenwithmommamel.com/recipes/mediterranean-tuna-veggie-salad/
19:53 Aldi Finds Shop With Me
23:49 Aldi Haul
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