Pasta with Tuna
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December 9, 2024
This Creamy Tuna and Pea Pasta is a comforting, protein-packed dish that comes together in minutes! The velvety sauce, made with sautéed onions, milk, and a touch of heat, perfectly coats the pasta, while tender peas and flaky tuna add bursts of flavor and texture.
Ideal for a quick weeknight meal, this dish is both hearty and satisfying. Serve it warm with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and extra cheese for a delicious finishing touch!
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Ingredients:
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| 2tablespoons flour | |
| 1cup green onions chopped | |
| 1.25cups non-fat milk | |
| 2tablespoons olive oil | |
| 2tablespoons onion minced | |
| 0.25cup parmesan cheese grated | |
| 1cup parsley fresh, chopped | |
| 8ounces tubular pasta | |
| 1cup peas frozen, thawed | |
| 1 dsh pepper sauce hot | |
| 6.5ounces water-packed tuna drained |
Directions
1.
Cook the Pasta
1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta until al dente. | 2. Drain and return the pasta to the warm pot.
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2.
Prepare the Sauce
1. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. | 2. Stir in flour and cook briefly, about 30 seconds. Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens into a creamy sauce.
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3.
Add Ingredients to the Sauce
Mix in peas, shredded chunks of tuna, chopped parsley, sliced green onions, grated cheese, and a dash of hot pepper sauce. Stir until evenly combined and heated through.
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4.
Combine and Serve
1. Pour the sauce over the pasta and gently toss to coat. | 2. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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