Description
A comforting and hearty pasta bake with a rich tomato sauce, tender tuna, and melted cheese. Perfect for a quick and filling family meal.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz (340 g) pasta (penne, fusilli, or your choice)
- 1 can (5 oz or 140 g) tuna in oil, drained and flaked
- 2 cups (480 ml) tomato sauce
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (100 g) grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 1/2 cup (50 g) breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, combine tomato sauce, heavy cream, garlic powder, and oregano. Simmer over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the flaked tuna and season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Combine the cooked pasta and tomato-tuna mixture in a large bowl. Mix in half of the mozzarella cheese and half of the Parmesan cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Optional: Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for a crunchy topping.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk.
- Add sautéed vegetables like onions, bell peppers, or spinach for extra flavor and nutrients.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten-free.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg