For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cream sauce. Feel free to substitute the penne pasta with another short pasta shape like rotini or farfalle. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese will melt more evenly and provide a richer flavor than pre-shredded. To prevent the pasta from sticking together after draining, toss it immediately with the olive oil.
Easy Tuna Pasta Bake
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS52
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this comforting and incredibly simple tuna pasta bake. A creamy, flavorful dish that's ready in under an hour, it's perfect for busy evenings. Feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables for an extra nutritional boost and burst of flavor.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate80 g
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Cholesterol140 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein49 g
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Saturated Fat21 g
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Sodium518 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat39 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
2 mins
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an oven-proof baking dish. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
02
Step
11 mins
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 11 minutes. Drain and toss pasta with olive oil. (Cook time: 15 minutes)
03
Step
7 mins
While pasta is cooking, melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add tuna and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in heavy cream; season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Add penne and toss well. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and cover with Parmesan cheese. (Cook time: 10 minutes)
04
Step
18 mins
Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown and bubbly, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving. (Bake time: 20 minutes)
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Fanny Johnston
Jun 24, 2025This recipe was a lifesaver on a busy weeknight! The family loved it.
Sofia Prohaska
Jun 16, 2025So easy and delicious! A perfect comfort food meal.
Alek Labadie
May 28, 2025I added some peas and carrots for extra veggies, and it turned out great!
Laurine Roob
Apr 22, 2025The nutmeg really elevates the flavor of this dish. Will definitely make it again!
Kelley Crona
Apr 4, 2025I found that using a mix of cheeses made it even more flavorful.
Minerva Mayer
Nov 9, 2024Next time, I'll try adding some breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch.