How To Make Penne with a Punchy Tuna Sauce
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (5 ounces) tuna in oil, drained
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
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Add the drained tuna to the skillet and break it up with a fork. Cook for 2 minutes.
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Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Add the cooked penne to the skillet and toss until it is well coated in the sauce.
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Serve the penne with a punchy tuna sauce hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Calories : 380kcal
- Total Fat : 13g
- Saturated Fat : 2g
- Cholesterol : 15mg
- Sodium : 480mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 49g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugars : 6g
- Protein : 18g
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