Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake

Name: Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: {'group': 'Main', 'item': '400g pasta'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '320g canned tuna, drained and flaked'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '330g canned sweetcorn, drained'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '150g frozen petits pois'}; {'group': 'Sauce', 'item': '3 tbsp unsalted butter'}; {'group': 'Sauce', 'item': '1 onion, peeled and finely chopped'}; {'group': 'Sauce', 'item': '40g plain flour'}; {'group': 'Sauce', 'item': '600ml milk'}; {'group': 'Sauce', 'item': '250g grated mature Cheddar'}; {'group': 'Seasoning', 'item': '1/4 tsp salt'}; {'group': 'Seasoning', 'item': '1/4 tsp ground black pepper'}; {'group': 'Garnish', 'item': '1/2 tsp dried parsley or 2 tbsp chopped flat-leaf parsley'}

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Indulge in this delicious Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake that's perfect for a family meal! With tender pasta, flaked tuna, and sweetcorn, it's a comforting dish that's easy to prepare.

675 kcal /serving 45 mins Serves 6 Easy American

Ingredients

Metric Imperial

{'group': 'Main', 'item': '400g pasta'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '320g canned tuna, drained and flaked'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '330g canned sweetcorn, drained'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '150g frozen petits pois'}
{'group': 'Sauce', 'item': '3 tbsp unsalted butter'}
{'group': 'Sauce', 'item': '1 onion, peeled and finely chopped'}
{'group': 'Sauce', 'item': '40g plain flour'}
{'group': 'Sauce', 'item': '600ml milk'}
{'group': 'Sauce', 'item': '250g grated mature Cheddar'}
{'group': 'Seasoning', 'item': '1/4 tsp salt'}
{'group': 'Seasoning', 'item': '1/4 tsp ground black pepper'}
{'group': 'Garnish', 'item': '1/2 tsp dried parsley or 2 tbsp chopped flat-leaf parsley'}

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F (175°C)).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Cooking

Cook the pasta in the boiling water for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat and sauté the onion for 6-8 minutes until soft.
Increase the heat to medium, stir in the flour, and cook for 1 minute.
Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens.
Add two-thirds of the cheese, stirring until melted, then season with salt and pepper.

Plating & Serving

Drain the pasta and transfer it to a 20x30cm (8x12-inch (30cm (12-inch))) baking dish.
Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta, add the tuna, sweetcorn, and petits pois, and mix well.
Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.
Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavour, use tuna in oil. The dish can be prepared up to the baking step and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 190°C (375°F (190°C)) for 10 minutes covered, then uncover and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes.

Suggested Sides

green salad garlic bread

Nutrition per Serving

675 Calories

35.9g Protein 31% DV

77.1g Carbs 26% DV

25.4g Fat 33% DV

5.2g Fiber 14% DV

13.0g Sugars

560mg Sodium 37% DV

86mg Cholesterol 24% DV

Health Labels

Pescatarian Egg Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Shellfish Free Pork Free Red Meat Free Crustacean Free Celery Free Mustard Free Sesame Free Lupine Free Mollusk Free Alcohol Free No Sugar Added Sulphite Free Kosher

* Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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