Amaya’s Cozy Creamy Tuna Pasta In 30 Minutes
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Enjoy a comforting and creamy tuna pasta dish, perfect for a simple yet satisfying meal.
- Author: Amaya Sato
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 pound pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna, drained
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, tuna, salt, and pepper. Cook until heated through.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat.
Notes
- For extra richness, use half-and-half instead of milk.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for a classic béchamel flavor.
- Feel free to add frozen peas or corn to the sauce for extra vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg