This quick and creamy Italian-inspired pasta sauce features tender tuna, garlic, and white wine for a rich, comforting meal. The combination of butter and tuna oil creates a luxurious base, while fresh parsley adds a bright, herbal note. It is perfect for busy weeknight dinners when you want something satisfying yet simple to prepare. The gentle simmer allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a smooth, aromatic sauce that clings perfectly to your favorite pasta. It is a reliable favorite that brings home-style warmth to the table with minimal effort.
Tuna Sauce
Description
This quick and creamy Italian-inspired pasta sauce features tender tuna, garlic, and white wine for a rich, comforting meal. The combination of butter and tuna oil creates a luxurious base, while fresh parsley adds a bright, herbal note. It is perfect for busy weeknight dinners when you want something satisfying yet simple to prepare. The gentle simmer allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a smooth, aromatic sauce that clings perfectly to your favorite pasta. It is a reliable favorite that brings home-style warmth to the table with minimal effort.Ingredients
Directions
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Melt the butter along with the oil from the tuna can in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add the chopped garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 2 minutes, or until golden and fragrant.
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Add the drained tuna to the skillet and cook for approximately 5 minutes, breaking it up slightly with a spoon.
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Stir in the chopped tomatoes, white wine, and fresh parsley.
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Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
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Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Serve the warm sauce over cooked, drained pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 453.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16.3g26%
- Saturated Fat 5.9g30%
- Cholesterol 92.2mg31%
- Sodium 126.3mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 16.9g6%
- Dietary Fiber 1.1g5%
- Sugars 0.6g
- Protein 52.3g105%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
The recipe originally listed 1 serving, but the ingredient quantities (especially the 28 oz can of tomatoes) suggest this makes enough for 4 servings. Adjust pasta quantity accordingly.
Be careful not to burn the garlic; if it turns brown too quickly, it will become bitter.
For a richer sauce, you can add a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of mascarpone at the end of cooking.
Leftover sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.
