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Tuna Pasta Bake

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This Tuna Pasta Bake is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. It combines tender fresh spirals with flaky tuna chunks, sweet corn, and peas, all enveloped in a rich, savory cream of mushroom sauce. The dish offers a perfect balance of textures&# 226;ÂÂthe soft pasta and vegetables against the hearty tunaâÂÂcreating a satisfying meal that feels indulgent yet simple. ItâÂÂs an excellent option for family dinners or when you need a quick, flavorful dish that uses pantry staples. The creamy sauce melds beautifully with the pasta during baking, ensuring every bite is moist and delicious. Serve it warm with a simple side salad for a complete, home-style meal that everyone will love.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 738.6
Description
This Tuna Pasta Bake is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. It combines tender fresh spirals with flaky tuna chunks, sweet corn, and peas, all enveloped in a rich, savory cream of mushroom sauce. The dish offers a perfect balance of textures&# 226;ÂÂthe soft pasta and vegetables against the hearty tunaâÂÂcreating a satisfying meal that feels indulgent yet simple. ItâÂÂs an excellent option for family dinners or when you need a quick, flavorful dish that uses pantry staples. The creamy sauce melds beautifully with the pasta during baking, ensuring every bite is moist and delicious. Serve it warm with a simple side salad for a complete, home-style meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
  • 12 ounce Fresh Pasta Spirals
  • 7 ounce Sweetcorn;Canned,Drained
  • 4 ounce Frozen Peas
  • 20 3/4 ounce Condensed Cream of Mushroom
  • 14 ounce Tuna Chunks, Drained, Flaked
  • 8 ounce Tomatoes; cut into small dice
  • 2 tablespoon Snipped Fresh Chives
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. 2
    Cook the fresh pasta spirals according to package instructions until al dente, then drain well.
  3. 3
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup and the drained tuna chunks.
  4. 4
    Add the drained sweetcorn, frozen peas, diced tomatoes, and cooked pasta to the bowl.
  5. 5
    Gently toss all ingredients together until the pasta is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
  6. 6
    Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
  7. 7
    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and slightly golden.
  8. 8
    Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
  9. 9
    Garnish with snipped fresh chives before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 738.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.7g12%
Saturated Fat 1.0g5%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 60.2mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 139.4g47%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g82%
Sugars 23.2g
Protein 42.4g85%

* 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

For a crispier top, sprinkle with a little grated cheese or breadcrumbs during the last 5 minutes of baking.

You can substitute canned peas and corn for frozen if preferred, just ensure they are drained well to prevent a watery sauce.

This dish stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350ðF for 15-20 minutes or microwave individual portions.

If the sauce seems too thick after mixing, add a splash of milk or cream to reach your desired consistency before baking.

Keywords: tuna, pasta, bake, casserole, creamy, mushroom, peas, corn, comfort food, weeknight dinner, easy recipe, family meal, spiral pasta, quick dinner, oven baked, seafood pasta, vegetable mix
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