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One-Pan Creamy Tuna Pasta

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Make this creamy tuna pasta in one pan for a quick, comforting weeknight dinner using simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 (5 oz) cans tuna in water, drained
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of the cooking water. Set the cooked pasta aside.
  2. In the same large pot or a deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to create a roux.
  5. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Then, whisk in the broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring often, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in the drained tuna, frozen peas and carrots, salt, and pepper. Cook until the vegetables are heated through, about 3 minutes.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
  8. Return the cooked pasta to the pot. Toss everything together until the pasta is fully coated in the creamy sauce.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use tuna packed in oil instead of water.
  • You can substitute frozen broccoli florets for the peas and carrots mix.
  • If you do not have broth, use an equal amount of water plus 1/2 teaspoon of bouillon powder.

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