Lemony Tuna Pasta Recipe
Overview:
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6
🍳 Calories per Serving: 561.4
⭐ Rating: 4.5
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 | Butter |
| 2 | Garlic cloves |
| 1 | Lemon, rind of |
| 1 | Basil |
| 1 | Dried parsley |
| 1/3 | Cup dry white wine |
| 2 | Tablespoons flour |
| Salt | |
| Fresh ground pepper | |
| 2 | Cans tuna packed in oil |
| 1 | Box medium pasta shells |
| Lemon wedge | |
| Parmesan cheese |
Instructions:
- 🍳 Prep: Melt butter in a heavy large skillet over medium heat.
- 🧄 Sauté: Add garlic, lemon peel, and herbs; cook stirring occasionally for approximately 5 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- 🌾 Mix: Gradually add flour, stirring till blended.
- 🍷 Blend: Gradually add wine, stirring till blended.
- 🧂 Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 🔥 Thicken: Stir until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
- 🐟 Add Tuna: Mix in tuna, heating through.
- 🍝 Combine: Place pasta shells in a serving bowl, pour the sauce over, and toss until well coated.
- 🍋 Garnish: Garnish with lemon wedges and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Description:
This isn’t your typical tuna casserole! Bursting with garlicky, lemony goodness, this Lemony Tuna Pasta is a delightful departure from the ordinary. The secret? Opt for oil-packed tuna; it elevates the flavor to new heights. Pair it with a crisp white wine and some garlic bread for a complete meal that’s sure to impress. Enjoy the zesty, savory flavors of this dish—it’s a winner every time!
