Aug 20, 2011

Tuna Temptation



Recipe Tuna Temptation

Ingredients:
  • 500 g packet spiral, penne or shell pasta
  • 415 g can tomato puree
  • 810 g or 2, 425 g cans chopped or crushed tomatoes with herbs
  • 425 g can tuna in brine, well drained
  • 3 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese (or cheese of your choice)

How to cook:
Pre heat oven to 180 C.
Cook choice of pasta in a large pot of boiling water as directed on the pack or until al dente. Drain and tip into a large ovenproof casserole dish.
Pour tomato products into a saucepan, bring slowly to the boil then stir through the tuna and parsley.
Pour over pasta and gently mix together using two spoons. Sprinkle cheese over the top.
Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes or until heated through.
Serve with salad and crusty bread rolls. Accompany with extra cheese if desired.

Tips:
Tuna can be replaced by your choice of canned fish. This meal can be prepared in advance and reheated in the oven when the kids come home from sport or training. Otherwise, If time is short, it can be quickly prepared and served without baking.