Breetzies Tuna Pesto Pasta Recipe

Name: Breetzies Tuna Pesto Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 ounces, weight Orichiette, Fusili, Rotini Or Strozapretti Pasta; 3 Tablespoons Butter Or Olive Oil; 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic; 1 Tablespoon Chopped Onion; 2 packages Starkist Tuna Creations (each Package Is 4.5 Oz); 4 Tablespoons Prepared Basil Pesto; 5 whole Canned Artichoke Hearts, Drained And Quartered (optional); 7 whole Cherry Tomatoes Quartered, Or More If Desired (optional); Salt And Pepper, to taste; Garnish- Parmesan Cheese

Servings: persons

1
Boil pasta following package directions and be sure to season your water liberally with salt.
2
Meanwhile heat butter or olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
3
Add garlic and onion and saute for 3-4 minutes or until fragrant.
4
Take off of the heat and set aside.
5
When its done, drain the pasta, saving a tablespoon of the pasta water.
6
Return pasta to pot.
7
Into the pot with the pasta, add the tuna (tuna does not have to be drained as it pre-packaged), prepared pesto and the melted butter mixture.
8
Toss to stir.
9
If the mixture seems dry, add the reserved pasta water.
10
If youve so chosen, add the cherry tomatoes and artichoke hearts at the end and mix gently.
11
Add salt and pepper to taste.
12
Top with Parmesan cheese for serving.

517

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 ounces, weight Orichiette, Fusili, Rotini Or Strozapretti Pasta, 3 Tablespoons Butter Or Olive Oil, 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic, 1 Tablespoon Chopped Onion, and more.

Yes, Breetzies Tuna Pesto Pasta falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Breetzies Tuna Pesto Pasta

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Variations & substitutions

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