Penne With Tuna And Red Onion Recipe

Name: Penne With Tuna And Red Onion
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: coarse salt and pepper; 12 ounces penne pasta (I use whole wheat); 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 large red onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup half-and-half; 3 anchovy fillets, mashed (optional); 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna packed in oil, drained; 3/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 2 tablespoons capers, drained

Servings: persons

coarse salt and pepper
12 ounces penne pasta (I use whole wheat)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large red onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup half-and-half
3 anchovy fillets, mashed (optional)
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna packed in oil, drained
3/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons capers, drained

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1. In a large pot of boiling water cook pasta according to package instructions; drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. Return pasta to pot.
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2. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-low heat. Add onion and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until onion is very tender and starting to brown, about 8 minutes. Add half-and-half and if using, anchovies; raise heat to high, and boil 2 minutes.
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3. Pour mixture over pasta. Add tuna, parsley, capers, and reserved pasta water; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper, as desired.

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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: coarse salt and pepper, 12 ounces penne pasta (I use whole wheat), 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 large red onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Penne With Tuna And Red Onion 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.

Penne With Tuna And Red Onion

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