Tuna Pasta Bake Recipe

Name: Tuna Pasta Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 slices of best back bacon; 300 g pasta, shapes any; 25 g butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons plain flour; 200 ml vegetable stock; 200 ml milk; 2 (185 g) cans chunk tuna, drained; 75 g cheddar cheese, grated; 50 g fresh breadcrumbs; salt and pepper; mixed herbs

Servings: persons

8 slices of best back bacon
300 g pasta, shapes any
25 g butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons plain flour
200 ml vegetable stock
200 ml milk
2 (185 g) cans chunk tuna, drained
75 g cheddar cheese, grated
50 g fresh breadcrumbs
salt and pepper
mixed herbs

1
Preheat oven to 190c.
2
In a big pan cook the pasta as per packet with lightly salted water.
3
Melt the butter and oil in a saucepan and to it add the bacon chopped into pieces. Cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook 2 more minutes; remove from the heat.
4
Gradually stir in the stock and milk, then return to the heat and cook, gently stirring all the time until the sauce thickens; season to taste.
5
Place the now cooked pasta in a shallow oven-proof dish and scatter the tuna on top. Toss lightly; pour over the sauce.
6
MMx together the breadcrumbs and grated cheese and scatter over the top. Add herbs either fresh or dried--less if using dried.
7
Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until golden brown.

924

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 slices of best back bacon, 300 g pasta, shapes any, 25 g butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Tuna Pasta Bake 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tuna Pasta Bake

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Variations & substitutions

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