Tuna Stuffed Pasta Shells Recipe

Name: Tuna Stuffed Pasta Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 18 large pasta shells; 1 (6 ounce) can tuna in water, drained; 1 cup fresh white breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped; 1 large egg; 1/4 cup parsley, minced; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup; 1/2 cup milk; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated; 2 teaspoons paprika

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 350u00b0F Spray an 11X7 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
2
Cook pasta according to directions until al-dente.
3
While pasta cooks, mix tuna, bread crumbs, onion, egg, 1/8 cup parsley and lemon juice until blended.
4
Drain pasta shells. Rinse gently in colander to cool. Fill each shell with 1 Tbsp tuna mixture and place in prepared dish.
5
Whisk soup and milk in small saucepan over medium heat until hot. Remove from heat and stir in remaining 1/8 cup parsley. Pour soup mixture over shells.
6
If making ahead, cover with foil and chill overnight in refrigerator. When ready to bake follow instructions below, adding 10 minutes to baking time.
7
To serve that evening, bake 20 to 25 minutes until sauce starts to bubble and shells are heated through.

1897

kcal

Calories

Fat

356

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 18 large pasta shells, 1 (6 ounce) can tuna in water, drained, 1 cup fresh white breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Tuna Stuffed Pasta Shells 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 Stuffed Pasta Shells

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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