White Cheddar Tuna Pasta With Steamed Asparagus

Name: White Cheddar Tuna Pasta With Steamed Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ingredients; 1 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms; 1 tablespoon butter; 3 cups water; 2 (6.2-ounce) boxes shells and white Cheddar pasta; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 1 (8-ounce) container Deli Albacore Tuna Salad with Dill; Ingredients; 1 pound fresh asparagus; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons water; salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

Ingredients
1 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 tablespoon butter
3 cups water
2 (6.2-ounce) boxes shells and white Cheddar pasta
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 (8-ounce) container Deli Albacore Tuna Salad with Dill
Ingredients
1 pound fresh asparagus
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons water
salt and pepper, to taste

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Steps
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1. Place (rinsed) mushrooms, butter and water in large saucepan. Cover and bring to boil on high heat.
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2. Stir in pasta (shells only) and boil uncovered 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of water is absorbed.
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3. Stir in cream and cheese seasoning packets (from pasta) until well blended. Stir in tuna salad; cook 1-2 minutes until thoroughly heated and sauce has thickened slightly. Remove from heat and let stand 2 minutes. Serve.
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1. Cut 1 inch from tough root end of each (rinsed) asparagus spear. To do this quickly, group half the spears together, align the ends and slice with a sharp knife.
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2. Place asparagus, with remaining ingredients, in microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on HIGH 4-5 minutes or until tender. Stir and serve.

536

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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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Ingredients, 1 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms, 1 tablespoon butter, 3 cups water, and more.

Yes, White Cheddar Tuna Pasta With Steamed Asparagus 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!