Description

Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this Creamy Tuna Mushroom Pasta. A satisfying dish that combines tender mushrooms, savory tuna, and a luscious cream sauce, all tossed with perfectly cooked pasta. This recipe is a great way to elevate your weeknight dinner with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Ingredients

Pasta:

12 ounces pasta (such as penne or fusilli)

Sauce:

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
8 ounces mushrooms (sliced)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth
3/4 cup heavy cream

Additional:

2 (5-ounce) cans tuna in olive oil (drained)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Cook the pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauté aromatics: In a skillet, sauté onions until soft, then add garlic and mushrooms. Cook until mushrooms are browned.
Season and simmer: Season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Add broth, simmer for 2 minutes.
Add cream: Reduce heat, stir in cream, and cook until slightly thickened.
Combine ingredients: Add tuna, cooked pasta, and Parmesan. Toss everything together.
Finish and serve: Cook briefly to coat, then serve warm, garnished with parsley.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of cream.
You can also substitute tuna with canned salmon or shredded rotisserie chicken.