Best 7 Italian Tuna Pasta Bake Recipes

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If you are looking for a quick and easy meal that is also delicious and satisfying, then Italian tuna pasta bake is the perfect dish for you. This classic Italian recipe is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry, and it comes together in just a few minutes. Best of all, it is a great way to use up leftover tuna. Whether you are a beginner cook or a seasoned pro, you will be able to follow the steps of this recipe to create a delicious and hearty dish that your whole family will enjoy.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY TUNA PASTA BAKE



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Looking for an easy midweek dinner option? Try this extremely simple yet delicious creamy tuna pasta bake with lots of Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Fioa

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (14.6 ounce) package penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, chopped
3 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked
1 cup heavy whipping cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 ¼ cups grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and toss pasta with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an ovenproof baking dish.
  • While penne is cooking, melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add tuna and cook for 2 minutes. Pour heavy cream over tuna and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Add penne and toss well. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and cover with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 857.2 calories, Carbohydrate 79.9 g, Cholesterol 139.5 mg, Fat 38.7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 48.9 g, SaturatedFat 21.2 g, Sodium 517.8 mg, Sugar 5 g

ITALIAN-STYLE TUNA PASTA BAKE



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Mouth-watering tuna pasta baked topped with grated cheddar and grated mozzarella! Different from the usual tuna pasta bake which calls for condensed soup. Very easy and very YUMMY!

Provided by Maileen 78

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 (270 g) canned tuna (drain)
2 (800 g) cans chopped tomatoes (do not drain)
4 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Italian herb seasoning
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 tablespoon garlic granules
2 tablespoons fresh basil (chopped)
4 cups pasta shells (cooked al dente)
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a fairly large pan (preferably a wok) and add the onion until it softens. About 2-3 minutes. Then add the tuna and sauté for another 3 minutes.
  • Add the chopped tomatoes, tomato puree, Italian herb seasoning, oregano, garlic granules and salt & pepper to taste.
  • Simmer for about 15 minutes-20 minutes or until the sauce has thickened stirring from time to time.
  • While the sauce is simmering, heat the oven at 200 degrees or 180 for fan-assisted ovens. And cooked the pasta shells 2 minutes less than the directed time on the packet. It needs to be a little bit tougher as it still needs to be cooked in the oven. DO NOT OVERCOOK. Drain and set aside.
  • When the sauce has thickened add the chopped fresh basil and the drained pasta shells and stir until thoroughly mix.
  • Transfer into an oven-proof dish and topped with grated cheddar and mozzarella. Bake for another 20- 25 minutes or until the cheese on top has turned golden brown.
  • ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 940.9, Fat 33.4, SaturatedFat 15, Cholesterol 123.3, Sodium 1103.2, Carbohydrate 94.5, Fiber 9.3, Sugar 17.1, Protein 65.8

ITALIAN TUNA PASTA BAKE



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This is definitely not your grandmother's tuna casserole. Rotini pasta, tomatoes, spinach and a rich, cheesy white sauce update this classic, and prove irresistible. You can also bake this in individual ramekins and freeze so it can be reheated for a quick, personal meal. Recipe is from Disney's Family Fun website.

Provided by PSU Lioness

Categories     Tuna

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups fusilli (or any other kind of pasta)
1/2 onion, peeled and finely chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon cornflour
1/2 cup water
1 (14 ounce) can low-sodium tomato soup, condensed
1 pinch mixed herbs
1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 (7 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 onion, peeled and finely chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons plain flour
one and a quarter cups milk
2 cups Baby Spinach, chopped
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated, plus a little extra for the topping

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F
  • Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain and refresh in cold water to stop it from over cooking.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan and sauté the onion until soft.
  • Stir the corn flour into the water until dissolved, then add to the onion pan along with the tomato soup.
  • Bring to a boil, add the herbs and then cook gently, stirring for five minutes.
  • Mix in the flaked tuna and heat through. Season to taste.
  • Mix into cooked pasta.
  • For the cheese and spinach sauce, melt the butter in a saucepan and sauté the onion until transparent.
  • Add the flour and continue stirring the mixture all the time.
  • Gradually pour in the milk and keep stirring until the sauce is thickened and smooth.
  • Add the chopped spinach and stir until wilted.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the 2 c grated Cheddar cheese.
  • Grease a baking dish and add the tuna and tomato mixed with the pasta, and then pour the spinach sauce over top.
  • Sprinkle with some grated Cheddar cheese and bake in the oven for 25 minutes until golden.
  • This can also be frozen. Assemble casserole but do not sprinkle with cheese or bake. Thaw in refrigerator before baking. Sprinkle with cheese and bake according to normal instructions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.4, Fat 16, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 52.7, Sodium 221.7, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 6.3, Protein 14.3

EASY TUNA-PASTA BAKE



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Put a Mediterranean twist on a classic with Easy Tuna-Pasta Bake. Italian-style five cheese blend, veggies & black olives go into our Easy Tuna-Pasta Bake.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
1/2 cup milk
2 cups radiatore pasta, cooked
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Italian* Five Cheese Blend
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained
2 cans (5 oz. each) chunk light tuna in water, drained, flaked
1/2 cup frozen green beans
1/2 cup sliced black olives
3/4 cup croutons

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix dressing and milk until blended. Combine all remaining ingredients except croutons in large bowl. Add dressing mixture; mix lightly.
  • Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; top with croutons.
  • Bake 35 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 630 mg, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 23 g

EASY TUNA PASTA BAKE



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A simple cheesy tuna bake that's filling and guaranteed to be a hit with the kids

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

400g fusilli pasta
100g frozen pea
50g butter
50g plain flour
600ml milk
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 x 195g cans tuna , drained
4 spring onions , sliced
198g can sweetcorn , drained
100g cheddar , grated

Steps:

  • Bring a pan of water to the boil. Add the pasta and cook, following pack instructions, until tender. Add the peas for the final 3 mins cooking time.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a pan over a medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 2 mins. Add the milk, whisking constantly, then slowly bring to the boil, stirring often, until sauce thickens. Remove from the heat, add the mustard and season well.
  • Heat the grill to medium. Drain the pasta and peas, then return to the pan and stir in the tuna, spring onions, sweetcorn and sauce. Tip into a shallow baking dish, top with the cheddar and cook under the grill for 5 mins or until golden and bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655 calories, Fat 30 grams fat, SaturatedFat 15 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 55 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 41 grams protein, Sodium 1.7 milligram of sodium

TUNA ITALIANO



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I just happened to put together a few of my favorite things -- olives, garbanzo beans and tuna -- and it turned out to be a real hit. Hope you enjoy!

Provided by MMJM

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, sliced
1 white onion, diced
1 cup water
2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in olive oil
1 (6 ounce) can pitted black olives, drained and chopped
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound penne pasta
¼ cup grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Saute garlic in oil until golden. Stir in onion and water and cook until onion is soft. Stir in the tuna with its oil, olives, beans, garlic salt and pepper. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer while pasta is cooking.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Toss pasta with tuna mixture, top with Romano and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580.3 calories, Carbohydrate 69.6 g, Cholesterol 30.2 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 25.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 812.1 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

ITALIAN PASTA BAKE



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I love to make this pasta bake whenever I need to bring a dish to pass. Fresh tomatoes add a nice touch that's missing from most other meat, pasta and tomato casseroles.-Karla Johnson, East Helena, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jar (24 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3 cups uncooked medium pasta shells
3 plum tomatoes, sliced
3/4 cup shredded provolone cheese
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce, diced tomatoes, mushrooms and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes., Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Add to beef mixture and gently stir in sliced plum tomatoes. , Transfer to an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheeses. Bake 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 702mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

Tips:

  • To ensure your tuna pasta bake is perfectly cooked, use a reliable oven thermometer to monitor the internal temperature. Aim for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for both the pasta and the tuna mixture.
  • For an extra layer of flavor, use a combination of different cheeses. Mozzarella and Parmesan are classic choices, but you can also experiment with other options like cheddar, Gruyère, or fontina. If you prefer a bolder flavor, try adding a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top before baking.
  • If you're short on time, use pre-cooked tuna or canned tuna. Just be sure to drain the tuna well before adding it to the pasta mixture.
  • Feel free to customize the vegetables in the recipe to your liking. Some other vegetables that pair well with tuna and pasta include zucchini, spinach, broccoli, or mushrooms.
  • Serve the tuna pasta bake immediately after baking. You can garnish it with fresh herbs like basil or parsley for an extra touch of flavor.

Conclusion:

This Italian tuna pasta bake is a delicious and versatile dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its combination of tender pasta, flavorful tuna, creamy sauce, and melted cheese, it's sure to be a hit with the whole family. Feel free to customize the recipe with your favorite vegetables and cheeses to create a dish that suits your taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give this tuna pasta bake a try!

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