PENNE WITH PANCETTA, TUNA, AND WHITE WINE

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This is a fresh-tasting pasta dish loaded with good stuff! Pancetta, peas, mushrooms, spinach, flaked tuna, and cherry tomatoes are cooked in a bright-tasting white wine and lemon juice sauce. This recipe calls for canned tuna, but it is also a great way to use leftover tuna steaks.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 ounces pancetta bacon, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
5 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
½ cup dry white wine
½ cup frozen green peas
12 cherry tomatoes, halved
5 ounces baby spinach
2 (5 ounce) cans solid white tuna packed in water, drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound penne pasta
freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in pancetta, and cook until browned. Remove to paper towels.
  • Return skillet to medium heat, and pour in 2 tablespoons olive oil. Stir in onion, garlic, and crushed red pepper. Cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in mushrooms. Cook until they begin to give off juices.
  • Turn the heat up to medium high, and pour in wine. Cook about 3 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium low. Stir in peas, cherry tomatoes, and spinach. Flake in tuna, drizzle in lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine, and cook until warmed through.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook penne until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and stir into tuna mixture. Top with freshly grated Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 183.2 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

Salim Juma
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it would benefit from some additional seasoning. Perhaps some garlic or red pepper flakes would help.


Johnnie M Kelley
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would use less pancetta next time. Otherwise, it was a good dish.


Lhamu Lama
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This recipe was easy to make and turned out great! I used canned tuna instead of fresh and it still tasted delicious. I also added a bit of red pepper flakes for a little spice.


Confidence Thank God Nyeche
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I'm not a fan of tuna, but I really enjoyed this dish. The pancetta and white wine sauce were so flavorful that they masked the tuna flavor.


alaa rmichi
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat fish. The pancetta and white wine sauce make the tuna more palatable for them.


Sardar Jattak
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook tuna and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's a delicious and unique dish that I will definitely be making again.


Agwu Chibuzor
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tuna. It's also a quick and easy meal to make on a weeknight.


Osuolale taiwo david
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors. I will definitely be making this again.


Lokeni Filemoni
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This dish was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I would use less pancetta and cream next time. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


MD sadek Ahamed
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Overall, this was a good dish. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. However, I found the tuna to be a bit dry. I think I would try using fresh tuna next time.


Asange Asange
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it would benefit from some additional seasoning. Perhaps some garlic or red pepper flakes would help.


Nick Gorret
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would use less pancetta next time. Otherwise, it was a good dish.


Baby Kekana
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I'm not a huge fan of tuna, but I really enjoyed this dish. The pancetta and white wine sauce were so flavorful that they masked the tuna flavor. I would definitely make this again.


RAY RAY
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I used canned tuna instead of fresh and it still tasted delicious. I also added a bit of red pepper flakes for a little spice. Will definitely make this again!


Shakil Oficial
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The pancetta and tuna pair surprisingly well together and the white wine sauce is creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Kata ftasz
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great. The pancetta adds a nice salty flavor to the dish and the tuna adds a light and flaky texture. I also love the pop of color from the peas.


Karamat Ali
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The flavors were well-balanced and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Sabitri Sth
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The combination of pancetta, tuna, and white wine creates a rich and flavorful sauce that perfectly coats the penne pasta. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.