How to Make Bow Tie Pasta with Tomato Tuna Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a simple and delicious weeknight dinner recipe? Look no further than bow tie pasta with tomato tuna sauce. This hearty and satisfying dish is perfect for when you want something quick and easy, but still packed with flavor and nutrition.

The combination of tender bow tie pasta and savory tomato tuna sauce is a match made in heaven. The pasta's unique texture and shape are perfect for holding onto the rich and robust sauce, creating a mouthwatering bite with every forkful.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup whole wheat bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 (15 ounce) can canned beans
  • 1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Stir in the pasta and boil until cooked through, but still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Toast bread crumbs in oil, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; stir in lemon zest. Remove seasoned bread crumbs from skillet and drain on paper towels.
  • Place the skillet back over medium heat. Add the beans, and mash. Stir in the tuna, tomato sauce, and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Toss sauce with prepared pasta; place in prepared baking dish. Top with the toasted bread crumbs and remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Bake in preheated oven until the cheese melts, about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    345 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 1472mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 56g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 128mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 376mg