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TUNA & SWEETCORN PASTA BAKE

By The Chef
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This quick tuna and sweetcorn pasta bake delivers creamy comfort with minimal effort, ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s hearty, wholesome, and family‑friendly.

INGREDIENTS

  • 300 g fusilli or penne (10 oz)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (15 ml)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can tuna in olive oil, drained (185 g / 6.5 oz)
  • 1 cup sweetcorn kernels (150 g / 5 oz, canned or frozen)
  • 250 ml cream or milk (1 cup)
  • 100 g grated cheddar cheese (3.5 oz / 1 cup)
  • 50 g grated mozzarella (1.75 oz / ½ cup)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika (5 g)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (2 tbsp / 30 ml)

STEP-BY-STEP COOKING INSTRUCTIONS
1.  Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (8–10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
2.  Heat olive oil in a large oven‑safe skillet. Sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes until softened.
3.  Stir in tuna and sweetcorn, cooking for 2 minutes.
4.  Add cream or milk, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes.
5.  Toss cooked pasta into the skillet, mixing well.
6.  Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella evenly over the top.
7.  Place skillet under a hot grill/broiler for 5 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbling.
8.  Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

HELPFUL COOKING TIPS
1.  Use tuna packed in olive oil for richer flavor.
2.  Reserve a little pasta water to loosen the sauce if it thickens too much.
3.  Mix cheese into the pasta before grilling for extra gooey texture.
4.  Add a pinch of chili flakes for a spicy kick.
5.  Broil until golden brown for a crisp, irresistible topping.
6.  Swap cream for Greek yogurt to lighten the dish.
7.  Stir in spinach or peas for added vegetables.

PREP & COOKING TIMES

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (PER SERVING, 4 SERVINGS)

  • Calories: ~480 kcal
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Fiber: 4 g

DIETARY TAGS

  • High protein
  • Family‑friendly
  • Quick weeknight meal
  • Comfort food

ALLERGEN INFORMATION

  • Contains dairy (cream, cheddar, mozzarella)
  • Contains gluten (pasta)
  • Contains fish (tuna)
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