Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake
This creamy tuna pasta bake is a comforting casserole made with tender pasta, flaky tuna, and a rich cream sauce topped with melted cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this easy dish is ready in under an hour and feeds the whole family.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Dish
Ingredients
Main
- 300 g pasta penne, rigatoni, or fusilli
- 1 can tuna 185g, drained
- 1 cup cream
- 1 cup cheese grated
- 1/2 cup peas frozen or fresh
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Drain tuna thoroughly and combine with cream, peas, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Add cooked pasta and mix gently until evenly coated.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with grated cheese and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbling.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, use freshly grated cheese and avoid overcooking the pasta before baking.