LEMONY TUNA PASTA

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This is not your Mom's tuna casserole! Garlicky, lemony and good! Use oil packed tuna please, it makes a HUGE difference to the flavor. A nice white wine and garlic bread complete the meal.

Provided by Michelle S.

Categories     Tuna

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon lemon, rind of
1 teaspoon basil, crumbled
1 teaspoon dried parsley, crumbled
1/3 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons flour
salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste
2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans tuna packed in oil, drained
1 lb medium pasta shell, just cooked
lemon wedge
parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a heavy large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add garlic, lemon peel and herbs; cook stirring occasionally approximately 5 minutes, being careful not to burn garlic.
  • Gradually add flour, stir till blended.
  • Gradually add wine, stir till blended.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir until sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
  • Mix in tuna, heat through.
  • Place shells in serving bowl, pour sauce over and toss.
  • Garnish with lemon wedges and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

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