Creamy Tuna Penne Bake

Name: Creamy Tuna Penne Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian, American
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Butter; 15 oz Canned Tuna; 1.25 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese; 0.5 tsp Ground Nutmeg; 1 cup Heavy Cream; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 whole Onion; 14.6 oz Penne Pasta; 1 dash Salt & Pepper

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Creamy Tuna Penne Bake brings tender pasta and flaky tuna together in a rich, velvety sauce kissed with nutmeg, then finished under a golden Parmesan crust. Each bite is comforting and well-balanced, with savory onion and a gentle warmth from the spice. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or a make-ahead meal to share.

Prep15 mins
Cook30 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an oven-safe baking dish.
2

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm, about 11 minutes. Drain and toss the pasta with olive oil.
3

While the pasta cooks, melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the tuna and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in the heavy cream; season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Add the penne and toss thoroughly. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and top with Parmesan cheese.
4

Bake in the preheated oven until the top turns golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.