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Tuna-Mushroom Penne

Source of Recipe


Canadian Press






List of Ingredients



• 3 Tbsp butter or margarine
  
• 2 tsp chopped garlic
  
• 2/3 cup chopped onions
  
• 2/3 cup diced red pepper
  
• 1-1/2 cups sliced mushrooms
  
• 1 cup diced tomato
  
• 1-1/2 cups fresh or jar tomato sauce
  
• Salt and pepper to taste
  
• 1 can chunk light tuna
  
• 1 lb. penne pasta
  
• 1/2 cup fresh basil and oregano, chopped
  
• 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  






Instructions



1. Melt butter over medium heat in a heavy saucepan. Saute garlic, onions and peppers for 3 minutes, until softened. Add the fresh sliced mushrooms and stir.
   
   
2. Increase heat to high and cook, stirring, for 3 to 4 minutes. Add diced tomatoes and sauce. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer gently for 20 minutes. Adjust seasonings, if necessary.
   
   
3. Fold in tuna, herbs, and 1/4 of the cheese.
   
   
4. While sauce simmers, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain.
   
   Toss the sauce with the drained pasta and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
   
   Serves 4