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One Pot Tuna Pasta




Source of Recipe


I love pasta-© 2001 National Pasta Association. All rights reserved.


Recipe Introduction




Serves 4




List of Ingredients




8 oz. Elbow Macaroni, Medium Shells or other medium pasta shape, uncooked
2 1/2 cups water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1/8 tsp. black pepper
1 tsp. fresh basil leaves
1 4-oz. jar pimento
1 9-oz. package frozen cut green beans
1 cup skim milk
4 oz. low-fat Cheddar cheese, grated
1 6 1/8-oz. can white albacore tuna packed in water, drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley





Recipe



Bring water, bouillon cubes, pepper and basil leaves to a boil in a 4-quart pot. Gradually add pasta so that water continues to boil. Cover and simmer for 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Meanwhile, dice pimento. Stir diced pimento, green beans and milk into pot; cover and simmer 6 to 8 minutes or until pasta and beans are tender. Stir in cheese, tuna and parsley until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.



Each Serving Provides:
288 Calories
27.8 g Protein
35.4 g Carbohydrates
3.7 g Fat
22.3 mg Cholesterol
783 mg Sodium
Calories from Fat 12%