Spinach Pasta With Tuna Sauce Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexHealthy
CuisineCourse
Method

Ingredients

 Margarine2 Tablespoon
 Garlic1 Clove (5 gm), sliced
 Thinly sliced mushrooms1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Green bell pepper1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs), diced
 Diced onion1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 All-purpose flour2 Teaspoon
 Skim milk1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Water3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs)
 Instant chicken broth and seasoning mix20 Gram
 Canned chunk white tuna12 Ounce, drained, flaked
 Chopped basil1 Tablespoon
 Parsley1 Tablespoon (Italian, Flat Leaf Variety)
 Cooked spinach pasta2 Cup (32 tbs) (Hot)
 Grated parmesan cheese4 Teaspoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 2680 Calories from Fat 384

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 53 g80.8%

Saturated Fat 12.1 g60.6%

Trans Fat 1.7 g

Cholesterol 162.2 mg54.1%

Sodium 2722.4 mg113.4%

Total Carbohydrates 417 g139%

Dietary Fiber 30.4 g121.8%

Sugars 29.8 g

Protein 129 g259%

Vitamin A 86.6% Vitamin C 146.3%

Calcium 84.8% Iron 14.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

In 12-inch nonstick skillet heat margarine until bubbly and hot; add garlic and saute until golden.
Using slotted spoon, remove and discard garlic.
To same skillet add mushrooms, onion, and green pepper and saute until onion is lightly browned.
Sprinkle vegetables with flour and stir quickly to combine; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
Gradually stir in milk; add water and broth mix and, stirring constantly, bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer, stirring, until mixture thickens.
Stir in tuna, basil, and parsley and cook until thoroughly heated.
Pour sauce over hot pasta and sprinkle with cheese.
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