Pasta with tuna, bacon, and broccoli is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover tuna and bacon. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. The pasta is cooked al dente and tossed with a creamy sauce made with tuna, bacon, broccoli, and a touch of garlic. The dish is then topped with Parmesan cheese and served.
This article also includes recipes for three other pasta dishes:
* **Pasta with Tuna and Peas:** This dish is a classic combination of tuna, peas, and pasta. It is quick and easy to make, and it is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
* **Pasta with Tuna and Tomatoes:** This dish is a flavorful combination of tuna, tomatoes, and pasta. It is a great way to use up leftover tuna and tomatoes, and it is perfect for a summer meal.
* **Pasta with Tuna and Corn:** This dish is a fun and easy way to enjoy tuna. The combination of tuna, corn, and pasta is sure to please everyone at the table.
These recipes are all easy to make and perfect for a weeknight meal. They are also a great way to use up leftover tuna and other ingredients.
ONE-POT BACON BROCCOLI PASTA
This One-Pot Bacon Broccoli Pasta comes together in less than 20 minutes. It's a great easy Italian recipe to keep in your file.
Provided by Christy Denney
Categories Main Course
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, pot or Dutch oven, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove bacon from pan and drain on paper towels. Drain fat from the pot leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pot.
- Add the garlic and sautee for about 30 seconds. Add the uncooked pasta, cream, chicken broth, salt (and pepper), and crushed red pepper. Stir. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 6 minutes making sure to stir once in a while and keep noodles covered in liquid.
- Add the broccoli to the pot and cook another 5-7 minutes or until the broccoli is soft. Continue cooking until sauce is a little thicker. It will be thin and then thicken towards the end. Stir in the Parmesan and reserved bacon.
- Serve immediately and top with additional Parmesan.
ITALIAN BROCCOLI-BACON PASTA RECIPE
A Broccoli Bacon Pasta that is hearty and satisfying.
Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Categories Easy
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook the small broccoli florets in boiling water with 1 tsp salt until soft (they should be bright green). Drain and set aside.
- Cook the pasta in boiling water with 1 tsp salt until al dente (follow instructions on the package). Drain and put back in the pot. Melt 2 Tbsp butter and mix into the pasta.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil on medium-high, add the bacon and fry until lightly crisp. Fold a paper towel and put it in the skillet. Move it around the pan with spatula until it soaks up most of the fat. Discard the paper towel.
- Reduce to medium heat. Add the garlic and fry for 2 to 3 minutes stirring constantly.
- Add the broccoli and season with salt and pepper. Stir over medium heat for 2 minutes.
- Add the broccoli mixture to the pasta. Mix well and serve with Parmesan.
TUNA BACON CASSEROLE
This recipe has evolved over the years from a basic tuna casserole to something that MUST be shared. Because...bacon. :)
Provided by mengelke73
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 1 1/2 Cups, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. Cook pasta (I prefer egg noodles or spiral pasta) to Al Dente and drain.
- 2. Saute Celery & onion in butter or olive oil 3-4 minutes.
- 3. Place pasta in greased casserole dish. Pour mixture over top and.
- very gently stir into pasta until mixed well.
- 4. Cover loosely with foil and bake at 350 for 25 minutes.
- 5. Spread bacon bits, shredded cheese, and french fried onions on top. Cook an additional 5 minutes, uncovered.
- ** I usually cook this in a deep 9 x 9 casserole dish. If using something larger, you probably want to change the initial bake time to 20 minutes (or less - until it's bubbly).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.8, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 11.4, Cholesterol 92.3, Sodium 666.1, Carbohydrate 21.7, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 4.2, Protein 24.9
PASTA WITH TUNA, BACON, AND BROCCOLI
I know how this sounds, but it is actually a really great combination. You can change it up by adding chicken, shrimp or scallops. I also like sauted mushrooms in it. It's great for left over spaghetti noodles when you're tired of plain old marinara.
Provided by Little Mommy
Categories Tuna
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- heat olive oil and saute onion and garlic until soft.
- add broccoli and tuna, cook until broccoli is tender.
- add bacon, Italian seasoning, black pepper and wine. Heat through.
- Add to pasta and toss with remaining olive oil and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.9, Fat 20.2, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 42.1, Sodium 573.2, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 26.7
BROCCOLI PASTA
Believe it or not, the star behind this 5-ingredient supper is overcooked broccoli! We over-steam it here to give the broccoli a delicate and creamy texture, making it perfect for mashing, mixing with pasta water and tossing with pasta.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Set up a steamer basket in a 3-quart saucepan. Add enough water to come up to the bottom of the basket. Bring the water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets to the basket, cover and cook until the broccoli is soft and nearly falling apart but still holds its shape, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Transfer the broccoli to a large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons butter and gently toss; season with salt and pepper, then mash.
- Cook the spaghetti according to label directions, then reserve 1 cup cooking water and drain.
- In a large skillet, cook the garlic in the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and the olive oil for 30 seconds. Add the mashed broccoli, the Parmesan and half of the reserved cooking water. Cook, stirring, until saucy. Season with salt and pepper. Toss with the spaghetti, adding more cooking water as needed.
BACON & BROCCOLI PASTA
A quick and tasty pasta dish that goes from pot to plate in just 20 minutes making it an ideal midweek meal
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring a large pan of water to the boil and cook the pasta according to pack instructions. About 3 mins before the pasta is cooked, throw in the broccoli. When everything is done, drain, reserving about 100ml of the cooking water.
- While the pasta is cooking, grill the bacon for 6-7 mins until crisp, then cut into bite-size pieces. Tip everything into the pasta pan, toss together well and loosen with a little of the cooking water, if needed. Sprinkle over the Parmesan and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 655 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 96 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 32 grams protein, Sodium 2.72 milligram of sodium
TUNA & BACON PASTA FINA
This is a recipe that I have been making for years. It's always a favorite. You can tweak the ingredients to your own tastes if you so choose. My brother likes to add minced onions to the saute. It's quick, it's easy & tastes great!
Provided by ChaCha3
Categories Tuna
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Fry the bacon in a pan. When bacon is done, drain on papertowels.
- Keep the bacon grease in the pan. (Note: You can reduce the amount of bacon grease you use if you so choose, just keep enough so it doesn't get dry).
- Put the tuna and garlic in the pan with the bacon grease and heat over medium heat - stirring occasionally. Do this for approximately 5 minutes.
- Season with black pepper (optional).
- Crumble the bacon strips and place back in the pan with the tuna & garlic.
- Heat for another minute or two.
- Boil your angel hair pasta.
- When pasta is done put into a large bowl.
- Transfer your bacon & tuna mixture from the pan into the bowl of pasta.
- Toss all ingredients to incorporate all the flavors.
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and serve.
TUNA & BROCCOLI PASTA BAKE
A family favourite, this filling and warming supper is ready in under half an hour - and uses lots of storecupboard ingredients
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 23m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the reserved oil from the tuna in a very large saucepan. Tip in the tomatoes plus 200ml water and simmer while you cook the pasta, following pack instructions. Add the broccoli for the final 3 mins, then drain, reserving some of the cooking water.
- Heat the grill. Stir the soft cheese into the tomato sauce until melted, then mix with the pasta, broccoli and drained tuna, along with a little of the reserved cooking water if the sauce looks a bit thick. Season with salt and pepper.
- Tip into an ovenproof dish and sprinkle on the cheddar and crumbs. Grill, not too close to the heat, for about 4-6 mins until golden and bubbling. Serve with a big side salad, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 707 calories, Fat 26 grams fat, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 75 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 47 grams protein, Sodium 1.81 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose the freshest ingredients possible. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
- Don't overcook the tuna. It should be cooked just until it is opaque in the center.
- Use a good quality bacon. This will also make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add other vegetables, such as zucchini or mushrooms, to this dish.
- Serve the pasta immediately. This is when it is at its best.
Conclusion:
Pasta with tuna, bacon, and broccoli is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover tuna and bacon. This dish is packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this pasta recipe a try.
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