PENNE WITH PANCETTA, TUNA, AND WHITE WINE

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This is a fresh-tasting pasta dish loaded with good stuff! Pancetta, peas, mushrooms, spinach, flaked tuna, and cherry tomatoes are cooked in a bright-tasting white wine and lemon juice sauce. This recipe calls for canned tuna, but it is also a great way to use leftover tuna steaks.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 ounces pancetta bacon, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
5 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
½ cup dry white wine
½ cup frozen green peas
12 cherry tomatoes, halved
5 ounces baby spinach
2 (5 ounce) cans solid white tuna packed in water, drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound penne pasta
freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in pancetta, and cook until browned. Remove to paper towels.
  • Return skillet to medium heat, and pour in 2 tablespoons olive oil. Stir in onion, garlic, and crushed red pepper. Cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in mushrooms. Cook until they begin to give off juices.
  • Turn the heat up to medium high, and pour in wine. Cook about 3 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium low. Stir in peas, cherry tomatoes, and spinach. Flake in tuna, drizzle in lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine, and cook until warmed through.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook penne until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and stir into tuna mixture. Top with freshly grated Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 183.2 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

Tiffany Mathis
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This dish is a bit too salty for my taste. I would use less pancetta next time.


nazpari manwani
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I'm not a huge fan of tuna, but I really enjoyed this dish. The pancetta and white wine sauce were delicious.


Reyaj Dewan
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover tuna. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat fish.


Ahmad gidado Nakowa
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


mary Rodriguez
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and satisfying meal.


Lynn Gomez
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This recipe is a keeper! It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Angel Pack
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I've never made a dish with tuna and pancetta before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Henry Congress
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This dish is a bit too rich for my taste. I would use less pancetta and butter next time.


Rahib Hussain
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Stillow Mbekwa
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat fish. My kids loved the tuna and the pancetta, and they even ate the vegetables.


Mojammel Mojammel
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I'm not a fan of tuna, but I loved this dish! The pancetta and white wine sauce are so flavorful that they make up for the tuna.


Saima Rehmani
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This dish is a bit bland for my taste. I would add some more spices or herbs to give it more flavor.


SADEEYA UMAR
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I love this dish! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Burhan Rajpoot
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover tuna. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Chris Campos
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it! The flavors are amazing and the dish is so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Logan Powell
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This dish is delicious! The tuna is cooked perfectly and the pancetta adds a nice crispy texture. The white wine sauce is also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Aqib Noor
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The pancetta and tuna pair perfectly together, and the white wine adds a nice touch of flavor. It's a quick and easy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.


Orhan Khan
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This dish is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The pancetta adds a salty, smoky flavor, while the tuna provides a delicate, flaky texture. The white wine adds a subtle acidity that brightens up the dish. Overall, this is a well-balanc