Creamy Tomato Tuna Penne Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 pound penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 (12 ounce) can tuna, drained
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the penne pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, oregano, basil, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the tuna and cooked pasta and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
4. Serve the pasta topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Interesting Facts

• This Creamy Tomato Tuna Penne Pasta is a great way to use up leftover tuna.
• This dish is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and can easily be doubled for a larger family.
• The red pepper flakes add a nice kick of heat to the dish, but can be omitted for a milder flavor.