Tuna-Italiano

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• 1 cup of marinara sauce
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) of diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 can (6 ounces) of tuna, drained
• 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
• 1/4 cup of black olives, sliced
• 2 tablespoons of capers, drained
• 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring until softened, about 5 minutes. Add marinara sauce and tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in tuna, Italian seasoning, olives, and capers. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper. Spoon into a 2-quart baking dish.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and mozzarella cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
5. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Tuna-Italiano is a great way to use up leftover canned tuna.
• It’s a great dish to serve for a weeknight dinner or for a potluck.
• It’s a great way to get your family to eat more seafood.