Tuna and tomato linguine recipe

Step 1

Cook the pasta in a saucepan of boiling water following packet directions or until al dente. Drain well, reserving ¼ cup (60ml) cooking liquid.

Step 2

Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the tomatoes and cook, turning, for 4 mins or until the tomatoes begin to collapse. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.

Step 3

Add zucchini, mushroom and garlic to pan. Season. Cook, stirring, for 4 mins or until vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the pasta, reserved cooking liquid, cream, chilli, if using, and tuna in sauce to the zucchini mixture. Cook, tossing, for 1 min or until heated through. Divide the pasta mixture among serving plates. Top with the tomatoes and sprinkle with parmesan.