Tuna Pasta with Peas (Italy)

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add penne pasta and cook until al dente, stirring occasionally.

Step 2

In the meantime, prepare the sauce. In a frying pan, add olive oil, tuna and minced garlic. Toss for 2 to 3 minutes, breaking the larger chunks of tuna with the help of a wooden spoon.

Step 3

Add the peas, stir and wait for another 2 minutes.

Step 4

Finally, add tomato purée, and season with salt and pepper.

Step 5

Cook on medium-low for 10 minutes. If the sauce becomes too dry, you can add one or two tablespoons of pasta water.

Step 6

When the pasta is ready, drain it and pour it in the pan with the sauce. Toss on medium heat for 30 seconds.

Step 7

Serve immediately.