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    Pesto & Potatoes

    July 11, 2025

    This easy canned tuna pasta recipe is a no-brainer for busy weeknights. Made with pantry staples like tuna, tomatoes, and dry spaghetti, it's a protein-packed one-skillet meal ready in less than 30 minutes. Ideal for meal prep with leftovers for meal prep.

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    Bring water to a boil in a large pot to cook spaghetti or pasta. Salt water and cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
    2
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    Heat olive oil in a large skillet or 3.5-quart braising pan. Cooking on medium, add in 2 minced garlic cloves and ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes. Stir with a wooden spoon to keep moving, cooking for about 1 minute.
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    Carefully pour in 28-ounces canned whole, peeled tomatoes. Use the wooden spoon or a fork to break apart the whole tomatoes. Reduce heat to low, if needed, to keep tomatoes from splattering.
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    Once tomatoes are broken up, season with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes.
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    Add 10 ounces canned tuna (2 cans) and add into the tomato sauce with liquid. Break up the tuna into chunks and stir the liquid into the sauce. Return to a simmer and cook for about 3 minutes.
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    Stir in the cooked pasta and toss to combine. Once pasta is just heated, sprinkle on flat-leaf parsley and serve.
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