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Prep Time : 15min
Cook Time : 15min
Course : Entree, Pasta
Special : Easy, Quick
Type of Prep : Sauté
Cuisine : U.S. Regional
Occasion : Fall, Family Dinner, Winter
 
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Tuna Carbonara

From Linda Larsen,
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This simple and delicious recipe is ready to eat n about 20 minutes.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 8 oz. spaghetti pasta
  • 4 eggs, beaten
  • 2 Tbsp. butter, melted
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 6 oz. can white tuna, drained
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley

PREPARATION:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, beat eggs in large bowl. In large saucepan, melt butter and oil and saute pepper and garlic until tender.

When pasta is al dente, drain and add immediately to pan with sauteed peppers. Add tuna and cook, stirring, until heated through. Add eggs, cheese, and parsley to pan. Cook and stir, lifting pasta to allow sauce to coat thoroughly. Serves 4

Calories: 600
Fat: 28 grams
Carbs: 48 grams
Sodium: 800 mg

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