Budget Friendly

CREAMY TUNA PASTA BAKE

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An economical cupboard favourite with sweetcorn and crisp golden topping.

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PREP 15 MIN.

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COOK 30 MIN.

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SERVES 6

INGREDIENTS

  • 350g SPAR Macaroni
  • 2 x 170g cans SPAR Tuna in Salt Water, drained
  • 1 x 400g can SPAR Whole Kernel Sweetcorn, drained
  • 50g SPAR Butter
  • 50g SPAR Cake Flour
  • 500ml SPAR Milk, warmed
  • 150g SPAR Grated Cheddar Cheese
  • 60g SPAR Breadcrumbs
  • SPAR Salt and Black Pepper, to taste

CHEF’S TIP

Add a handful of breadcrumbs over the cheese for an extra-crisp topping.

HOW TO MAKE IT

  1. Heat the oven to 190°C. Cook the macaroni until just firm, then drain.
  2. Melt the butter, stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk and simmer until thick. Stir in half the cheese.
  3. Combine the pasta, tuna, sweetcorn and sauce. Season and spoon into a baking dish.
  4. Mix the remaining cheese with breadcrumbs, scatter over the top and bake for 20 minutes until golden.

GOOD TO KNOW

  1. Freezer friendly? YES
  2. Leftovers? – Refrigerate for up to 2 days.

PERFECT PAIRING

FRESHLY BAKED GARLIC BREAD

Perfect for mopping up every last bit of the creamy tomato sauce.

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