Penne with Pancetta, Tuna, and White Wine
This penne pasta recipe is the perfect way to show off your culinary skills. The combination of penne, pancetta, tuna, and white wine creates a flavorful and elegant meal that will impress your guests.
Penne with Pancetta, Tuna, and White Wine
This recipe for penne with pancetta, tuna, and white wine is easy to follow and will leave you with a delicious dish that's perfect for any occasion. The pancetta provides a savory flavor while the tuna adds a boost of protein, and the white wine gives the dish a touch of sophistication.
Equipment
- 1 skillet
- 1 large pot
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 3 ounces pancetta bacon, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 5 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup frozen green peas
- 12 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 2 (6 ounce) cans solid white tuna packed in water, drained
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound penne pasta
- freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in pancetta, and cook until browned. Remove to paper towels.
- Return skillet to medium heat, and pour in 2 tablespoons olive oil. Stir in onion, garlic, and crushed red pepper. Cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in mushrooms. Cook until they begin to give off juices. Turn the heat up to medium high, and pour in wine. Cook about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium low.
- Stir in peas, cherry tomatoes, and spinach. Flake in tuna, drizzle in lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine, and cook until warmed through.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook penne until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Drain, and stir into tuna mixture. Top with freshly grated Parmesan.
