Tuna and Rigatoni Bake

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Tuna and Rigatoni Bake, a hearty, family-friendly dish that's loaded with creamy, cheesy goodness. Featuring tender rigatoni pasta folded into a velvety tomato and heavy cream sauce, this bake is enhanced with garlic, onions, and tuna for a satisfying and protein-packed meal. Topped with gooey melted mozzarella and sprinkled with aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, every bite is bursting with flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole comes together in just 50 minutes, serving six generously. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this cozy tuna bake is as inviting as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 350 g Rigatoni pasta
• 2 cans Canned tuna in water (drained)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 units Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 large Yellow onion (diced)
• 400 g Crushed tomatoes
• 150 ml Heavy cream
• 50 g Grated Parmesan cheese
• 150 g Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Dried basil
• 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 5

Fold in the drained tuna and cooked rigatoni, mixing gently to coat the pasta and tuna evenly with the sauce.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly and top with the shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbling.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1565.5 grams (1565.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2354

Total Fat 131.20g	168%
Saturated Fat 64.20g	321%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 378mg	126%
Sodium 4761mg	207%
Total Carbohydrate 158.80g	58%
Dietary Fiber 16.60g	59%
Total Sugars 26.10g
Protein 123.30g	247%

Vitamin D 136IU	680%
Calcium 1524mg	117%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 2011mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.1%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 27.5%