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Penne Tuna and Cheese Bake

Name: Penne Tuna and Cheese Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 portions
Cuisine: mediterraneenne
Ingredients: 400 g Penne; 250 g Canned tuna; 150 g Gruyère; 50 g Butter; 40 g Flour; 500 ml Milk; 80 g Olives; à volonté Salt; à volonté Pepper; 1 sprig Parsley

A classic and flavorful baked pasta dish with tuna, penne and homemade béchamel sauce. Ready in 45 minutes for a comforting family meal.

45 min4 servings520 kcalDifficulty: Medium

Ingredients

400 g Penne
250 g Canned tuna
150 g Gruyère
50 g Butter
40 g Flour
500 ml Milk
80 g Olives
à volonté Salt
à volonté Pepper
1 sprig Parsley

Instructions

Step 1
Cook the penne according to package directions in a pot of salted water. Drain.
Step 2
Meanwhile, prepare the béchamel: melt the butter, add the flour and stir for 2 minutes.
Step 3
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Let thicken for 5 minutes over medium heat.
Step 4
Drain the tuna, add it to the béchamel with the chopped olives. Season to taste. Add the pasta and mix.
Step 5
Pour into a baking dish, top with grated Gruyère and bake at 180°C for 15-18 minutes.

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