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Tuna & Philadelphia Cheese Bake

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A creamy and comforting tuna pasta bake made with soft Philadelphia cheese, tender pasta, and a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for easy weeknight meals or meal prepping ahead of time.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

  • 150g pasta (any type)
  • 130g tuna chunks in spring water, drained
  • 400g chopped tomatoes
  • 250mL passata
  • 1/4 tsp chopped chilli
  • 1/4 tsp chopped garlic
  • 1 tbsp dried basil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 70g Philadelphia Light soft cheese
  • Optional: a small handful of reduced-fat cheddar cheese for topping
  • Salt, to taste
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Spray an ovenproof dish with cooking spray.
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. Spray a saucepan with cooking spray. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft.
  4. Stir in garlic and chilli, then add chopped tomatoes and passata. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, drained tuna, and tomato sauce. Stir well.
  6. Add Philadelphia Light cheese and mix until melted and incorporated. Season with salt to taste.
  7. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle dried basil over the top and add optional cheddar cheese if using.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes, or until bubbling and heated through.
  9. Serve hot, optionally with a side salad or vegetables.

Notes

  • Use whole-wheat or gluten-free pasta as needed.
  • Fresh basil can be used instead of dried—about 1–2 tbsp chopped.
  • Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for more nutrition.
  • If the top browns too quickly, cover with foil during baking.
  • Stir in a little extra passata if the mix seems dry before baking.

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Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/tuna-philadelphia-cheese-bake/