21 November 2008

Introducing Secretary Dinners

Ever heard of TV Dinners? I am putting a new spin on that, and creating 'Secretary Dinners'. :-)
Once in a while, I will add one of my own recipes to the blog.I have tried to keep to recipes that are simple, cost effective, easy to make and that are not time-consuming. Enjoy :-)


Photo Credit: David Farabegoli

Tuna Pasta Dish

Ingredients:
1 Small Onion, chopped
1 Greenpepper, chopped
2 Tomatoes, chopped
1 Cup chopped Mushrooms
2 Tins Tuna, drained
2 Tins Mussels in brine
1 Cup grated Cheese
White Sauce
Half packet cooked Macaroni Pasta (al dente)
Olive oil or Butter to fry
3-4 Tablespoons unwhipped cream (optional)


Instructions:
In a heated pan, melt a generous portion of butter or pour in some olive oil. Add chopped onions and fry until onions are transparent. Add chopped green pepper and fry until soft. Add drained tuna and mussels in brine. Do not drain the mussels; add the brine as well. Fry for a few minutes. Add mushrooms and tomatoes and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes. If you are adding cream, add this to the mixture now.
Meanwhile, pour the pasta into a pasta dish. Remove tuna mixture from heat and pour over the pasta. Add white sauce on top of this, and sprinkle the cheese on top.
Bake in the oven until cheese is melted.
Serve with a fresh green salad.

Bon Appetit!