Linda's Signature Linguini Ala Tonno With Aglio E Olio Recipe
Italian-style tuna tossed with sautéed mushrooms, garlic & extra virgin olive oil, served over linguini pasta with a lemon wedge - a family favorite!
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Tuna Mixture
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Linguini
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.
Tuna Mixture Preparation
- 2
Sauté the Mushrooms and Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they are golden brown and tender. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Add Tuna
Reduce the heat to low and gently fold in the drained canned tuna. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and cook for about 2-3 minutes until the tuna is heated through.
Combine and Serve
- 4
Mix Pasta with Tuna Mixture
Add the cooked linguini to the skillet with the tuna mixture. Toss gently to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- 5