Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/8 checked
1
servings
0.5 cup

mini farfalle pasta

1 ounce

frozen peas

16 ounce

spaghetti sauce

1 slice

cheese

1 slice

whole wheat bread

5 ounce

tuna

1 tsp

mayonnaise

1 tsp

olive oil

Step 1
~2 min

Bring a pot of water to a boil.

Step 2
~2 min

Add mini farfalle pasta to boiling water and cook according to package directions.

Key Technique: Boiling
Step 3
~2 min

Place bread on a plate.

Step 4
~2 min

In a small bowl, combine tuna, mayonnaise, and olive oil.

Step 5
~2 min

Spread a thin layer of the tuna mixture on the slice of bread.

Step 6
~2 min

Top with a slice of cheese.

Step 7
~2 min

Cut the sandwich into 4 pieces.

Step 8
~2 min

Once pasta is cooked, place frozen peas in hot water to thaw.

Step 9
~2 min

Drain the pasta and toss with spaghetti sauce.

Step 10
~2 min

Serve the tuna sandwich alongside the pasta.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add vegetables to the pasta for extra nutrients.

Use different types of cheese for variety.

Serve with a side of fruit.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Pasta can be cooked ahead of time

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of fruit or vegetables.

Cut sandwich into fun shapes.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Apple slices
Carrot sticks

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Kid's party

Popularity Score

65/100

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