Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 8 ounces whole wheat rotini pasta (or pasta of choice)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 can albacore tuna in olive oil (drained)

Instruction

  • Bring a large pot of salty water to a boil and prepare pasta according to package instructions.
  • While pasta is cooking, prepare the cheese sauce in a medium saucepot by melting the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour, salt, and pepper and cook until flour dissolves into the butter, about 60 seconds, whisking frequently.
  • Pour in the milk and bring the mixture to a low boil, whisking occasionally.
  • Add in the shredded cheese and stir until melted; remove from heat.
  • Drain pasta and return to large pot. Pour in the cheese sauce and stir until pasta is evenly coated.
  • Stir the peas into the pasta as well as the tuna and heat until warmed through, about 2 minutes.
  • Divide between four bowls to serve.