You’ll Need
Main
75g dried penne pasta
½ tin tuna in spring water, drained (about 70g)
40g sweetcorn
¼ small onion, finely diced
1 clove garlic, finely sliced
1 tsp olive oil
Sauce
50ml semi-skimmed milk
25g cream cheese
30g mature cheddar, grated
10g Parmesan, grated
½ tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and black pepper
Topping
20g mature cheddar, grated
Optional but Dangerous
Chilli flakes
Crispy onions
Garlic bread
Fresh parsley
Black pepper
Method
Preheat your air fryer to 190°C.
Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions until just al dente. Drain well.
Place the onion, garlic and olive oil into a small foil tray or heatproof dish.
Air fry for 4–5 minutes, stirring once, until softened.
Stir in the tuna and sweetcorn, then cook for another 2 minutes.
Add the cooked pasta, milk, cream cheese, Dijon mustard, grated cheddar, Parmesan, salt and black pepper.
Mix thoroughly until everything is coated in the creamy sauce.
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar over the top.
Return to the air fryer for 5–6 minutes, until the cheese is bubbling and lightly golden.
Finish with chopped parsley or any optional toppings before serving.