Mediterranean Tuna Twist

Ingredients 1 (12-ounce) bag fresh vegetable medley (contains broccoli, cauliflower and carrots)
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon garlic butter
1/2 cup quartered artichoke hearts (drained)
3 tablespoons diced pimientos (undrained)
1 tablespoon capers (drained)
1 tablespoon pesto sauce
1 (12-ounce) can white albacore tuna in water (drained)
8 ounces tri-color rotini
2 tablespoons lemon pepper marinade
1/2 cup Alfredo sauce
2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese (optional)

Steps
1. Fill large saucepan 1/2 full of water. Cover and bring to a boil on high heat for pasta.
2. Cut vegetables into bite-size pieces, if preferred. Place in microwave-safe bowl with water; cover and microwave on HIGH 4 minutes or until hot.
3. Preheat large sauté pan on medium-high heat 2–3 minutes. Place butter in pan and swirl to coat. Stir in artichokes, pimientos, capers, pesto and tuna. Cook 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir pasta into boiling water. Boil 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until tender.
5. Drain vegetables and stir into tuna mixture. Cook 2–3 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
6. Stir in marinade and Alfredo sauce; reduce heat to low and simmer 2–3 minutes until fully heated.
7. Drain pasta and return to pan. Stir tuna mixture in gently until blended. Sprinkle with cheese and serve.


(Recipe Courtesy of Publix Apron's Simple Meals)