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The Unexpected Epitome of Italian Comfort Food: Canned Tuna Pasta

The Unexpected Epitome of Italian Comfort Food: Canned Tuna Pasta

An Italian Staple that Shaped the Identity of a Whole Country

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Valentina Solfrini
Jan 13, 2025
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I always wonder how many people outside of Italy actually know about what I would call one of the most iconic, well-loved Italian staples. I feel like this is one of those pastas that are way more present on actual Italian tables than non-italians would imagine. More than Carbonara. More than cacio e pepe. Canned tuna pasta rules them all.

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