A pasta toss doesn't get much easier than this one...and it's as tasty as it is easy!

Penne with Tuna and Fresh Basil

1/2 pound penne pasta, cooked according to package directions

2 garlic cloves, finely minced

1 teaspoon lemon zest

Juice of 1 lemon (4 tablespoons)

1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves, shredded

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

2 (6-ounce) cans white albacore tuna, drained

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for accompaniment

1. In a large bowl toss together garlic, zest, juice, basil, and tuna with oil from can.
2. Add just cooked and hot penne to bowl and toss with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Serve sprinkled with Parmesan.

Serves 4.