Tuna Meatball Pasta

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combine tuna with  breadcrumbs,  an egg, salt, pepper,  garlic powder,  oregano and mozzarella

roll into small  meatballs

boil penne al dente in  salted water, drain,  reserving 1 cup water

heat the oil,  add tuna meatballs,  brown all over,  remove

add garlic, salt, pepper,  oregano, chili flakes and  tomato paste,  cook for 2 minutes

add cherry tomatoes,  cook for 3 minutes

pour in 1/2 cup  cooking water,  simmer for 2 minutes

press with a fork  to release juices

add pasta, parsley  and tuna meatballs

stir to combine