Three Minute Pasta Sauce

- large handful chopped Frozen peas or broccoli
- 1.5 tbsp Tomato purée
- 1 tsp Garlic purée
- 0.5 tsp Mixed dried herbs
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 50g / 1.75oz Grated Cheddar
- pinch freshly ground Black pepper
- 125g / 4.4oz dried quick-cook Penne

1. Bring a pan of water to boil and add 125g / 4.4oz dried quick-cook Penne and a large handful of chopped Frozen peas or broccoli. Cook for 5 minutes or according to the pasta packet instructions.
2. Meanwhile, in a medium microwavable bowl, combine 1.5 tbsp / 1.5 tbsp Tomato purée, 1 tsp / 1 tsp Garlic purée, 50g / 1.75oz Grated Cheddar, and a pinch of freshly ground Black pepper. Stir well.
3. Add 150ml / 5fl oz of the pasta cooking water and mix well. If using a microwave, heat for 2 minutes for a silkier finish.
4. Once the pasta and veg are cooked, drain and stir through the sauce quickly while the pasta is still hot. Serve with extra grated Cheddar and basil leaves if desired.