Three Minute Pasta Sauce

Three Minute Pasta Sauce

Macronutrients per 100g

Energy

242kcal

Sugar

3g

Fat

21g

Fiber

3g

Sat fat

3g

Protein

11g

Carbs

36g

Sodium

115mg

Ingredients

- 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

Preparation

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.

Micronutrients % of RDI

Iron

26% of RDI

Magnesium

46% of RDI

Vitamin C

21% of RDI

Omega 3

1% of RDI

Vitamin A

1% of RDI

Calcium

46% of RDI

Folate

27% of RDI

Good to know

Use nutritional yeast as a dairy-free substitute for cheese. Though it won't melt like dairy cheese, it adds a savory cheesy taste as well as extra protein, vitamins, and minerals.