Italian Inspired Cannellini and Tomato Stew

a) Pour the boiled water for the bulgur (see pantry for amount) into a medium saucepan on high heat, then stir in the bulgur wheat and half the veg stock paste.

b) Bring back to the boil and simmer for 1 min.

c) Put a lid on the pan and remove from the heat. Leave to the side for 12-15 mins or until ready to serve.

d) Meanwhile, peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).

a) Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan. Once hot, add the garlic and cook for 30 secs.

b) Add the remaining veg stock paste, the passata, cannellini beans, mixed herbs, sugar and water for the sauce (see pantry for both amounts). Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer.

c) Simmer until the sauce has thickened, 4-5 mins.

a) Once the sauce has thickened, add the spinach to the pan a handful at a time until wilted and piping hot, 1-2 mins.

b) Stir through the roasted tomatoes, butter (see pantry for amount) and half the cheese until melted.

c) Season with salt and pepper.

a) When the bulgur is ready, fluff up the grains with a fork and stir through the pesto.