Rapid Roasted Pepper and Aubergine Linguine

a) While the veg roasts, add the linguine to the pan of boiling water and bring back to the boil. Cook until tender, 12 mins.

b) Once cooked, drain in a colander and pop back into the pan. Drizzle with oil and stir through to stop it sticking together.

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

b) Finely chop the chives (use scissors if easier). 

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

b) Stir in the chopped tomatoes, veg stock paste, sun-dried tomato paste, sugar and water for the sauce (see pantry for both amounts). Season with salt and pepper.

c) Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until thickened, 4-5 mins.

a) Once everything's cooked, combine the roasted veg, cooked pasta and sauce in whichever pan is the largest. 

b) Stir in half the chives, half the hard Italian style cheese and the butter (see pantry for amount), until melted.

c) Add a splash of water if it looks a little dry.

d) Season to taste with salt and pepper if needed.