Roasted Pepper and Aubergine Linguine

a) Add the linguine to the pan of boiling water and cook until tender, 12 mins, then drain in a colander. b) 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 if you have one). b) Finely chop the chives (or use scissors).

a) Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium heat. When hot, add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. b) Stir in the tomato puree, followed by the finely chopped tomatoes, vegetable stock paste, sundried tomato paste and water (see ingredients for amount). c) Add a pinch of sugar and season with salt and pepper. d) Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until thick and tomatoey, 4-5 mins.

a) When they are ready, combine the roasted veggies, cooked pasta and sauce in whichever pan is the largest. b) Stir in half the chives and half the hard Italian style cheese. TIP: Add a splash more water if it seems a bit dry. c) Season to taste with salt and pepper if needed.