Starry 'Galaxy' Veggie Pasta Bake

Heat a large frying pan on high heat (no oil).
When hot, add the courgette and cook until charred, 6-8 mins total. Turn only every couple of mins - this will result in the courgette picking up some nice colour.
Once cooked, season with salt and pepper if you'd like, then transfer the courgette 'planets' to a bowl.

Meanwhile, when your pan of water is boiling, add the rigatoni and bring back to the boil. Cook until tender, 12 mins.
Once cooked, drain in a colander and pop back in the pan. Drizzle with oil and stir through to stop it sticking together.

Once the courgette 'planets' have been set aside, wipe out the frying pan and pop back on medium heat with a drizzle of oil.
Once hot, add the garlic and cook for 30 secs, then add the tomato passata, water for the sauce (see ingredients for amount), vegetable stock paste and 1/2 tsp sugar (if you'd like). Stir together, then bring to the boil and simmer until thickened, 4-5 mins.
Stir in the creme fraiche and half the Cheddar, then simmer until melted and smooth, 2-3 mins. Taste and season with salt and pepper if you'd like.

While the sauce simmers, preheat your grill to high.
Chop half your courgette 'planets' into quarters, then stir into the creamy sauce along with the peas and cooked pasta. Add a splash of water if it's a little thick.
Transfer your pasta to an ovenproof dish and top with the remaining courgette 'planets'. Sprinkle over the remaining Cheddar to make the stars of your galaxy!
Grill until bubbling and golden, 3-4 mins.
Space Ranger Mission: Chart a course for a brand new galaxy! Little space rangers can help decorate the top of the pasta with the courgette 'planets' and cheese 'stars'. Make small piles of cheese here and there to make extra cheesy star clusters.

Meanwhile, put the balsamic vinegar in a bowl with a drizzle of oil. Season with salt and pepper if you'd like, then mix together.
When ready, share your starry 'galaxy' pasta bake between bowls. Add the pea shoots to the balsamic dressing and toss to coat, then serve alongside. Enjoy!