Spicy beef pasta bake

A complete meal in your freezer, this Italian favourite just needs to be thawed, warmed and topped with fresh basil leaves.

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat oven to 200°C. Brush a 3L (12-cup) capacity freezer-proof baking dish with oil

Step 2

Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, bacon and chilli. Cook for 5 minutes or until the onion is soft.

Step 3

Add mince. Cook, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up any lumps, for 5 minutes or until browned. Stir in passata and basil. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 4

Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large saucepan of salted boiling water following packet directions. Drain. Transfer to a bowl.

Step 5

Stir the mince mixture and tomatoes into the pasta. Spoon into the prepared dish. Sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden.

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