Mexican Pasta Bake

Instructions

1. Spray a pan over a medium high heat with olive oil spray
2. Add onion and fry till softened.
3. Add ground beef and garlic and cook until browned.
4. Add in the chopped peppers, passata, stock, tomato paste, spices, herbs and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30mins until sauce thickens. Season as needed with salt and black pepper.
5. Stir in black beans and remove from heat.
6. Preheat oven to 180c or 350f (gas mark 4)
7. Cook pasta in boiling hot water until al dente, drain and mix together with the Mexican beef mix.
8. Place in a oven proof dish and top with the grated cheddar.
9. Bake in oven till cheese has melted and is golden, approx 30 mins