If your weeknights often feel chaotic, you NEED this in your freezer!

This hidden veg pasta sauce is blended smooth, kid approved and made for being your most trusted food in the freezer. Reheat straight from frozen when you need a quick, healthy meal in minutes. No chopping, no last-minute prep, just dinner.... sorted!

RECIPE:

1 onion, diced

1 aubergine, chopped

1 courgette, chopped

2 peppers, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

Sprinkle of Italian mixed herbs

2 tbsp tomato puree

1 can (400g) chopped tomatoes

400ml Veg Stock

Handful of cheddar cheese (approx 50g)

1-2 tbsp pesto (optional)

1. Put everything into a pan, except the cheese & pesto
2. Bring to the boil and then cover with a lid and leave to simmer for 15-20 minutes
3. Add the cheese & pesto. Blend.
4. Freeze in individual portions (I use these silicone food cube trays that I've had now for over 8 years! - Amazon aff link)
5. Once frozen solid, transfer the cubes into a freezer safe bag

To reheat, put 2 cubes per child into a microwaveable jug and reheat on full power for 2-3 minutes, stirring every 30-40 seconds. Serve with pasta or gnocchi.