"This is a favourite in our house

 

1 onion

2 carrots

2 celery sticks

1 red pepper

2 tbsp olive oil

150ml/ ΒΌ pint veg stock or red wine

400g can chopped tomatoes

3 tbsp red pesto

spaghetti and parmesan to serve

 

Whizz the veg until finely chopped (like mince)

Heat oil in a large pan. Cook the veg for 5-7 mins until the onion has softened. Add the wine/stock and tomatoes and bring to the boil. Cover and simmer for 15 mins until the veg is tender. Stir in the red pesto.

 

Serve with pasta and parmesan"