Green mac and cheese

Instructions

1 Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Place tomatoes on prepared tray and roast for 10 minutes or until softened.

2 Meanwhile, cook pasta according to packet instructions. Drain, reserving 1½ cups liquid.

3 Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, dried herbs and freshly ground black pepper and cook for 5 minutes or until onion is softened. Add spinach and cook for 3 minutes or until wilted. Add reserved pasta water. Using a handheld blender, blend until combined and smooth.

4 Return pasta to pan, stirring well to coat in green sauce. Transfer pasta mixture to an ovenproof dish, top with cheese and roasted tomatoes, then bake for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden. Serve green mac and cheese garnished with extra spinach.