Tortellini bolognaise bake

Method

• Step 1
  Preheat oven to 200°C. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Cook the onion and garlic, stirring often, for 7 minutes or until the onion is soft.
• Step 2
  Increase heat to high and add the mince. Cook, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up any lumps, for 5 minutes or until the mince changes colour. Add the passata, vegetables, stock, herbs and sugar, and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 15 minutes or until the mixture thickens slightly.
• Step 3
  Meanwhile, cook the tortellini in a large saucepan of salted boiling water following packet directions. Drain. Transfer to a large bowl.
• Step 4
  Heat the milk in a small saucepan. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until foaming. Remove the butter from heat and stir in the flour. Cook over medium heat, stirring, for 1 minute or until foamy. Remove from heat. Gradually whisk in the milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring, for 4-5 minutes or until the sauce thickens and comes to the boil. Boil for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Add to the tortellini and toss to combine.
• Step 5
  Spoon the mince mixture into a 3L (12-cup) capacity ovenproof dish. Top with the tortellini mixture. Combine the breadcrumbs and cheddar in a bowl and sprinkle over the tortellini. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden and heated through.