Cajun Cheeseburger Pasta

Method

1. 1

   Cook the fusilli in boiling water until tender. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   Break the burgers into a large frying pan and cook like mince.

3. 3

   Add the diced red onion and cook for a few minutes until softened.

4. 4

   Add the sliced red and yellow peppers and cook for a few minutes.

5. 5

   Add the mushrooms if using and cook until softened.

6. 6

   Stir in the Cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika and garlic.

7. 7

   Add the tomato purée and cook for a minute.

8. 8

   Pour in the red wine and let it bubble for a minute to deglaze the pan.

9. 9

   Stir in the passata, milk and Elmlea cream.

10. 10

    Add the chopped jalapeños and a splash of the jalapeño juice if using for a nice tang.

11. 11

    Let the sauce simmer gently for around 20 minutes until thickened.

12. 12

    Add the cooked pasta and toss everything together.

13. 13

    Stir through most of the grated cheese until melted.

14. 14

    Serve topped with extra cheese, chopped gherkins and a drizzle of burger sauce.