• Boil a large pot of salted water for the pasta.
• When boiling, add the pasta to the water and bring back to the boil.
• Cook until softened, 12 mins. 
• Once cooked, drain in a colander and pop back in the pot (off the heat).
• Drizzle with oil and stir through to prevent sticking.

TIP: If you’re in a hurry you can boil the water in your kettle.

• Meanwhile, place a pan over medium heat (no oil). Once hot, dry-fry the pine nuts until toasted, 2-3 mins. Once cooked, remove from the pan.
• Return the pan to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil.
• Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).
• Once hot, cook the mince until browned, 5-6 mins. Break up the mince as it cooks. IMPORTANT: Wash hands and equipment after handling raw mince.
• Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 min.

• When the garlic is fragrant, add the stock powder, chopped tomatoes, chilli flakes (use less if you don't like spice), ¼ tsp sugar and 100ml water (double both for 4p) to the pan.
• Bring to the boil then reduce to a simmer.
• Cook until thickened, stirring occasionally, 10-12 mins. IMPORTANT: Mince is safe to eat when no longer pink in the middle.

TIP: Add a splash of water to the sauce if it becomes too dry.

• Meanwhile, in a salad bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp oil (double for 4p) and a pinch of sugar.
• Mix well to combine.
• Just before serving, toss the salad leaves through the dressing.

• When everything is ready, add the drained linguine to the sauce in the pan.
• Toss until coated in the sauce and warmed through, 1 min.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.

• Share the beef linguine between your bowls.
• Top with a sprinkling of cheese and a scattering of pine nuts.
• Serve the balsamic salad alongside.