• Combine minced beef, onion, garlic, pesto and seasoning in a large bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined.

• Shape into 16 meatballs.

• Place pasta in a large ovenproof dish. Arrange meatballs over the pasta.

• Cover with the pasta sauce. Pour the boiling water carefully over the pasta, taking care not to wash the sauce off the meatballs.

• Top with the cheese and bake until golden and bubbling.

• Serve with a crisp salad.