Season with salt and pepper and simmer for a further 15 minutes until the pasta is cooked. Add the balsamic vinegar, check seasoning and if the soup is too thick add a little more hot water.

Add the broccoli and cook for a further 5 minutes or until the pasta and the broccoli are both cooked. Meanwhile, heat the tomato and lentil sauce and paprika in a small saucepan for 5–10 ...

Leave to cook for 5 minutes for all the flavours to marry. Season with salt and pepper and ladle the soup into bowls. Top with grated pecorino cheese (if using), basil leaves and a drizzle of ...