Step 1

Preheat oven to 180C. Grease an oven-proof baking dish.

Step 2

Cook macaroni in salted boiling water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large frypan, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion for 4 minutes until soft. Add mince and cook until well-browned, breaking apart with a wooden spoon. Add carrots and French onion soup mix and stir well. Pour in 2 cups water, bring to the boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir through tomato sauce, peas and drained macaroni.

Step 4

Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish. Top with cheese and bake for 15 minutes until golden and melted.