Step 1

To make the tomato & vegetable sauce, heat the oil in a large heavy-based saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, zucchini, celery and garlic and cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes or until the vegetables soften.

Step 2

Add the passata to the pan. Cover and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, for 10 minutes. Uncover and cook for a further 5 minutes or until the sauce reduces and thickens. Add the sugar and stir until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Meanwhile, cook the gnocchi in a large saucepan of boiling water following packet directions or until tender. Drain.

Step 4

Divide the gnocchi among serving bowls. Spoon over the tomato & vegetable sauce. Sprinkle with basil and parmesan to serve.