Heat the olive oil in a large pan on a medium to high heat. Add the garlic and onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Next add the mince and Worcestershire sauce, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon as it browns. Season well with the salt and pepper.

Once the beef has browned, add in the diced pepper, grated carrot, tinned tomatoes and herbs. Stir everything together well.

Bring to the boil then reduce the heat and simmer gently for 20 minutes.

While the sauce is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to the boil.

Add your pasta of choice to the pot and cook for the amount of time it says on the packet. Drain well, then add to the meat sauce.

Take the pan off the heat and stir everything together well.

Divide the Bolognese between 3 bowls and sprinkle cheese on top, if using.

Finish with a few grinds of black pepper.