Microwave One Dish Pasta (vegan)

2 cups chicken style stock (massell brand)
½ tsp basil
½ tsp oregano
2 tsp oil
200g pasta (spiral, tube or shell)
250g mushrooms
1 tsp crushed garlic
425g can tomatoes, drained
salt and pepper to taste
vegan parmesan cheese (optional)

1. Pour the stock, oil and herbs into a microwave round casserole. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 3 minutes. Stir in pasta and crushed garlic. Re-cover and microwave on high for 6 mins, stirring twice.
2. Reduce power level to medium-high and cook covered, for a further 4 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring once. Add tomatoes and microwave on High (covered) for 2 mins.
3. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately, topped with the Parmesan cheese.

NOTE – Cook mushrooms separately for 4 minutes in a pan and then add to dish.