Smokey Halloumi Pasta Bake (Easy Vegetarian Dinner) - My Home Made Recipe

Ingredients

• 12 oz (340 g) penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 24 oz (680 g) passata or canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
• Salt and black pepper
• 9 oz (250 g) halloumi cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, for drizzling