Cheesy Potato Pasta Bake

1.Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a baking dish.

2.Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3.In a large pot, boil the diced potatoes until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.

4.In a separate pan, sauté the chopped onion until translucent.

5.Add the sautéed onions to the drained potatoes.

6.To make the tomato sauce, combine the canned tomatoes, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, thyme, and paprika in a blender. Blend until smooth.

7.Pour the tomato sauce over the potatoes and onions. Mix well.

8.Add the cooked pasta to the pot and gently stir to combine.

9.Transfer the pasta mixture to the greased baking dish.

10.In a small bowl, combine the sliced pickles, thinly sliced onion, olive oil, white vinegar, sugar, and salt. Mix well.

11.Spread the pickle topping evenly over the pasta mixture.

12.Sprinkle the grated cheese over the top.

13.Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

14.Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.