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The humble tinned tomato always brings its A-game to the kitchen, whether you’re knocking up an easy sofa supper or making meatballs worth a marriage proposal

Shoot director LAURIE NEWMAN | Food stylist AMY KINNEAR | Stylist HANNAH WILKINSON Aubergine pasta arrabbiata Salting the aubergine in this recipe isn’t essential, but it means you can use less oil an

Often, it’s the supporting roles that command the most attention – like these glorious starters, sides and sauces

■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 5 mins ■ Cook 20 mins 5 tbsp olive oil1 tsp smoked paprika1 tsp cumin seeds400g can cherry tomatoes200g fresh cherry tomatoes2 garlic clovessmall bunch of parsleysmall bunch of basil

Whether it’s Bonfire Night or any chilly evening, autumn-staple sausages bring a sizzle to the table in everything from traybakes to hearty ragùs

Supper club host Xanthe Ross shares her innovative vegetarian dishes – gorgeous, flavourful, deeply comforting and perfect for sharing