Ratatouille with rustic croutons and poached eggs

Full of colour and flavour, these fresh but warming plates are perfect for lunch or supper on September days

This dish proves that just a few humble ingredients can become something extraordinary with a little bit of love. Caponata is Sicily’s tangy answer to ratatouille – a glossy aubergine stew that balanc

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Serves 3Prep time 10 minCook time 20 min MAKE AHEAD Make to the end of step 4; keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add the sesame seeds to serve. EASY SWAPS To make this gluten-free, use gluten-free

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Ingredients (Serves 4) 4 small sweet potatoes 2 tbs rapeseed oil 1 tbs smoked paprika 100 g pine kernels 150 g log goat’s cheese ½ cucumber 350 g cherry tomatoes Large bag mixed leaves 1 If using the