Cook like a local malta

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

■ 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

SERVES 8 | PREP 10 MINS PLUS COOLING | COOK 20 MINS | EASY 10g butter, softened, for brushing200g plain flour, plus extrafor dusting100g polenta1½ tsp baking powder200g caster sugar1 large orange, zes

SERVES 4 | PREP 10 MINS COOK 30 MINS | EASY | 2 tbsp vegetable oil1 large onion, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, grated15g ginger, grated1 green chilli, finely chopped (optional)2 tbsp medium curry pow

Tasty swaps for boring sarnies – all under 300 cals!

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