teaspoons tomato purée½ a tin (200g) of chopped tomatoes650–750ml (1½ pints) chicken stock2–3 potatoes (preferably Maris Piper)2 tablespoons salted butter, meltedSalt and pepperMethodSoak the beans overnight in plenty of water. When you’re ready to start

With Cheddar MeatballsServes 4IngredientsFor the meatballs:1 medium onion, finely choppedA knob of butterA pinch of salt280g (10oz) sausage meat50g (2oz) mature Cheddar cheese grated30g (1oz) breadcrumbs Olive oil5 medium-sized tomatoesFor the spaghetti:400g

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Emma Woods, mother of Megan, 12, Ella, nine, Conor, six, and Charlie, four, shares her foodie favouritesWhat’s your earliest food memory? My Dad making homemade pizza. It was pretty basic – just a homemade dough base and tinned tomatoes and grated

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