Nigel Slater’s Recipe: A Flavorful Store Cupboard Stew to Savor

Spicing up your meals with canned vegetables, such as chickpeas, can result in a simple yet satisfying dish that warms both the body and soul. Given the current time of year, when food shopping may not be at its best, it is wise to turn to your store cupboard for inspiration. Begin by peeling and roughly chopping two medium-sized onions. In a deep pan, heat three tablespoons of olive oil over a moderate flame, then add the onions and allow them to cook for approximately ten minutes until they begin to soften.

Next, peel and finely slice three cloves of garlic and combine them with the onions. Add the leaves from five bushy stems of thyme, three teaspoons of chopped rosemary leaves, three bay leaves, and half a teaspoon of dried chili flakes. Stir the mixture thoroughly, allowing the flavors to meld together…

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Amelia Green

Amelia Green