A belter of a brunch sandwich with melted cheese, tuna mayo, fried spuds and harissa tapenade, and a take on pasta con le sarde with mackerel, za’atar and lime
Good-quality oily fish, packed in (even more) oil and preserved in a jar or tin: in my book, that’s the pantry staple gift that keeps on giving. It’s a readymade snack or meal – simply pile it on to toast and apply free rein to the condiments – or the ultimate way to bulk up other pantry staples such as pasta. It’s the ultimate meal for one or, if your shelves are well stocked, for two, three or four. The back-to-uni (or school or work) checklist: keys, wallet, phone, tinned fish. Own it!
