Danielle Alvarez

Danielle Alvarez’s beef and tomato ragu with pappardelle is pure autumn comfort Save this recipe for later Add recipes to your saved list and come back to them anytime. A delicious, beefy ragu made with red wine and, in this case, tomatoes and dried porci... See more

Beef short-rib and tomato ragu with pappardelle A delicious, beefy ragu made with red wine and, in this case, tomatoes and dried porcini mushrooms, is a harbinger of autumnal cosiness. But really, whatever the temperature, this is an ultra-comforting dish... See more

Spiced eggplant, tomato and chickpea stew with garlic yoghurt This stew, which is loosely based on Afghan borani banjan, is an easy, quick and delicious vegetarian dish that celebrates the humble eggplant. It’s a recipe that will take you from still-warm ... See more

Tomato and basil poached eggs with crusty bread This is hardly even a recipe, but rather a reminder that when fresh tomatoes are good and abundant, you should be using them at every opportunity. Sure, you could make this with tinned tomatoes, but it won’t... See more

Chef’s Kiss: Supermarket Spaghetti Tested and Rated There’s a misconception that fresh pasta is somehow superior to the dried stuff. While the “fresh is best” mantra rings true for fruit, veg and other perishable produce, it simply doesn’t hold water wher... See more