Tomato purée

Here are some clever way to use up that tube of tomato purée that’s been lurking at the back of your fridge.

Pizza-style toast Spread a slice of bread with tomato purée, top with cheese, halved cherry tomatoes and a sprinkling of oregano, then flash under a hot grill.

Cheat’s rouille Mix a squeeze of tomato purée with mayonnaise, chilli sauce,

crushed garlic and a drop of lemon juice for a quick dip.

Quick harissa Blend chopped red chillies with tomato purée and a pinch of ground cumin.

Gravy booster Stir a little tomato purée into the roasting tin when making gravy before adding the flour.