Caponata is a Sicilian specialty. I’ve adapted the recipe to include basil flowers scented with cinnamon.

This is part of a series of really easy dishes – this one only take as long as the pasta does to cook. They’re perfect for a quick supper after work or lunch or tea with the kids.

One of a series of easy and flavoursome half hour family recipes using 10 ingredients.

‘I tend to get home late from work and this little beauty is simple, warming and very quick to make.’