The iconic Gatsby

1. Heat half the oil in a saucepan over a medium heat. Fry the sausages until golden brown, turning often, about 5 minutes. Set aside. Once cool, slice the sausages thickly and return to the pan with the remaining olive oil, the onion, carrot and celery, and cook until the vegetables have softened slightly, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the garlic and tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant and soft. Season, then add the beans and their liquid, tomatoes, stock, rosemary and thyme. Bring to a boil, then stir in the pasta.
3. Reduce the heat to medium and cook until the pasta is al dente, 8–10 minutes. Check the seasoning and sprinkle with the cheese and parsley
Cook's note: Use any small pasta – orecchiette or orzo will do. Feel free to add any veg you like. Although the Italian sausage adds herby meatiness, you’re welcome to use a plant-based alternative.
Photographs: Jan Ras
Food assistant: Ellah Maepa