Photograph by Issy Croker. Food and Prop Styling by Emily Ezekiel
Pumpkins and squashes herald the start of autumn, when thoughts turn to cooking warming, nourishing food. This is when these versatile ingredients shine. Varieties are countless, but worth a special mention are crown prince, butternut and – my favourite – delica, with its dense, intensely sweet, rich and buttery flesh. Always look for bright skin without blemishes and ensure it is firm to the touch. I love a pie – they are so self-contained and jammed with flavour. This one has a symphony of autumn ingredients: melting cheese, sweet, nutty squash and garlicky cavolo nero. Plus, you could easily make two and freeze one for later.
