By all accounts, I am a good cook. Yet in all my years, I don't think I've ever made a wonderful batch of rice on the stovetop. Overcooking, undercooking, scorching; you name it, I’ve done it.

Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium. Add flour; cook, whisking constantly, until smooth and lightly browned, about 1 minute. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic.

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Tins, packets and jars 100g/3½oz plain flour 2 tsp cornflour 500g/1lb 2oz passata 300g/10½oz dried pasta shapes, such as rigatoni or penne 200g/7oz rice (any type of long-grain rice) ...