Courgette & broad bean risotto with basil pesto

Make this vibrant risotto with courgettes and broad beans to make the most of summer veg. Swirl through homemade pesto for a fabulous starter or main

Panzanella

Prepare your own version of one of Tuscany’s most famous dishes, panzanella. It’s a good way to use up leftovers, as it’s made with stale bread – simply toss with ripe tomatoes and an olive oil dressing

Asparagus risotto

Put asparagus centre stage in this satisfying risotto. Top with a sprinkling of parmesan for an easy midweek meal for two

Caponata with cheesy polenta

Make something different for dinner with vegetable-rich caponata and cheesy polenta. It’s healthy, gluten-free, full of nutrients and sure to satisfy

Mozzarella, pepper & aubergine calzone

Try these healthy Italian-inspired mozzarella, pepper and aubergine calzones for a working lunch, or pack up and eat outdoors on a warm day

Puttanesca meatball bake

This quick-to-prepare pasta bake with capers, chilli flakes, olives and courgettes is the ideal midweek meal. Tasty and filling, it'll satisfy the whole family

Ricotta & spinach gnudi

Try these light ricotta and herb dumplings from Lina Stores for a classic Italian main. Serve your gnudi with plenty of sauce and parmesan

Ravioli with walnuts, goat’s cheese & cavolo nero sauce

Make this pasta dish using lasagne sheets and a homemade goat’s cheese paste. If you have time, it’s worth using freshly shelled walnuts for a sweeter flavour

Italian pork burger with fresh tomato salsa

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Flavour pork mince with fennel, chilli and oregano and serve in ciabatta buns with mascarpone cheese and a tomato and olive dressing

Gnocchi with parsley, butter & samphire

Pass on the pasta and try making your own potato gnocchi – forage for samphire to make a fresh and frugal meat-free main