The ultimate makeover: Risotto with squash & sage

Angela’s ultimate version of the Italian classic is lower in fat but still wonderfully creamy

Aubergine, tomato & Parmesan bake (Melanzane alla Parmigiana)

Every Italian cook has their own version of this classic aubergine dish. It’s even better made a day ahead

Italian toasties

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This toastie is like homemade pizza, as you can mix and match the fillings to suit you and your mates

Italian stuffed chicken

Chicken recipes are always among the most searched-for on bbcgoodfood.com, so the cookery team came up with this quick and easy supper dish specially

Roasted vegetable lasagne

Young, old and in-betweens will love this vegetarian Italian-style dish

Courgette & tomato linguine

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This sauce is based on the classic Italian bacon and tomato sauce, amatriciana – but it’s great without the bacon for veggies, too

Italian rice with chicken

This one-pan dish is simple, but really looks the business when you’re trying to impress

Prawn & tomato stew with gremolata topping

A fish casserole with healthy prawns, topped with an Italian garnish of parsley and lemon zest – it’s low in fat and calories too

Roast chicken with grappa

A glamorous, comforting dish which works just as well with white wine if you don’t have grappa

Spicy prawn cocktail with tomato & coriander dressing

An entertaining favourite with light and fresh flavours – make it a feature of a retro dinner

Italian-style bass

Try this for a nutritious, full-flavoured meal with the minimum of fuss

Almond-crusted fish with saffron sauce

Here’s a traditional Italian favourite – a classic Venetian dish dating back to the 14th century