Farfalle with chicken, asparagus & pancetta

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Invite
some friends over and wow them
with this delectable, creamy dish

Quick tomato risotto

Making risotto doesn’t have to involve hours of stirring over the stove, as this easy tomato recipe proves

Carbonara cabbage

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Give your side dish an Italian twist by mixing tender Savoy with smoked bacon, garlic, cream and Parmesan

Baked mushrooms with ricotta & pesto

The rich basil sauce helps balance the tangy ricotta and earthy mushroom flavours of this easy vegetarian starter

Classic pesto

You can whizz up your own delicious pesto in under 15 minutes – it’s great for a fast-fix meal

Lamb tagliata with watercress & tomatoes

Traditionally this Italian dish uses thinly sliced beef, rocket and Parmesan, but this version is given a simple twist with British seasonal produce

Courgette & ricotta pasta

Soft Italian cheeses like ricotta make a great sauce base when mixed with lemon, greens, herbs and pine nuts

Bacon & mushroom risotto

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A one-pan family favourite of Italian rice that’s quick to prepare and low calorie too

Creamy chicken & green bean pesto pasta

Grab some Italian pesto and greens from your storecupboard and rustle up this pot – penne or fusilli work well

Creamy potato gratin with caramelised onions

The sweetness of the caramelised onions cuts through the rich creaminess of this dauphinoise-style bake

Butternut macaroni cheese

This comforting and creamy family pasta bake is given a makeover by adding roasted squash

Roast chicken & pea risotto

Make something special from your leftover roast chicken with this rich, creamy recipe