Caramelised onion tart

Top puff pastry with tangy mustard, onions and Parmesan cheese for a light vegetarian lunch or party buffet nibble

Pasta with creamy greens & lemon

Try a new topping for your pasta, ready in just 15 minutes

Creamy herb & Parmesan mash

A luxurious twist on the comforting classic

Cheap-as-chips veggie pizza

This quick, budget take on classic spinach and egg 'florentine' pizza uses flatbreads instead of traditional dough

Spinach roulade with Boursin & sundried tomatoes

A stunning centrepiece that is simple to make and sure to tempt vegetarians and meat eaters alike

Cheese, bacon & onion puff

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Bake a basic batter mixture with a few added ingredients for a simple family supper

Tomato & anchovy risotto with crispy crumbs

Use up budget storecupboard groceries in this simple Italian rice pot with basil and breadcrumb topping

Chilli bean baguettes

Chilli beans spice up a baguette filling – this recipe is a good source of folic acid and costs around 70p a head

Italian chicken & butternut pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Bypass stodgy rich pastry and top your Mediterranean bake with slices of ciabatta bread

Mini prosciutto & asparagus frittatas

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
These simple savouries are a great addition to your first picnic
of the year – or as a light lunch treat, whatever the weather

Butternut squash & sage risotto

A satisfying veggie supper that uses a basic risotto recipe and gives it an autumnal twist

Artichoke & olive dip

Create a laid-back Italian meal for friends with this delicious dip, breadsticks, olives and cured meats