Creamy beetroot risotto

This vivid risotto is simply baked in the oven, so there’s no need to spend lots of time at the stove stirring

Ultimate risotto primavera

We consulted no less than three great Italian cooks to come up with this classic spring vegetable risotto

Cheat’s cheesy focaccia

Use a simple packet mix to roll out an Italian flat bread with blue cheese and parmesan, drizzled with olive oil

Baked asparagus risotto

Cooking your Italian rice in the oven saves you laborious stirring time – plus this one’s low in fat and calories

The ultimate makeover: Spaghetti carbonara

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Italian comfort food without the calories, this recipe is rich and creamy, yet just one third of the fat

Sicilian aubergine, pine nut & raisin fusilli

Sicilians love aubergines cooked every which way. Try them in this summery pasta dish

Roast pheasant with ricotta & Parma ham

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
For a really special Sunday lunch pheasant is a good choice. The parma ham crisps us beautifully in the oven and gives the pheasant an eye-catching edge

Spaghetti with spinach & garlic

A quick and satisfying after-work meal which is superhealthy too

Pasta with ham & minty pea pesto

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Serve your choice of pasta with ham and a vivid green sauce made from peas, mint and crème fraîche

Herby asparagus & bacon tart

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
An open puff pastry pie of seasonal greens, mint, chives and parsley with a creamy mascarpone base

Baked turkey meatballs with broccoli & crispy potatoes

Turkey mince is the leanest of its kind and is great rolled up into balls and served with tomato sauce and veg

Cavolo nero & pancetta tart

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Treat yourself to this tart for supper and save the rest for lunch