Spicy garlic bread

Lashings of spiced garlic butter spread on ciabatta then baked makes a great homemade side dish

Red potatoes with horseradish & crème fraîche

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
An ideal side for ham, this salad gets added kick from the horseradish and vinegar

Sizzled onions & peppers

Sizzling and superhealthy – pop this summery side next to BBQ sausages or in a fajita

Cucumber & fennel salad

This refreshing side salad is low-fat, superhealthy and full of summer flavour

Ravioli with squash & crunchy crumbs

Turn a pack of ravioli into a stunning meal with a little help from BBC Good Food

Sweet & sour kale with garlic & anchovy

A great side dish to serve with lamb, or try it tossed through pasta

Pancetta chicken wraps

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
These Italian snacks are a favourite for the BBQ and perfect for a Summer’s lunch

Meat platter

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A traditional starter dish infused with the tastes of Italy – perfect with warmed bread

Curried flatbread

A spicy naan bread – a great side dish for an Indian meal – dry-fried in just five minutes

Mushroom & spinach risotto

Make the time to stir carefully during cooking to make this vegetarian Italian rice pot super creamy

Watercress mashed potato

Creamy mash laced with good-for-you greens makes for a simple, low-fat side that’s budget friendly too

Braised leeks & apples

Cook vegetables in stock and herbs for a tasty and tender side dish that’s perfect with a roast