Melanzane parmigiana

This classic bake with tomato, aubergine and vegetarian mozzarella and Parmesan-style cheese is ideal for entertaining

Mediterranean fig & mozzarella salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
If you want to make this more substantial, you could serve some prosciutto or Serrano ham with it

Turkey cacciatore with a twist

This tasty Italian cheese and tomato bake is a fab way to use up leftover meat and a true family favourite

Cheap-as-chips veggie pizza

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

Tomato & mozzarella tart with roast pepper pesto

A simple and colourful tart – great for enjoying with friends

Roast aubergine parmigiana

An Italian-style roasted vegetable gratin with tomato and basil sauce, Parmesan and mozzarella

Tomato soup with tear & share cheesy bread

Use a packet mix to rustle up your own cheat’s garlic bread to serve alongside classic and creamy tomato soup

Sicilian potato cake

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This potato cake – torta di patate – is a staple in many a trattoria and it’s delicious eaten warm

Prosciutto-wrapped peaches

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A common dish in Italian restaurants, this is simply mouthwatering. Peaches are in season from August

Tuna, olive & rocket pizzas

A simple storecupboard standby supper for the whole family – top your pizza bases with salty seafood and a garnish of rocket and red onion

Classic lasagne

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Prepare this easy lasagne ahead of time and save in the freezer, uncooked, for when you need it during a busy week. Then just bake for an extra 45 mins

Leek & mustard vinaigrette with Carmarthen ham

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Chef Stephen Terry showcases the best Welsh ingredients in this prepare-ahead dinner party starter