Meatball minestrone with pesto

Combine meatballs with minestrone soup to make this easy, filling one pot. It takes just 25 minutes from prep to plate so makes an ideal midweek meal

Pasta salad with tuna mayo

This is quick to throw together and perfect as a lunchbox feast whether you’re on a picnic or at your desk.

Classic minestrone soup

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Whip up this classic Italian vegetable soup with a rich tomato base and pasta. It’s low in calories and packed with fibre and vitamin C

Chorizo & purple sprouting broccoli carbonara

Throw together this seasonal take on carbonara in 30 minutes for an easy midweek meal. This is comfort food at its best

Cacio e pepe

Whip up a simple cacio e pepe for a speedy lunch. With four simple ingredients – spaghetti, pepper, parmesan and butter – this is a storecupboard favourite

Orecchiette with purple sprouting broccoli & Calabrian pesto

Whip up some homemade pesto and serve with orecchiette and broccoli. This one isn’t just good with pasta – you can also serve it with chicken or fish, and spoon it onto warm focaccia

Pasta alla norma

Try this easy version of an alla norma, which uses roast aubergine instead of fried. It’s then tossed with spaghetti and a rich tomato and basil sauce

Caramelised squash & spinach lasagne

Enjoy this veggie lasagne, with layers of spinach and slow-roasted squash. Add in some sage and a little crunch from golden pine nuts for a comforting supper

Homemade croutons

Learn how to make croutons at home with our simple recipe, method and top tips. These will make crunchy toppings for soups, salads and warming pasta bakes

Homemade breadcrumbs

Learn how to make breadcrumbs at home with our super-simple recipe and method. Use them as a crunchy coating for fried foods, treacle tart filling or pasta bake topping

Lactose-free macaroni cheese

Enjoy a lactose-free version of macaroni cheese. The ultimate comfort food on cold winter nights, it’s sure to be a hit with the whole family

Pull-apart meatball sliders

Make these moreish meatball sliders with tomato sauce and melted cheese for a party or buffet. They’re easy to make and the whole family will enjoy them