Ricotta, fig & prosciutto crostini

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Little Italian toasts topped with creamy cheese, sweet fruit and salty ham – a killer combination to be served as a nibble

Ricotta & spring onion dip

Have some leftover cream cheese? Whip it into a light dip with lemon and serve with cucumber or toast

Stuffed mushroom bruschettas

The big mushrooms cook to a moist meatiness under their cloak of peppers and melting goat’s cheese, a veggie dish anyone will enjoy.

Broad beans with parsley, feta & almonds

A lovely green, summery starter to serve before a meaty main

Baked feta with chilli & oregano

Indulge in this moreish, Mediterranean side dish with chunks of bread and plenty of summer salads

Hot dressed sweet potato, fennel & feta parcels

Serve this hot salad in its foil so you lose none of the citrus dressing transferring it to a plate

Garlicky tomato pasta

Use your cupboard ingredients for a vegetarian treat for two

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

Chicken & chorizo quesadilla

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Try this delicious tropical grilled cheese sandwich

As-you-like-it tortilla

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This Spanish-style omelette uses leftover ingredients matched with storecupboard herbs, spices or sauces, such as pesto or harissa

Marinated feta in thyme & chilli oil

Pack salty Greek cheese into jars with olive oil, thyme, tomatoes, artichokes and olives – mop up the goodness with bread

Greek lamb with potatoes & olives

Entertain the easy way with this quick-to-prepare rustic one-pot – just serve with crusty bread