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

Broken biscotti ice cream with hot mocha

Give your ice cream an Italian twist with this simple recipe from Lesley Waters

Mozzarella & prosciutto panini

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
In ten minutes go Italian with a mouthwatering mozzarella and prosciutto panini

Rosemary & lemon roast chicken

This Italian-inspired roast chicken couldn’t be easier, but the result is really special

Fennel & black olive gratin

This deliciously creamy Italian gratin dish is quick to prepare and uses only 5 ingredients

Kale pesto

This leafy green cabbage-like vegetable is a genuine superfood – it’s great whizzed up in place of basil in an Italian sauce

Linguine with watercress & almond pesto

Make your own Italian sauce from nuts, garlic and watercress, add a touch of lemon and serve with pasta

Roasted stone fruits

Bake peaches, nectarines and apricots in Italian Marsala wine, honey and butter and serve warm with ice cream

Italian bean & olive salad

A superhealthy side salad, packed full of vitamin C and perfect for al fresco eating

Chestnut & butternut risotto

This comforting Italian rice supper is a great way to use up leftover chestnuts

Crisp Italian chicken & polenta

Try this delicious chicken, tomato, rosemary and polenta recipe – gluten free and ready in just 30 minutes

Rosemary & garlic chicken

Enjoy the subtle Italian flavours of Mary Cadogan’s satisfying chicken dish