Secret green sauce spaghetti

Sneak some extra green veg into pesto-based pasta sauce

Chicken, squash & pesto lasagne

This alternative pasta bake is great for making in batches- assemble the layers of mascapone, chicken, basil and butternut then freeze or bake

Melting-middle aubergine parcels

Cater for vegetarians in fine fashion with these barbecue-friendly parcels filled with mozzarella and dressed with pesto sauce

Runner beans with rocket & Parmesan

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This light green salad with walnuts and Italian cheese makes a versatile side dish or starter. Add prosciutto for extra wow factor.

Roasted red pepper & parsley pesto with penne

Try a new take on pesto and blend red peppers, cashew nuts and parsley then serve spooned through hot pasta

Baked aubergines with cannellini beans

A simple, low-calorie supper that uses storecupboard pulses and hearty aubergine topped with Parmesan cheese

Roasted tomato tart with double-cheese crust

A quick and simple tin-free tart with vibrant tomato topping and homemade cheddar and Parmesan pastry

Rib-eye steaks with roasted roots & parsley pesto

Try a new way with your griddled beef and serve with a green sauce, plus roasted carrots, celeriac, shallots and celery

Artichoke & broad bean tart with watercress pesto

This vegetarian buffet centrepiece can be made a day ahead and served cold or reheated

Italian stuffed courgettes

Pack courgettes with pine nuts, sundried tomatoes, breadcrumbs and herbs then oven bake for a healthy veggie main

Herby pesto, bean & potato pasta

You’ll make this again and again, it’s good for you, low fat and simple to make

Turkey patty & roasted root salad with Parmesan dressing

Turkey mince is a great value, lower fat option and really versatile – this meatball salad combines great flavours