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Enjoy rustic Italian dishes with our no-fuss recipes. Kick off with simple Italian starters, from bruschetta to Caprese salad, then tuck into hearty Italian pasta recipes – whether you're into rich meatballs and spaghetti, or classic creamy carbonara.
Add some spice to your life with these healthy chicken tikka skewers, which are paired with a dairy-free raita. They make for a great free-from starter, appetiser or a main course when served with rice.
There's no need to miss out on your favourite dishes if you don't or can't eat gluten
This is Demi's favourite go-to pasta recipe. 'It's a great combination of flavours, a sweet 'n' smoky pepper sauce is tossed through linguine and topped with crunchy chickpeas and zesty flaked almonds. I'm obsessed with crispy chickpeas!'
Ready in just 25 minutes, this luxurious lobster linguine pairs pre-cooked seafood with a buttery garlic and chilli sauce for a sophisticated but simple Valentine's Day dinner.
This stunning vegan lasagne is a real crowd-pleaser for special occasions such as Mother's Day or Easter.
Dina Macki's coconut risotto is packed full of green veggies. Serve with lemony courgettes and quick pickled chilli radishes for a fresh and vibrant family dinner.
Try something new and make this 30-minute sausage risotto. It’s packed with feel-good greens and a dash of lemon for a fresh and bright bowlful that’s perfect for spring. Top with plenty of Grana Padano and grab a fork.
If you like anchovies, then you'll love this simple spaghetti recipe. It's packed with spring greens in a lemony garlic sauce that makes it perfect for a fast and fresh midweek meal. Don't forget to top with plenty of Grana Padano!
Grab some storecupboard ingredients and veggies to whizz up this super-tasty kale pasta dish that's simple and healthy. Curly kale adds an earthy, peppery kick, while the chickpeas add a buttery creaminess. If you don't need the dish to be dairy-free, you could always add some grated Parmesan to serve.
This creamy salmon pasta is made using tinned fish! Stir the spaghetti into a rich sauce with crème fraîche, cheese and basil. Ready in just 20 minutes, this one's a real midweek winner.
Demi's aubergine parmigiana is hearty and healthy. It's packed with 2 of your 5-a-day, and the butter beans make it extra filling and are a great source of plant protein. It's topped with a zesty dill gremolata and a dollop of yogurt for freshness.
This vegetarian lasagne gets its depth of flavour from a red wine stock pot used to slow-cook mushrooms, onions, tomatoes and garlic in a tasty sauce
Semifreddo is Italian for “half frozen", and you can make this gorgeous dessert in advance for a summertime dinner party with friends: it's simpler than you might think. It mainly involves whisking, whipping and freezing. Bellissimo!
This recipe really couldn’t be easier or more delicious – little chefs from five and six upwards will love making them and they’ll learn some great cooking techniques along the way
We’ve given the Italian classic a winter makeover, so you can enjoy the flavours of tomato, mozzarella and basil year-round. Serve with homemade basil garlic bread to scoop up all that delicious tomato.
Take Friday night pizza to a new level
This cheat’s lasagne is an absolute crowd-pleaser, even for the little ones! Spinach is blitzed with mozzarella and Parmesan to make a hidden-veg cheese sauce. Layer up with mushrooms and lasagne sheets for a hearty family dinner that leaves you feeling good.
Serve up homemade pizzas in flash with this cheat's puff pastry version. We've topped ours with cherry tomatoes, peppers and mozzarella but you can customise it with your family's favourite toppings. Serve with a fresh lettuce salad for a speedy meal the whole family will love.
There's a lot of flavour packed into this speedy pasta sauce. Buttery, nutty, and zesty with warm and fragrant sage – what's not to love? Serve with fresh ravioli for a delicious dinner for two or Valentine's Day supper.
Fancy trying your hand at making your own pasta? It's not as tricky as it looks if you have the right recipe and follow the steps with patience. Don't forget the resting time to allow the pasta to develop its consistency. Once rolled, shaped and cooked, serve with your favourite pasta sauce for an authentic taste of Italy at home!
Looking to impress someone special? Then this pretty recipe fits the bill! Make your own pasta dough, the day before if you want to prep ahead, then make your own ravioli filled with a delicious roasted beetroot and creamy ricotta filling and serve with our Sage and brown butter sauce. This is perfect for a cosy night in or Valentine's dinner for two.
Fancy making your own pasta? This simple recipe is based on classic northern Italian pasta, which contains just two ingredients – flour and eggs. Give it a go!
Upgrade your lunchtime sandwich with a tasty and authentic Italian combination of salami, soft mozzarella and fresh basil, served in a crusty ciabatta roll
This smoked salmon, pumpkin seed and rocket wholewheat pasta salad provides a steady source of energy to keep you going all afternoon.
An easy lunchbox idea for kids, this healthy chicken pasta salad recipe has a tasty pea, tomato, and basil sauce.
The perfect midweek meal - nutty risotto, earthy mushrooms and sharp Parmesan cheese
This deviously simple serves-one recipe takes just 25 minutes to make.
A satisfying and simple crispy bacon lasagne, on the table in just 10 minutes. To make this vegetarian, swap the bacon for frozen aubergine slices, and the Parmesan for vegetarian hard cheese.
Recreate the feeling of being at your favourite pizza joint by trying your hand at this recipe for chicken pizza calzone. The best part of this recipe is that it takes under an hour to both prep and cook. Who knew turning your home into a calzone zone could be so easy?
This simple spaghetti Bolognese recipe is great for weeknight family dinners
Nina says: "This recipe is an Italian take on a quintessentially British bread and butter pudding. You can use fresh or stale hot cross buns for this decadent dessert, making it great for any leftovers on Easter Monday."
Keeping a bag of Mediterranean frozen veg in the freezer is a great way to add veggies into your favourite meals. This 5 ingredient carbonara has 2 of your 5-a-day but doesn't scrimp out on that silky Parmesan sauce. Healthy, hearty and on the table in 20 minutes.
Crispy caramelised sprouts add a sweet crunch and festive twist to this carbonara.