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Artichoke and salami pizza
The unbeatable combination of antipasto veggies and salami atop a crispy, golden dough makes this pizza a dinner favourite!
Italian roast pork
If crackling isn’t crunchy, slice away from cooked pork and lay on a baking tray. While pork rests, place crackling in a preheated 230°C oven until crisp and the surface is bubbled. Note
Spaghetti bolognese
Everyone has their favourite spag bol recipe and it’s usually the first ever main dish we learn to cook. This one is simple but classic and ideal for the rookie chef in your family when it’s their turn to make dinner.
Creamy chicken, bacon, pea and spinach pasta
The kids and adults will lovely this creamy pasta dish… and so will the chef as it only takes 25 minutes to get on the table.
Tomato, pesto and bocconcini pizza
Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note
Spinach and ricotta cannelloni
This vegetarian dish is bursting with flavour and perfect for a cool autumn night. It is lovely served with garlic bread and salad, or steamed green vegetables.
Pappardelle with silverbeet, goat cheese, chilli and lemon
Pappardelle with silver beet, goat’s cheese, chilli and lemon
Creamy four-cheese penne
Warm, creamy and hearty, this tasty four-cheese penne dish is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a family dinner on a cooler evening.
Italian sausages and beans with tomatoes, anchovies and sourdough
The beans alone are a great flavour-packed dish, but the sausages make it a more robust meal.
Beef ragu linguine
Steak is cooked low and slow to create a tender ragu for this linguine dish. Sprinkle with parsley and parmesan to serve, and accompany with a mixed salad and crusty bread
Linguine di pesto with tuna, green beans and potato
A Sicilian-inspired dish with lightly seared fresh tuna, al dente green beans and new potatoes.
Beef involtini with prosciutto and parmesan
Nici Wickes’ recipe for beef involtini hits the palate in all the right places – it’s herbaceous, sharp, meaty and salty. Try the brandy crème sauce over a tomato-based sauce – it’s richer, better, and more yum!
Veal and spinach involtini
These succulent nibbles can be served in smaller portions as a starter, or alongside a green salad as a main dish.
Chicken cacciatore pappardelle with gremolata crumbs
Simple and delicious, the classic Italian flavours of chicken cacciatore create a winner at any dinner table, especially with the added nutty crunch of gremolata crumbs.
Leek and mushroom lasagne
Switch things up with this spin on the classic – delicious leek and mushroom lasagne. Perfect for any occasion, and packed full of flavour!
Cannelloni straight-up
With a herbaceous beef filling and cheesy sauce, this classic tubular pasta bake makes for a stand out way to feed the entire family. It even makes enough to reheat for an easy weeknight meal.
Terrific tiramisu
For so many people, tiramisu is simply irresistible when on a menu. This Italian favourite is an easy dessert to put together, so try it in your own kitchen. Just imagine, tiramisu anytime – now that’s dangerous!
Coconut panna cotta with mango and coconut wafers
There are many parts to this dish, so it pays to get yourself fully organised before you begin. Despite the work involved, coconut panna cotta with mango and wafers is worth the effort.
Peanut brittle cannoli
Indulge in this decadent peanut brittle cannoli – easy to make and simply divine! The perfect dessert or treat to cure your sweet tooth!
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