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Beef and Parmesan 'Dumplings' / Passatelli

Blend beef and marrow, mix with Parmesan, egg, and breadcrumbs. Press through moullégumes, simmer in broth, and stand before serving.

Caprese Paste

Mix cheeses and eggs, fold in herbs and seasonings, add milk gradually. Form a firm mixture, chill until needed.

Parmesan Biscuits

Savory Parmesan shortbread bites, baked from a dough of flour, butter, egg yolk, and Parmesan, served hot and dusted with cheese.

Ricotta and Parmesan Paste

Sauté spinach and onion, mix with Parmesan, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and ricotta. Chill before using. Savory and creamy filling.

Stuffed Lettuce Leaves

Blanch leaves, fill with seasoned meat mixture, roll and tie. Poach in broth for 10 minutes, untie, and serve.

Baked Sea Bass, Parsley Mayonnaise and Walnut Truffle Pesto

Roasted sea bass slices served with vibrant parsley mayonnaise, rich walnut truffle pesto, and crisp red endive leaves.

Braciole in Tomato Sauce with Green Salad and Oranges with Cracked Pepper

Tender beef rolls simmered in rich tomato sauce, served with a refreshing orange and green leaf salad.

Fresh Pea, Courgette and Parmesan Rosti with Tangy Tomato Dressing

A summery vegetable rosti served with a fresh tomato and sun-dried tomato dressing for an easy lunch.

Pasta with Purple Sprouting Broccoli

A cheerful early spring pasta dish featuring purple sprouting broccoli, garlic, chili, and savory anchovies with grated hard cheese.

Fried Mackerel and Sweet Potato Gnocchi

Marinated mackerel fillets served with homemade sweet potato gnocchi, a fresh tomato basil salad, and crispy prosciutto.

Soft Chicken Wings Stuffed with Herbs, Potato Gnocchi, Broad Beans and Thyme

Herb-stuffed chicken wings served with handmade potato gnocchi, a rich chicken jus, and fresh broad beans with thyme.

Umami Bomb (Parmesan and Wild Mushroom Custard)

A savory mushroom and parmesan custard baked in a water bath, topped with a crisp vegetable medley and pancetta.

Italian Grissini

Savory Italian breadsticks flavored with blue cheese, parmesan, garlic, and jalapeños, twisted into spirals and baked until golden.

Butternut Squash, Sage and Crème Fraîche Mash

Sweet and buttery squash paired with fragrant sage and crème fraîche for a bit of zing in a creamy mash.

Lasagne

A classic layered pasta dish with rich beef ragu, creamy béchamel sauce, and plenty of Parmesan cheese baked until golden.

Macaroni Cheese with Artichoke Hearts and Bacon

A rich baked macaroni pasta dish featuring sautéed artichoke hearts, crispy bacon, and a smooth, creamy three-cheese sauce topping.

Pappardelle with Slow-Cooked Beef and Mushrooms

A rich, luxurious meat pasta featuring tender beef, mixed mushrooms, and a fresh tomato salsa garnish.

Pasta and Bean Soup (Pasta e Fagioli)

A warming, hearty Italian soup featuring mixed vegetables, pasta, and beans topped with a parmesan and tomato mixture.

Spaghetti Carbonara

A budget-friendly Italian classic featuring spaghetti tossed with a creamy egg yolk and parmesan sauce, crispy bacon, and garlic.

Classic Mushroom Risotto

Make this full-flavoured Italian classic using robust mushrooms and arborio rice finished with butter and vegetarian hard cheese.

Turkey, Leek and Ham Pie

A comforting pie using leftover turkey and ham simmered in a cream sauce and topped with golden puff pastry.

Pasta with Tomato and Vodka Sauce

A classic Italian pasta dish featuring a creamy tomato and vodka sauce, finished with fresh basil and parmesan cheese.

Parmesan Polenta Crostini with Caramelised Onions

Crispy polenta rounds topped with slow-cooked balsamic onions and melted Taleggio cheese, finished with fresh thyme sprigs.

Beetroot Layer Cake

A savoury winter bake featuring layered beetroot, leeks, ham, and a cheesy béchamel sauce topped with parmesan.

Green Pasta Ravioli with Burrata Mozzarella

Homemade spinach pasta sheets filled with creamy burrata and parmesan, served in a rosemary and pine nut butter sauce.

Open Raviolo with Mushrooms and Artichoke Salad

A generous filled pasta sheet featuring wild mushrooms, tomato purée, and wine, served alongside a fresh, dressed artichoke salad.

Pasta with Courgette Sauce and Spinach Balls

Blanch and fry spinach balls, then toss cooked rigatoni in a sautéed courgette and garlic sauce with parmesan cheese.

Bresaola Salad

A satisfying main course salad featuring air-dried beef, fried bread croutons, boiled eggs, and a simple garlic dressing.

Buckwheat Pasta with Potatoes and Swiss Chard

A filling baked northern Italian dish featuring buckwheat pasta, potatoes, Swiss chard, and melted cheeses.

Silk Handkerchief Pasta with Pesto

Handmade pasta sheets served with a fresh basil, pine nut, and garlic pesto sauce from Liguria.

Butternut Squash Soup with Parsley Purée

An autumnal roasted butternut squash soup rich with Parmesan and a fresh parsley purée, served with crusty bread.

Corn Pudding

A savory baked corn custard with sautéed vegetables, herbs, and melted cheeses, perfect as a vegetarian side dish.

Easy Baked Eggs

Sauté spinach and bacon, crack eggs into ramekins, top with cream, cheese, and breadcrumbs, then bake until golden and delicious.

Garlic Potatoes

Boiled new potatoes breaded with parmesan and egg, deep-fried until golden, and finished with a flavorful garlic parsley butter.

Lamb Shank with Garlic, Rosemary and Flageolet Beans

Slow-cooked lamb shanks infused with rosemary and anchovies, served in a rich wine sauce with flageolet beans and gremolata.

Moussaka

Indulge in a Greek-style moussaka made with aubergines and lamb, packed with herbs and topped with two types of cheese.

Mushroom Gratin

A savory layered vegetarian gratin featuring wild mushrooms, Gruyère cheese, and a rich custard baked in a bain-marie.

Pressure-Cooker Risotto with Leeks, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Mascarpone

A creamy risotto made quickly in a pressure cooker with leeks, sun-dried tomatoes, mascarpone, and parmesan cheese.

Sweet and Sticky Ribs

Tender pork ribs simmered in a honey-soy marinade, grilled until sticky, and served with crispy polenta-crusted potato wedges.

Roasted Carrots with Carrot-Top Pesto and Burrata Mozzarella

Sweet roasted carrots and creamy burrata served with a homemade walnut and carrot-top pesto and fresh basil garnish.

Stuffed Marrow

Marrow stuffed with a savory beef mince sauce, enriched with eggs and cheese, then baked until golden and bubbling.

Lighter Lemony Pasta and Spinach Bake

A healthy vegetarian pasta bake featuring broccoli, spinach, and a zesty mustard and parmesan cheese sauce.

Roasted Salt Marsh Lamb Leg, Crispy Artichokes, Anchovy and Wild Garlic Pesto

Roast marinated lamb leg served with deep-fried baby artichokes and a fresh wild garlic and anchovy pesto.

Mediterranean-Style Pasta with Sun-Blushed Tomatoes, Artichokes and Olives

A quick vegetarian pasta dish featuring sun-blushed tomatoes, roasted artichokes, black olives, and fresh sage topped with grated parmesan.

Oysters Thermidor

Seasonal native oysters served in shells with a rich cream sauce, mustard, parmesan, and sautéed samphire.

Prawn and Smoked Haddock Omelette

A decadent seafood omelette topped with a rich Parmesan roux sauce, grilled until golden and served in slices.

Pumpkin and Parmesan Soup with Ceps

A creamy pumpkin and parmesan soup finished with sautéed ceps, pumpkin seeds, and fresh chives for an elegant starter.

Roast Salmon, Gnocchi and Chestnuts

Homemade gnocchi in a creamy chestnut and butternut squash sauce served with pan-roasted salmon fillets.

Sole in a Bag with Courgettes, Black Olives and Wet Polenta

Steamed sole fillets prepared in parchment parcels with Mediterranean vegetables, served alongside a creamy, herb-infused wet polenta.

Open Ravioli with Dillisk Pasta, Broad Beans, Asparagus and Fennel in a Lemon Cream Sauce

Layers of homemade seaweed-laced pasta filled with fresh broad beans, asparagus, and fennel in a rich, lemony cream sauce.

Hot Artichoke Sin

A rich, bubbling vegetarian dip featuring artichokes, parmesan, and chillies baked until golden and served with crunchy tortilla chips.

Sausage, Cauliflower and Fennel Seed Bread Pudding

A savory bread pudding featuring sausage, cauliflower, and fennel seeds in a creamy mustard sauce topped with parmesan cheese.

Celeriac Risotto

A rich, earthy dish using finely diced celeriac instead of rice, finished with winkles, truffle, and mascarpone.

Parsley Pesto

A fresh vegetarian pesto made by blending parsley, garlic, parmesan, and pine nuts with extra virgin olive oil.

Penne with Tomatoes, Chorizo and Cream

A simple pasta dish featuring spicy chorizo and crushed chillies balanced by a rich, creamy tomato and rosemary sauce.

Parmesan Roast Parsnips and Carrots

Jazz up roasted carrots and parsnips with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a perfectly crisp, savory side dish.

A Soufflé Omelette with Three Cheeses and Chives

A light, fluffy soufflé omelette made with cheddar, parmesan, and gruyère cheese, finished under the grill until golden.

Delia's Any Kind of Cheese Sauce

An easy cheese sauce made by whisking milk, flour, butter, and cheese into a smooth, glossy, and seasoned accompaniment.

Italian Stuffed Aubergines

Thin aubergine slices rolled with a flavorful tomato, onion, caper, and anchovy filling, topped with mozzarella and parmesan breadcrumbs.

Pancetta-Baked Eggs with a Minted Pea and Feta Salad

An easy, stylish brunch featuring savory pancetta-lined baked eggs served with a refreshing mint, pea, and feta salad.

Penne with Prawns, Tomato and Crème Fraîche

A fresh and summery pasta dish featuring cooked prawns, a light vegetable-based sauce, and creamy crème fraîche.

Penne with Radicchio and Pancetta

A creamy pasta dish featuring savory pancetta, bitter radicchio, and a zesty lemon cream sauce finished with parmesan.

Pork and Parmesan Ravioli

Handmade pasta filled with savory pork and parmesan, served with a fresh, aromatic tomato sauce for special occasions.

Mussels, Kumquats and Rosemary with Sprouting Broccoli, Anchovy and Burnt-Butter Bread

An unusual seafood salad featuring crispy fried mussels, kumquats, and broccoli topped with a creamy anchovy dressing and croutons.

Mammole Artichoke Salad

A stunning Italian salad combining raw artichoke julienne and avocado, topped with parmesan shavings and a savory artichoke dressing.

Chargrilled Chicken Caesar Wraps

Grilled chicken strips combined with romaine lettuce, parmesan, and homemade Caesar dressing, rolled into soft flour tortilla wraps.

Asparagus and Garden Pea Risotto

A creamy risotto featuring fresh asparagus, garden peas, and a blend of cheddar and parmesan cheeses for a seasonal meal.

Macaroni Cheese

Boil macaroni, create a roux with butter and flour, whisk in milk, stir in cheese, and grill until bubbling.

Crab and Lobster Tart

A refined seafood tart featuring crab and lobster meat in a creamy custard, baked in a blind-baked pastry case.

Broad Bean and Runner Bean Risotto

A simple, low-stir summer risotto featuring fresh runner beans, broad beans, and creamy mascarpone topped with fresh garden herbs.

Baked Pasta Shells Filled with Cheese

Cheesy pasta shells stuffed with ricotta and mozzarella, baked in a homemade tomato sauce until golden and gooey.

Chicken Breast with Cheese, Ham and Roasted Courgettes

Quick chicken supper topped with fontina and prosciutto, served alongside roasted parmesan-crusted courgettes and tomatoes.

Chicken Cacciatore

A hearty Italian chicken and tomato stew served over creamy parmesan polenta, perfect for a mid-week family meal.

Christmas Porchetta

Italian pork loin stuffed with herbs, dried fruit, and mortadella, roasted until tender and served with sautéed potatoes.

Contaldo Family Meat Ragù

An authentic Italian tomato sauce featuring beef, pork ribs, and spicy sausage slow-cooked and served with rigatoni and salad.

Gnocchi with Wild Rocket

Handmade potato gnocchi served in a vibrant sauce of blanched rocket, watercress, garlic, chilli, and aromatic fresh basil.

La Gran Lasagna

Layer homemade meatballs, rich tomato sauce, four cheeses, and sliced eggs between fresh pasta sheets and bake until golden-brown.

Lamb Baked in a Crust with Fresh Peas, Onions and Pancetta

Leg of lamb stuffed with ham and rosemary, coated in a parmesan crust, and served with sautéed peas and pancetta.

Potato Gnocchi Filled with Mixed Mushrooms with a Butter, Sage and Balsamic Sauce

Handmade potato gnocchi stuffed with savory sautéed mushrooms, finished in a rich sage butter sauce with balsamic and parmesan.

Ravioli Two Ways

Homemade pasta with two distinct fillings, spinach and ricotta or meat, served in sage butter and tomato sauces.

Ricotta Dumplings

Handmade soft ricotta dough dumplings served in a fresh garlic and chilli tomato sauce with basil.

Torta Pasquale

An authentic Italian Easter pie stuffed with fresh greens, ricotta, and hard-boiled eggs, served with a fresh broad bean salad.

Parmesan-Stuffed Sardines with Tomato Salad

Flavorful butterflied sardines stuffed with a savory Parmesan herb paste, served alongside a fresh marinated tomato and rocket salad.

Penne with Spicy Tomato and Mozzarella Sauce

A simple, tasty vegetarian pasta dish featuring a spicy tomato sauce, fresh basil, and melted buffalo mozzarella.

Beef Ragù and Courgetti

A richly flavoured low-carb beef ragù served over spiralized courgette ribbons with a touch of liver and red wine.

Carrot, Parmesan and Chilli Fries

Healthy carrot batons coated in almond, parmesan, and spices, then baked until golden-brown and tender for a guilt-free snack.

Minestrone With Butternut Squash ‘Noodles’

A gluten-free vegetarian minestrone using julienned butternut squash strands instead of pasta, simmered with chickpeas, tomatoes, and cavolo nero.

Lettuce Risotto

A creamy vegetarian risotto featuring shredded mixed lettuces, fresh garden peas, and spring onions finished with butter and parmesan.

Porcini (Cep) Lasagne

A rich layered lasagne featuring fresh porcini mushrooms, parma ham, and a creamy parmesan béchamel sauce.

Pumpkin Risotto

A simple and stylish vegetarian risotto featuring pumpkin or squash, finished with crispy sage leaves and Parmesan cheese.

Risotto of Fresh (Wild) Mushrooms

A classic vegetarian risotto featuring fresh wild mushrooms, arborio rice, and parmesan cheese cooked slowly with hot stock.

Turkey with Bacon, Peas and Cream

A creamy turkey dish with crispy bacon and peas, perfect for using leftovers and serving over your favorite pasta.

Stilton, Spinach and New Potato Quiche with Walnut Pastry

A festive vegetarian quiche featuring a walnut-infused pastry, filled with wilted spinach, sliced new potatoes, and flavorful Stilton cheese.

Arancini with Deep-Fried Courgette Flowers

Moreish fried risotto balls mixed with ham and parmesan, served alongside crisp batter-coated courgette flowers and lemon wedges.

Artichoke and Broad Bean Risotto

A seasonal spring risotto featuring tender baby artichokes, broad beans, and a creamy parmesan finish.

Artichoke and Three Cheese Pizza

Handmade pizza topped with a rich tomato sauce, baby artichokes, mozzarella, parmesan, goat cheese, and savory Parma ham.

Aubergine Gratin with Tomato Sauce and Salad

A comforting vegetarian dish featuring rolled aubergines with mozzarella, pine nuts, and sultanas, served with fresh tomato sauce and salad.

Basic Tortellini with Ricotta and Pine Nuts

Handmade pasta filled with ricotta and basil, served with a fresh homemade pesto and toasted pine nuts.

Beef Ragu with Linguine

A classic winter warmer featuring handmade pasta and a rich, slow-simmered beef and bacon sauce topped with Parmesan cheese.

Beef with a Garlic and Parsley Risotto and Roasted Shallots

Rich, creamy arborio rice risotto served with tender grilled beef fillet and charred roasted banana shallots.