Traditional humus is made from garbanzo beans (also called chickpeas), tahini, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt and other flavorful ingredients. This outstanding spread dates back to Egypt in the 13th century and remains a popular Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. See how
Did you know that hummus is extremely simple to make? If you enjoy the taste of hummus then see how it is made in this episode of POV Italian Cooking. This base recipe of hummus can be flavored per your main dish, as a plating item or as a standalone appetizer.
garbanzo beans, olive oil, See video for ingredients!
I simply roasted any vegetables I had, they go well with fish or meat. The key is the dry roasted almonds on top to give an unusual and surprising crunchy texture.
Carrot (small), Parsnip, Red cabbage, Salt, Maple syrup, Dried thyme, Olive oil, Sliced almonds
A traditional Portuguese dish eaten at home, and great for clearing any leftover vegetables in the fridge.
Olive oil, Chorizo, Onion (medium), Garlic, Bay leaves, Salt & pepper, Tomato puree, Peri peri sauce, Wine (white or red), Frozen green peas, Frozen vegetables, Tomato (medium), Eggs
This recipe is easy if you can find passata from the top Italian brand Cirio which makes a deep tasting tomato sauce in seconds. It goes really well with the black pasta (made with squid ink).
Garlic (finely chopped), Passata, Green beans, Black penne (cooked), King prawns, Olive oil, Salt & pepper
Delicious on its own and good when poured over rice.
Your favourite seafood (mixed pack if you like), , Potato for mashing, Leek, Olive oil, White wine, Stock cube (chicken or vegetable), Milk, Miso paste, Grated cheese, Parsley, Paprika powder
Spanish mojama is the red meat of the tuna, pickled in salt and sundried. It's the tuna version of parma ham or cured ham. If you are given this as a souvenir, try eating it this way, it's suitable as an hors d'oeuvre.
Cacciatore is a recipe dating back to Italian hunting times, so originally it must have been a dish using wild ingredients. Nowadays it's a trendy recipe.
Chicken thighs on the bone (with skin), Flour, Onion , Garlic, Red pepper, Tinned tomatoes (or 3 fresh), Mushrooms, Celery, Capers, Olive oil, Chicken stock, White wine, Salt & pepper, Dried oregano
Spaghetti vongole uses clams and white wine. This time, I added onion, anchovy paste and vegetable consomme to make it a really deep taste. Dunk a baguette into the sauce to enjoy this dish twice!
Spaghetti, Clams, White wine, Olive oil, Onion, Garlic, Dried chilli, Anchovy paste, Vegetable consomme, Spring onions
Beetroot and edamame both have a very vibrant colour. You might think it's too vivid but it's a great combination. In fact, while making the video, I was eating from the plate and before I realised it, it was half finished!
Beetroot, Lemon, Extra virgin olive oil, Salt, Edamame beans (defrosted), Stilton cheese, Walnuts, Black pepper
Throw in any vegetables into a muffin tray and pour in beaten eggs - a quick and nutritious snack!
Broccoli florets, Mushrooms, Carrot, Potatoes (medium), Bacon rashers, Salt & pepper for the vegetables, Eggs, Salt & pepper for the omelette, Olive oil, Butter
Cabbage, Onion, Garlic, Chorizo, Paprika powder (if you like), Potatoes (medium), Tinned tomatoes, Chicken stock, Olive oil, Salt & pepper, Eggs, Creme fraiche, Your favourite bread as a side
Nectarine, Courgette, Red pepper, Yellow pepper, Halloumi cheese, Green grapes (seedless), Pine nuts, 【Dressing】, Yuzu pepper (or black pepper), Cider vinegar, Extra virgin olive oil, Balsamic vinegar, Salt
Turkey breast fillets, Fresh sage or basil leaves, Bacon rashers, Hard cheese (such as Mimolette or Parmigiano reggiano), Flour, Olive oil, White wine, Salt & pepper
A quick and trendy starter to show off to your guests!
Apples, (Cox, Braeburn, Golden delicious), Egg, Parmigiano reggiano, Gherkins or cornichons, Extra virgin olive oil, White balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice), Walnuts or pecan nuts, Salt & pepper
Cod cheeks are very delicious and quite reasonable to buy because not many people use it. It has a lot of collagen (good for your skin) and makes a lovely soup with tomatoes.
Cod cheeks, Onion , Garlic , Anchovy fillets, Tomato, Olive oil, White wine, Salt & pepper, Lemon juice, Capers
You get a lovely aroma of grilled cauliflower and the fennel. If you roast the garlic, it will be even better.
Cauliflower (small), Fennel, Garlic, Cherry tomatoes or baby plum tomatoes, Baby spinach, Salt, Extra virgin olive oil, A Capers in vinegar, A Wholegrain mustard, A White vinegar, A Sea salt, A Extra virgin olive oil
This is a very traditional home recipe from Spain.
Chorizo, Potatoes (medium), Romano pepper, Onion, Garlic, Tomatoes (medium), Olive oil, Dried Chilli, Paprika, Bay leaves, White wine vinegar, Salt & pepper, Hot water
Traditional cuisine from Alsace, France. Originally fermented cabbage was a preserved food. Sour cabbage is often eaten in Alsace and Germany, once you get used to it, you'll be addicted to it!
Cabbage (sweetheart), Onion, Sausages, Bacon rashers, Garlic, Olive oil, Salt and pepper, White wine, White wine vinegar, Cumin (if you have), Bay leaf (if you have), Wholegrain mustard
You needs lots of lemon juice and lemons. It might seem too sour but it will definitely build up your appetite. Make lots, it's wonderful for entertaining at home!
Chicken breast fillets, Salt & pepper, Flour, Olive oil, Butter, Onion, Garlic, White wine, Chicken stock, Capers, Lemon juice, Lemon (sliced), Fresh parsley
All the ingredients were in my fridge. The flavour of the bacon and the sweet onions give it a nice touch. The dressing is so simple with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze.
Asparagus. The earth is wonderful because such a delicious food grows here. But even if you want to make something with asparagus, recipes are limited. Asparagus goes great with pasta. It is surprisingly delicious.
Long pasta, Chicken thigh, Cod, Prawns, Squid or mussels, Garlic, White wine, Anchovy fillets, Peppers in oil (optional), Tomato, Olives, Saffron, Paprika, Fish or chicken stock cube, Lemon, Olive oil, Salt
Just put all the ingredients in a foil wrap, drizzle some seasoning and steam bake. So quick and simple yet so delicious.
Cod fillets, Salt & pepper, Carrot (small), Cherry tomatoes, Mushrooms (shimeji, enoki or ordinary), Spring onions, White wine, Thyme, Rosemary, Butter, Soy sauce, Salt (Maldon), Olive oil, Lime juice
Chicken thighs on the bone, Carrot (medium), Onion, Chestnut mushrooms, Lemon, Salt & pepper, White wine, Water, Single cream, Plain flour & olive oil paste
Make a basic mushroom sauce peperoncino style (olive oil, garlic & chilli) first of all, then mix with butter and cheese and the pasta - mmmm, delicious!
You can oven bake or grill this, simply roll up and cook thin slices of aubergine with lots of cheese, it's guaranteed to make you feel good and warm all over.
Mozzarella caprese is delicious but a bit watery. Put tomatoes in an oven to make them semi 'sundried' and you'll have a tastier (and not so wet) caprese!
Amalfi is a southern Italian coastal town, famous for its lemon production. Spaghetti al limone is not at all as sour as it sounds, it's a refreshing pasta dish perfect for summer days.
Extra virgin olive oil, Lemon, Parmigiano reggiano, Black pepper, Basil leaves, Lemon zest, Salt (for spaghetti), Spaghetti
This is the well-known lemon spaghetti from the Amalfi region of Italy, but I've added egg yolk to make it creamy. You just need to mix in a bowl, so it's a simple dish to make.
Prep+cook: 12min
Lemon (juiced), Extra Virgin Olive Oil , Parmigiano Reggiano, Black pepper, Egg yolk, Basil, Lemon zest, Spaghetti
It's similar to a Ratatouille in France, but the point is that caponata is sweet and sour with sugar and vinegar. It is best to put it on bread and eat it.
Aubergine, Tomatoes (medium), Onion, Garlic, Capers, Olives (green), Olive oil, Salt and pepper, Fresh chilli, Sugar, Vinegar, Basil
I saw a recipe in Tesco for making a foolproof macaroni cheese, so I gave it a go. Like lasagne that tastes better the next day, this was certainly more delicious the day after. It's ideal to make for a party.
Macaroni, Meat (chicken, bacon, meatballs, etc.), Vegetables (onion, broccoli, etc.), Olive oil or butter, Garlic, Tinned tomatoes (chopped), Mascarpone cheese, Hard cheese (Cheddar, Red Leicester, etc.)
You can use this versatile sauce with almost anything - add to pasta, spread on grilled chicken or fish or as a dip for crudites...the list is endless.
Let's survive the hot days with some delicious cold pasta!
Tomatoes (medium), Piquillo pepper, Green pepper, Onion, Cucumber, Garlic, Baguette or bread slice, Water, Vinegar, Extra virgin olive oil, Salt & pepper, Cumin powder, Spaghetti, Salt for the pasta
Avocado (beauty serum) and salmon (good for collagen) are both known for their health-giving properties, so this is just a perfect dish. You don't need to cook anything, so it's ideal if you're in a hurry.
Avocado, Smoked salmon, Finely chopped onion, Cherry tomatoes, Extra virgin olive oil, Lemon juice, Dill for the garnish
