Cuisine

Spicy hot chicken with basil
The surprise lies in the anise-flavoured basil, which is a nice counterpoint to the other seasoning

Atul Kochhar’s Prawn Basil
Don’t be put off by the amount of ingredients; you only need a little of most of them and the results will be worth it in the end

Brie and plum tarts with basil pastry
Brie and plum are a marriage made in heaven. Briefly pan-fry the pastry, then add the topping and bake in the oven

Chicken breast stuffed with basil, mozzarella, and tomato
Shredded Wheat and breadcrumbs provide a unique crunchy coating in this tasty supper or lunch dish

Spinach, fresh tomato and blue cheese pizza
Fresh sage or basil scattered over before serving intensifies the flavour. Alternatively, use goat’s cheese instead of blue, and top with 2 eggs for the final 10 minutes of baking

Raymond's tagliatelle, pesto and pine nuts
Fresh or dried pasta works equally well here but remember to adjust the cooking times – dried will take 8-10 minutes whereas fresh takes 1-3, depending on its quality

Salmon with a herb crust
A light meal that’s easy to prepare and yet sophisticated enough for a special occasion

Goat's cheese and courgette cannelloni
Serve these rolled-up lasagne sheets, filled with courgettes and other tasty veg

Cod brandade glazed with red peppers
Use a tender fillet or loin of cod, haddock or salmon for this recipe. Ask the fishmonger to skin it for you

Rib-eye bruschetta with beetroot and lemon mayonnaise
Choose good-quality steak and, hey presto, a succulent gourmet delight in a matter of minutes