Somewhere between a soufflé and a crustless quiche – easier than both – a sformato is quick and tasty.

A relaxed way to rustle up a weekend lunch, with buttery mushrooms, the subtle tang of camembert and fresh thyme.

A luscious chocolate custard and salted caramel dessert, served chilled and sliced with amaretti crumbs.

A fast, four-egg frittata made with the classic Caprese flavours: tomatoes, mozzarella and basil pesto.

Italy’s answer to bacon and eggs, with prosciutto, mozzarella and Parmesan, as a pizza. Are you in?

The simplest of custards is an easy, gentle undertaking while something warm and sweet bakes in the oven.