
Basil recipes
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Tomato & basil soup
Combine fruity sundried tomatoes with tinned tomatoes to make this rich tomato soup with a homemade basil pesto – perfect for the depths of winter.
Tomato sauce for pasta
Save time and money with this simple and easy tomato and basil pasta sauce. It's also goes well with meat or fish, as well as a pizza topping.
Roasted tomato, basil & parmesan quiche
A taste of summer, this quiche is full of Italian flavours and is perfect for dinner in the garden
Silvana's Mediterranean & basil pasta
Silvana Franco's fast, easy and healthy vegetarian pasta is perfect for a midweek meal
Baked tomato, mozzarella & basil risotto
Imagine all the best bits of arancini – a golden, crunchy exterior; cheesy, oozing rice – in risotto form and you have this moreish baked tomato, mozzarella and basil risotto. It's deliciously comforting
Garlic & basil ciabatta
Perfect as a starter or as a side dish for a dinner party
Bacon, pea & basil macaroni
The perfect summer comfort food - classic macaroni cheese with extra veggies and herbs
Courgette & broad bean risotto with basil pesto
Make this vibrant risotto with courgettes and broad beans to make the most of summer veg. Swirl through homemade pesto for a fabulous starter or main
Barley & broccoli risotto with lemon & basil
Barley and broccoli are packed with vitamins to lower cholesterol and regulate your appetite. This vegan, low-calorie supper will keep you fuller for longer
Lemon cod with basil bean mash
A heart-healthy supper that makes the perfect midweek meal for two
Spaghetti Bolognese with salami & basil
An easy dinner favourite, this spaghetti Bolognese includes added salami and basil for a twist on a classic dish
Basil & olive eggs
Get a boost of protein with eggs stuffed with basil and Kalamata olives. They'd work as a tasty lunch alongside a salad as well as being a healthy vegetarian snack
Pepper & lemon spaghetti with basil & pine nuts
Try this zesty pasta dish for a quick and healthy veggie lunch option. Low in calories, it provides fibre, vitamin C and iron and counts as two of your 5-a-day
Creamy linguine with ham, lemon & basil
Keep the kids happy with this easy, low-fat recipe that's ready in under half an hour
Haddock in tomato basil sauce
A deliciously simple and low fat fish dinner
Mushroom & basil omelette with smashed tomato
A vegetarian breakfast with bite, try this egg dish with cream cheese, herbs and grilled tomatoes
Summer egg salad with basil & peas
Drizzle seasonal greens, new potatoes and eggs with a tangy, herby dressing to make this healthy vegetarian lunch or dinner, packed with iron, folate and fibre
Summer chicken & basil stew
One-pot suppers aren't just for the colder months. This light, fresh stew just needs crusty bread to mop up the juices
Spaghetti with crab, cherry tomatoes & basil
Punchy fresh flavours in a good-for-you-dish are often what you need for a midweek boost. This pasta dish has it all
Baked fish with tomatoes, basil & crispy crumbs
A low-fat traybake supper that's full of flavour. Combine lean white fish with cherry tomatoes, a pesto crumb, green beans and broccoli
Spring vegetable soup with basil pesto
A former magazine cover star, this satisfying soup is special enough for entertaining and easy enough to size down
Mint & basil griddled peach salad
This vegan salad makes a healthy and filling meal, providing 4 of your 5-a-day. Enjoy hearty quinoa, creamy avocado and juicy griddled peaches
Pan-fried sea bass with ratatouille & basil
This restaurant-quality fish supper for two puts a new spin on classic French ratatouille
Italian chicken with ham, basil & beans
A great recipe for the end of the summer, using sweet roasted tomatoes and garlic. Serve with the best crusty bread you can get you hands on