Cavolo nero recipes

Enjoy this easy-to-make, quick pasta. It’s full of goodness from the iron-rich cavolo nero, which is in season over the winter

Infuse cavolo nero with chilli for a gentle heat or, if you want more of a kick, finely chop the chilli before frying it with the garlic

Use up any veg in the fridge in this speedy, low calorie stew, with white beans and pancetta. Mop up the juices with crusty bread, if you like

This healthy veggie stew has real depth of flavour. A North African-style dish that contains three of your five-a-day and is great for feeding the family

Swap the traditional basil and pine nuts for cavolo nero and walnuts to make our cavolo nero pesto. Stir into your favourite pasta to serve

Pangrattato - toasted, crunchy breadcrumbs - add texture to this festive pasta dish. Serve them at the table to ensure they're at peak crispness

Pair the rich, earthy flavour of cavolo nero with cream and salty parmesan to make this perfect veggie side dish. Serve leftovers with roast ham or fish

Treat yourself to this tart for supper and save the rest for lunch

Team the bold flavours of mussels and chorizo with mellow cannellini beans and cavolo nero for a tasty, light meal. Ideal for a romantic evening

A fresh twist on the classic caesar salad with thick tuna steaks, this dish is rich in vitamin C, omega-3 and calcium

A new take on champ using Italian kale-like cabbage, bacon and celeriac, a versatile root that's lighter than potato

Combine streaky bacon, cavolo nero and celeriac with cream for luxurious comfort food. A thyme crumb topping brings added texture to this autumnal mash

If you're feeling like a lazy supper, this easy vegan squash recipe is deliciously spiced. Serve with a dollop of coconut yogurt

Drizzle marrow with maple syrup and garlic, then top with crunchy hazelnuts and breadcrumbs for a comforting yet healthy vegetarian dish

A really thick, filling minestrone soup - tastes even better after a day

Cooking for friends? This sophisticated starter is a taste sensation with lemon, anchovies and garlic packing a punch

We used kale in this sumptuous side dish, but any winter green would work well. Try cavolo nero or chard.