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<p>Pasta is the world’s favourite food. It’s official – a study on global trends says so. Who are we too argue? Bring on the carbs and break free from the mid-week monotony of bolognaise, courtesy of Italian food royalty, Giancarlo and Katie Caldesi. This culinary power couple own the <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://caldesi.com/" target="_blank">Caldesi</a> restaurants in Bray, London and Gerrards Cross – have written a new cookbook (their 15th, no less) <em><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Italian-Cookbook-Children-Grown-ups-deliciously/dp/B09PRZ1WZY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1ZCGNWM7V0P97&amp;keywords=the+italian+cookbook+katie+caldesi&amp;qid=1642685994&amp;sprefix=the+italian+cookbook+katie+caldesi%2Caps%2C74&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="The Italian Cookbook for Children &amp; Grown-ups (opens in a new tab)">The Italian Cookbook for Children &amp; Grown-ups</a></em>. It provides 50 healthy recipes that are utterly delicious and offer the whole family the tools they need to follow a healthier diet, snack less, eat fewer ultra-processed foods and feel the benefits – without even thinking about it. Basically, this book with become your kitchen bestie. As Giancarlo says: “Pasta waits for no man” Or woman. So let’s get on with the cooking, shall we?</p>



<p><strong>Serves 4-6</strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">INGREDIENTS</h2>



<ul><li>150g cherry tomatoes, halved around the equator (not pole to pole)</li><li>5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil</li><li>2 garlic cloves, lights crushed with skins on</li><li>1/2 tsp dried oregano</li><li>1/4 tsp chilli flakes (optional)</li><li>1 large courgette</li><li>250g pappardelle pasta, dried or fresh </li><li>Handful of fresh basil leaves roughly torn if large</li><li>1 burrata (approx 150g drained weight)</li><li>Salt and pepper</li></ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">METHOD</h2>



<p>This is quick to make as the tomatoes roast while the pasta cooks; the combination is heavenly with the burrata. Don&#8217;t be alarmed by the amount of olive oil; combined with the juices from the tomatoes, it makes the sauce. The courgette ribbons are optional but I like to add veg where I can.</p>



<div class="wp-block-ca-gutenberg-ol-block notice-box notice-1"><p>Preheat the oven to 200°C Fan/ 425°F/ Gas Mark 7<br /></p><span class="counter">1</span></div>



<div class="wp-block-ca-gutenberg-ol-block notice-box notice-2"><p>Put the tomatoes cut side up in a roasting tray and pour over the oil. Put the garlic cloves between the tomatoes. Scatter over the oregano, chilli flakes (if using) and some salt and pepper. Roast for 10 minutes. <br /></p><span class="counter">2</span></div>



<div class="wp-block-ca-gutenberg-ol-block notice-box notice-3"><p>Boil a large saucepan of salted water.<br /> </p><span class="counter">3</span></div>



<div class="wp-block-ca-gutenberg-ol-block notice-box notice-4"><p>Slice the courgette into ribbons using a potato peeler. Add these to the tomatoes and stir through. Cook for another 5 minutes.<br /></p><span class="counter">4</span></div>



<div class="wp-block-ca-gutenberg-ol-block notice-box notice-5"><p>Meanwhile, cook the pasta to coincide with the end of the cooking time for the tomatoes. Follow the packet instructions for dried pasta. If you&#8217;re using fresh pasta the ribbons will need 2-3 minutes.</p><span class="counter">5</span></div>



<div class="wp-block-ca-gutenberg-ol-block notice-box notice-6"><p>When the tomatoes are cooked, remove the tray from the oven. Using the flat side of a wooden spoon squeeze the soft garlic out of their skins. Mix this gently with the tomatoes and discard the garlic skins.<br /></p><span class="counter">6</span></div>



<div class="wp-block-ca-gutenberg-ol-block notice-box notice-7"><p>Pour the drained pasta into the hot tray. Add the basil leaves and use a pair of tongs to combine, then top with the burrata. Cut the burrata just before serving.</p><span class="counter">7</span></div>



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<p><em>The Italian Cookbook for Children &amp; Grown Ups</em> by Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi is out now by <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Amazon (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Italian-Cookbook-Children-Grown-ups-deliciously/dp/B09PRZ1WZY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1ZCGNWM7V0P97&amp;keywords=the+italian+cookbook+katie+caldesi&amp;qid=1642685994&amp;sprefix=the+italian+cookbook+katie+caldesi%2Caps%2C74&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank">Amazon</a>. You can also uplevel your cookery skills by signing up for <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Caldesi Cookery School (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.caldesi.com/shop/caldesi-in-campagna-bray" target="_blank">Caldesi Cookery School</a>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">More guilt-free good stuff</h2>



<p><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Prebiotic rocky road recipe, from Megan Rossi (opens in a new tab)" href="https://berkshire.muddystilettos.co.uk/home/recipes/healthy-rocky-road-recipe-megan-rossi/" target="_blank">Prebiotic rocky road recipe, from Megan Rossi</a><br><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Gnocchi with Harissa Butter and Broccoli, from Ruby Tandoh (opens in a new tab)" href="https://berkshire.muddystilettos.co.uk/home/recipes/quick-vegetarian-recipe-ruby-tandoh/" target="_blank">Gnocchi with Harissa Butter and Broccoli, from Ruby Tandoh</a></p>



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Recipe: Pappardelle with tomatoes & burrata

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