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ITALIAN-STYLE SIMPLICITY Barney Desmazery has devised an easy but impressive three-course menu inspired by Italy, all of which can be prepped in advance to enjoy over the Easter weekend recipes BARNEY DESMAZERY photographs JONATHAN GREGSON
MENU Smashed cannellini crostini Spicy squid ragu with pasta & clams Shaved fennel & rocket salad Affogato chocolate pots
There are many things I love about weekend entertaining. Aside from the meal, it’s about spending time with friends, so you don’t want to be stuck in the kitchen cooking. With that in mind, I’ve put together a menu that, with a bit of effort a day ahead, only needs a few finishing touches on the day of serving. The Italians do this particularly well with pasta dishes that can be elevated in small ways and scaled up for special occasions. Apart from the practical benefits, I also love to cook a menu that transports me to sunnier climes. Barney is Good Food’s skills & shows editor. He has worked as a chef in London, France and Australia and is a pro at adapting restaurant recipes to make at home. @barney_desmazery
54 BBC Good Food Middle East April 2022
