Holiday on a plate

This recipe is inspired by my much-loved fried gordal olives stuffed with manchego, a big favourite at Pizarro restaurant. Here, the creamy, nutty manchego is fried until perfectly golden and crisp, b

Fill those balmy summer evenings with delicious meals you’ll want to cook again and again

Share the load with your guests and ask each to make one of these delicious dishes for your next alfresco gathering

INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 300g courgettes, green or yellow, coarsely grated 1 litre chicken or vegetable stock 1 egg 250ml natural yoghurt Jui

Served with warm bread and a cold glass of rosé, this makes the perfect starter. SERVES 6 PREP 5 MINS COOK 15 MINS ✱ 2-3 medium courgettes(about 300g), thinly sliced ✱ 5tbsp olive oil ✱ Zest and juice

Ingredients (Serves 2) ◆ 2 x 250g pouches microwaveable Spanish-style grains ◆ 150ml vegetable stock ◆ 200g frozen cooked mixed seafood (prawns, squid, mussels) ◆ 1tsp paprika (optional) ◆ 200g mussel