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Preparing the perfect pasta meal from scratch takes time and a lot of care. Is the pasta perfectly al dente? Is the sauce right? Don't worry. With Buitoni's delicious, easy-to-prepare range, you're already halfway there! All you need is your own creativity and a little bit of inspiration - and there's no-one better to provide that inspiration than our own resident head chef, Enrico Braganti.

At Casa Buitoni, Enrico has spent many years experimenting with new recipes and perfecting some of Mamma Giulia's original ones. As head chef, Enrico is responsible for the experimental kitchen and is project leader for the development of new products. You'll find his tips below, as well as one of his favourite recipes.

Remember to pop back to this section regularly for the latest tips from Casa Buitoni, and new recipes from Enrico.
Click here to go to Enrico's favorite spring recipe.

	If you are adding cooked pasta to a hot sauce to heat through, cook the pasta for 1 minute less than indicated on pack as the pasta will continue to cook in the sauce.
	Buitoni's Italian sauces make great dips for chicken strips, crisps or sticks of carrot or celery.
	Make a delicious foccacia pizza: cover foccacia bread with Buitoni Napoletana or Basilico sauce and then add any of the following toppings: anchovies, capers and olives or Parma ham, spinach and thinly sliced mushrooms and top with grated mozzarella. Bake in a moderate oven for about 10-15 minutes until bubbling.