Warm Pesto Bacon and Roasted Veg Salad

Meanwhile, trim the courgette and slice into 1cm thick rounds.

Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on high heat. When hot, add the bacon and courgette and cook until charred, 4-5 mins. Turn only every couple of mins - this will result in the courgette picking up some nice colour. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw meat. Cook bacon thoroughly.

Once cooked, season with salt and pepper, then transfer the bacon and courgette to a bowl. Cover with a lid or foil to keep warm.

Next, halve the bell pepper and discard the core and seeds. Slice into thin strips.

Pop the sliced pepper and baby plum tomatoes onto another large baking tray. Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat.

Roast on the middle shelf until soft and slightly charred, 15-18 mins.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, pesto, sugar and olive oil for the dressing (see pantry for both amounts).

Season with salt and pepper - this is your pesto dressing.

Once roasted, add the veg to the bowl of pesto dressing and toss to coat.

Just before serving, add the baby leaves, bacon and courgette to the bowl, then toss to combine. TIP: Don't add the leaves too early or they'll go soggy.