This contest coincides with the launch of Knorr’s two new flavours – Tomato & Basil and Spicy Tomato.

Chefs are being encouraged to think outside the box and log on to www.knorrcreatemore.co.uk where they can challenge Unilever chef Versatility Steve to do something ridiculous with the sauces.

The best challenges, the ones which highlight the most ridiculous uses for the sauces, will be filmed and released online, with the chefs of the winning challenges being rewarded with an iPad Mini.

Sarah Branagan, category manager for Knorr sauces at Unilever Food Solutions, said: “The Italian Create More sauces are ridiculously versatile and, designed to allow chefs to add their own signature to a sauce, can be used for anything from fresh sauces and soups to pizza toppings and Focaccia bread. All they need to do is add water, fresh ingredients and their own inspiration to create great-tasting dishes.

“They are so versatile, our chef, Versatility Steve, has become a bit obsessed with Knorr Create More Concentrated Sauces and things have got a little out of hand. We want chefs to go one better by heading online and setting Steve a ridiculous challenge of their own. He’ll then prove just how versatile they are.”