Dinner

The first time I tried making Mary Berry’s aubergine bhuna, I thought, “This’ll be quick, right?” It was quick—until I completely underestimated how much oil …

The first time I made this Mary Berry Hoisin Chicken, I thought I’d cracked it—until I forgot to cover it halfway through roasting. Result? A …

I’ll be honest—this nearly ended up a gloopy, noodle-clumped disaster the first time I made it. I thought, “How tricky can a veggie stir-fry be?” …

I first made Mary Berry’s shakshuka on a rainy Sunday when the fridge was nearly empty and I couldn’t face another limp sandwich. I had …

I first made this Mary Berry beef ragu on a cold Tuesday night when I was low on groceries but high on “I need something …

This one started as a “what’s left in the fridge” situation. You know the type—two peppers slightly shriveled, a pack of sausages near expiry, and …

I first made this Garlic Mushroom Penne Gratin on a weeknight when I was completely over everything—no energy, no patience, and definitely no plans to …

I made this on a Tuesday night when I was this close to just having toast for dinner. You know those days where everything’s a …

I first made this venison casserole on a foggy November Sunday, thinking it’d be a rustic, hearty dish to fend off the cold. What I …

I first made this spatchcock poussin recipe on a total whim. It was one of those Sundays where I fancied something fancier than roast chicken—but …