Side Dishes

I used to think roast potatoes were the ultimate side dish—until I made Mary’s Parmentier potatoes. These little golden cubes are like the fancier, French …

I first made Béarnaise sauce because I wanted to impress someone. Big mistake—well, the date didn’t go brilliantly, but the sauce definitely did. It was …

The first time I made this, it was a last-minute save for a dry-ish roast lamb. The mint jelly had vanished (likely eaten straight from …

Let me tell you—this isn’t your average coleslaw. I first made Mary’s Rainbow Coleslaw on a whim for a BBQ where I’d already burnt the …

This mash is what I make when plain potatoes just won’t cut it—when the roast’s a little fancier, or I need something that tastes rich …

The first time I made gravadlax, I was half-convinced I’d poison someone. Raw fish? In the fridge? For 24 hours? But Mary promised it was …

The first time I made these, I was elbow-deep in dinner prep and realised I’d forgotten the bread. No time to proof, no yeast on …

I almost skipped this one, to be honest. I mean—Brussels sprouts? Peas? Cashews? It sounded like the kind of thing you politely push around on …

I first made this carrot and beetroot slaw alongside some pan-fried halloumi, mostly because I needed to use up a couple of sad-looking carrots and …

This one’s my go-to when I’ve got zero time but still want something that looks vaguely impressive on a plate. The first time I made …