This stroganoff nearly ruined my Tuesday. I’d planned a quick dinner with pork fillet I had stashed in the fridge, thinking it would be a …
Mary Berry Coconut and Jam Cake
The first time I made this Coconut and Jam Cake, I completely underestimated it. “Just a sponge with a bit of jam,” I thought. Oh, …
Mary Berry Lime and Polenta Cake
The first time I made this lime and polenta cake, I completely forgot the baking powder. I blame the dog—he gave me that “feed me …
Mary Berry Butterscotch Cake
Right, I’ll be honest: this cake nearly didn’t happen. I was halfway through whisking when I realised I’d used fridge-cold margarine and forgotten to soften …
Mary Berry Meatballs in Tomato and Basil Sauce Recipe
I first made these meatballs on a gloomy Tuesday when I was craving something properly comforting but didn’t want the faff of a roast. To …
Mary Berry American Chocolate Cake
I’ll be honest, I didn’t expect much from this one at first. “American” chocolate cake, in a British cookbook? Felt like an odd crossover episode. …