I don’t cook steak very often, but when I do, I want it to feel like something special. Not a rushed Tuesday-night dinner with a …
Mary Berry Garlic Mushrooms and Cured Ham on Toasted Brioche
This is the kind of dish I make when I want to feel a bit fancy without doing too much. It’s toast—but dressed up. Mushrooms …
Mary Berry Seafood Linguine with Fresh Tomato Sauce
The first time I made this, I didn’t quite trust how fast it all came together. Seafood? Tomatoes? Pasta? All in under half an hour? …
Mary Berry Pecan and Ginger Syrup Pudding Recipe
I made this for a last-minute family dinner thinking, “Oh, it’s just a traybake with sauce.” Famous last words. The first go was underbaked in …
Mary Berry Round Lemon Drizzle Cake
The first time I made this, I was in a bit of a mood. My lemons were waxy, I’d forgotten to soften the butter, and …
Mary Berry Smoked Trout Avocado and Tomato Tian Recipe
I first made this when I was trying to impress someone who claimed they “don’t like fishy things.” Bold move. But this dish? It’s not …
Mary Berry Pork Chops With Mustard Sauce Recipe
This nearly ended in disaster the first time I made it. I scorched the pan trying to sear the chops too fast, forgot to reduce …
Mary Berry Red Velvet Cake Recipe
I made this one for a birthday I forgot I agreed to bake for—classic me. No time to mess about with complicated layers or fancy …
Mary Berry Garlic Herb Flatbreads Recipe
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 …
Mary Berry Thai Chicken and Vegetable Curry
This one came about when I needed something fast but still proper comfort food. I had chicken, a tin of coconut milk, and half a …