This one’s all about balance. The crisp pastry base holds up beautifully without being too thick. The frangipane layer is soft and just set—not spongey, …
Mary Berry Millionaire’s Shortbread
The first time I made this, I didn’t let the caramel set properly. Big mistake. I cut into it too soon and ended up with …
Mary Berry Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables
This dish started as a “use-up-the-fridge” moment and turned into one of those things I now plan my shopping around. The first time I made …
Mary Berry American Style Pancakes
These pancakes have become a bit of a weekend tradition in my house, especially when I want something indulgent but still manageable before that second …
Mary Berry Moules Marinière
I nearly gave up on mussels the first time I made this. I forgot to scrub them properly and served up a sandy mess—nothing kills …
Mary Berry Bûche De Noël
The first time I made this, I was convinced it would crack clean in half. Rolling a delicate sponge filled with cream and topped with …
Mary Berry Carrot and Swede Puree
This one’s been a sleeper hit at my dinner table. It looks humble—just carrots and swede—but somehow ends up stealing the show. I first made …
Mary Berry Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Grainy Mustard Dressing
This is the kind of salad that surprises people. They think it’s going to be boring. Beige. Plain old cauliflower. But once it’s roasted until …
Mary Berry Honey Roasted Carrots and Parsnips
There’s something deeply comforting about the smell of root veg roasting in the oven. Sweet, earthy, caramelised edges… I could eat a tray of these …
Mary Berry Sea Bream and Chive Cream Sauce
The first time I made this, I was trying to impress… myself. I’d had a long day, didn’t want pasta, and there was a pack …