I made this soda bread the first time on a cold, grey Tuesday when I’d run out of yeast and patience. I needed something warm …
Mary Berry Raspberry and Coconut Cake
The first time I made this raspberry and coconut cake, I honestly thought I’d messed it up. The batter looked way too thin—more like pancake …
Mary Berry Blackberry and Apple Crumble
I first made this crumble after an especially rainy Saturday in late September—the kind of day that begs for something warm from the oven and …
Mary Berry Pineapple Upside-down Cake
There’s something oddly nostalgic about pineapple upside-down cake. For me, it’s one of those bakes that transports me straight back to 90s school dinners—except this …
Mary Berry Boeuf Bourguignon
The first time I made this, it was freezing outside, and I’d just convinced myself I could “do French food” without burning anything. Big dreams. …
Mary Berry Chicken Drumsticks
The first time I made these drumsticks, I was juggling homework duty, a hungry partner, and a rapidly browning banana bread in the oven. I …
Mary Berry Preserved Lemon Chicken
The first time I made this, I’ll admit—I was sceptical. Preserved lemons? In a creamy sauce? I thought it might be a clash. But I …
Mary Berry Pork en Croute
I made this for my in-laws the first time they came for dinner. Risky, I know. But I was chasing something that looked impressive without …
Mary Berry Salmon Fillets
I made these salmon fillets on a Wednesday night when the fridge was mostly condiments and questionably old cauliflower. I wasn’t feeling fancy—but I was …
Mary Berry Rack of Lamb
I made this rack of lamb for a small dinner party where I wanted to look like I knew what I was doing—but not spend …