Rocky road is as simple as a bake can get and it can be personalised depending on preference and what you have in the cupboards. It is often made up of milk chocolate, marshmallows as well as chocolate bars and sometimes sultanas. As a part-time baker, I make a lot of rocky road and have … Read more
Mary Berry explained: “Pistou is a classic Provençal sauce made of basil, garlic and oil.” These three ingredients are also the base for a pesto sauce. The only difference between the Provençal sauce and a pesto sauce is that the latter has pine nuts and Parmesan included in the recipe. To cook a delicious pistou … Read more
Eccles cakes, those delightful pastries filled with dried currants, candied citrus peel, and warm spices, have been a beloved British treat for generations. Named after the town of Eccles, these flaky, buttery delights are perfect for afternoon tea or as a sweet snack any time of day. They’re a staple in most bakeries and even supermarkets, … Read more
Lasagna is a common dinner that British families usually buy premade from the store, but you can easily make it yourself with the right recipe. Mary Berry’s family lasagna is easy to make as a simple homecooked dinner and the Great British Bake Off cook explained that she enjoys making it for her family at … Read more
Cakes come in all shapes, flavours and sizes, and British chef Mary Berry is considered an expert on some of the classics. Victoria’s sponge and carrot cake are two of the most traditional bakes, but the baking expert has a much easier recipe to satisfy chocolate cravings. Sharing her chocolate chip traybake from her book … Read more
This delicious dish that’s perfect for a spring time dinner only takes 10 minutes to make, Mary Berry says. Made with pistou, a classic Provençal sauce made of basil, garlic and oil, this French recipe rivals its Italian sister, pesto pasta. However, pistou, unlike pesto, is made without pine nuts and Parmesan, making it a … Read more
Salmon lends itself to endless possibilities in the kitchen, with options to cook it in the oven, pan, or even an air fryer. When it comes to making a delicious, balanced meal, British chef Mary Berry knows a thing or two about how to serve fresh salmon. Her recipe for a Thai-style salmon traybake has … Read more
“Lemon balm gives a gentle citrus tang to this impressive but easy ice cream,” Mary Berry said of her recipe. Best served with a raspberry coulis or summer berries, such as raspberries and blueberries, you can serve the lemon meringue ice cream in as little as 15 minutes. A perfect weekend treat, once you have … Read more
Mary Berry described her wild bramble mousse as the “perfect light pudding” just in time for the upcoming summer season. If you want to get into better shape but aren’t too keen on giving up sweet treats, then this bramble mousse could be a great dessert option. Rather than stodgy bread and butter puddings, this … Read more
Mary Berry said the carrot cake with mascarpone topping is “a popular cake” that has a lovely addition of walnuts for a crunchy bite. Only taking about 15 minutes to prepare ahead of baking, the carrot cake is then baked in an oven for just under an hour meaning you can get on with whatever … Read more
