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Mary Berry Salmon Pasta Bake

Mary Berry Salmon Pasta Bake
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Mary Berry’s Salmon Pasta Bake is a creamy baked pasta dish layered with salmon, vegetables, pasta, and a velvety white sauce, all finished with a crispy cheese topping. It’s a wholesome, filling meal that requires minimal effort yet delivers maximum comfort. This bake is versatile, allowing for ingredient swaps and additions, making it suitable for families and anyone who enjoys simple but flavourful meals.

Ingredients

Scale

  • 300g pasta (penne or fusilli work best)

  • 400g salmon fillets, skin removed

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 200g spinach or peas

  • 40g butter

  • 40g plain flour

  • 500ml milk

  • 100ml double cream

  • 150g cheddar cheese, grated

  • 50g parmesan cheese, grated

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  • Step 1: Cook the pasta – Bring salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook until just al dente. Drain and set aside.

  • Step 2: Prepare the salmon – Lightly season salmon fillets with salt and pepper, pan-fry for 3–4 minutes each side until just cooked, then flake into chunks.

  • Step 3: Sauté aromatics – In a pan, melt butter, add onions and garlic, and cook until soft and fragrant.

  • Step 4: Make the white sauce – Stir in flour to create a roux, then slowly whisk in milk until smooth. Add cream, simmer until thickened, and season well.

  • Step 5: Combine pasta and vegetables – Stir the pasta and spinach/peas into the sauce, coating everything evenly.

  • Step 6: Assemble the bake – Transfer to a baking dish, scatter salmon chunks, and mix lightly. Top with cheddar and parmesan cheese.

  • Step 7: Bake until golden – Place in a preheated oven at 200°C (180°C fan) for 20–25 minutes until bubbling and golden on top.

Find it online: https://maryberrycooks.co.uk/mary-berry-salmon-pasta-bake/