Mary Berry has shared a plethora of recipes throughout her career, including many pasta recipes. However, if you’re looking for something quick and easy, the chef's 15-minute pasta recipe is perfect.

It comes together in just four steps and tastes delicious - perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. It’s a crowd pleaser, and will be perfect for a family dinner or a larger party.

The recipe notes said: “This is my standby pasta supper as it is so delicious, so quick, and everyone loves it. Great for everyday or for casual supper parties too. Its base is a creme fraiche pasta sauce, and it’s topped with crispy Parma ham, which gives tons of flavour and great texture.”

This recipe serves six people, but any leftovers will keep in the fridge.

Ingredients

350g penne pasta

Two 80g packs of Parma ham, snipped into small pieces

250g small brown chestnut mushrooms, halved or quartered

200g full-fat creme fraiche

100g Parmesan, grated

Two tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley

Salt and pepper to taste

To serve:

Green salad, optional

Crunchy bread, optional