Testing 4 Viral Recipes: Meghan Markle Pasta, Cheese Mats & Cheeky Honey Toast
This week I’m diving headfirst into some of the most viral recipes online – from royal pasta to a cheese crisp that tried to fight me. It’s part experiment, part taste test, and all in the name of delicious fun. Here’s how they went down… video is above (or here!)
Marry Me Pasta Bites – Crunchy, Quick & Surprisingly Cheesy-Lite
These little bites are a twist on the viral “marry me” pasta – except instead of a creamy sauce, it’s all about crispy sun-dried tomato-coated pasta, air-fried to perfection.
I kept it super simple: three ingredients, a shake in the air fryer, and job done. They came out proper crunchy, but honestly, the Parmesan didn’t come through much. Might as well save the cheese and call them two-ingredient pasta bites.
How to make them:
Cook your pasta, mix it with sun-dried tomato paste and Parmesan (if using), then air fry until golden and crisp. Give them a shake halfway through and cool before eating – they get even crunchier!
Onion Crisp “Cheese Mat” – The Crispy Disaster That Became a Wrap
You’ve probably seen this viral cheese-onion crisp doing the rounds. In theory, it’s simple: melt cheese on a tray, layer in some onions and other bits, bake until golden, and boom – a crispy, snackable sheet.
In practice? My onions were far too thick, and the whole thing collapsed. So, I did what any hungry cook would do – I rolled it up like a wrap. Greasy? Yes. Naughty? Extremely. Worth a go if you’re curious (just slice those onions thin, yeah?).
How to make it:
Line a tray with baking paper, scatter cheese, layer your toppings, and bake until bubbling. Let it cool and firm up, then lift and snap… or roll.
Honey Toast – Golden, Glossy & Outrageously Cheeky
This one is basically dessert disguised as toast – slices of thick brioche slathered in a sweet honey-butter glaze and baked until caramelised.
The outside goes glossy and crisp, almost like brûlée, and the inside stays soft and warm. Just don’t wait too long to eat it – the texture starts to soften after a few hours. Best enjoyed warm, with sticky fingers and no regrets.
How to make it:
Mix your glaze, coat both sides of crustless brioche slices, then bake until caramelised. Let them cool slightly before diving in.
Meghan Markle’s One-Pot Pasta – Green, Creamy & Surprisingly Classy
The original recipe includes Swiss chard and some other greens, but I think you can leave it it out and just use kale and rocket – keeps it simple and still tastes great.
Apparently this is one of Meghan Markle’s go-to pasta dishes, and I can see why. It’s veggie-packed, naturally creamy from the starchy pasta water, and made in just one pot.
The original recipe calls for Swiss chard, but I skipped that and just used kale and rocket. It’s super flexible and ridiculously easy. The lemon zest and garlic bring big flavour, and it’s finished off with fresh basil and a cheeky grating of (vegan) cheese.
How to make it:
Throw your tomatoes, pasta, garlic, lemon zest and seasoning into a big pan. Cover with boiling water, cook for 6 minutes, then stir in the greens and cook uncovered for a couple minutes more. Finish with basil, Parmesan, and a pinch of chilli flakes.
Final Thoughts
Some of these viral recipes were absolute gems (looking at you, honey toast and one-pot pasta), and others… well, let’s just say they were fun to try. The good thing is, even when they fail, they’re usually still edible. If you’ve got a recipe you want me to test next, drop it in the comments or tag me! Oh and if you liked this, you may like my recent attempt at the viral Dubai chocolate bar