Strawberry rose Eton mess

• shop-bought meringue

  nests

• double cream↗600ml ml
• rosewater tbsp

  or to taste (it varies in strength so taste as you go)

• strawberries↗500g g

  hulled and quartered

• rose↗

  petals (from the garden, not the florist), to serve (optional)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, break up the meringues into bite-size pieces.

2. 2

   Whip the cream until it holds its shape, but take care not to over-beat, then whisk in the rose water.

3. 3

   Just before serving, fold the crushed meringue and cream together. Stir through the strawberries, leaving a few to garnish. Alternatively, make layers of meringue mixture and strawberries in a tall glass bowl or in individual tall wine or dessert glasses. Finish with rose petals scattered on top, if you like.