James May: Oh Cook! - Season 1 Episode 5

From crumbles and cakes to sticky toffee and bread and butter, puddings are undoubtedly the gastronomic calling card of the UK. James kicks off this sugary half hour with Spotted Dick, an amusingly-named culinary relic that deserves a bit of a revamp. James leaves his Dick to steam for two whole hours and starts work on a Victoria Sponge. A favourite snack of the former monarch, it's been a tea-time staple for over a century. And while it looks deceptively simple, James and Nikki demonstrate the tricks needed to make it perfect every time. Or at the very least this time. After a detour into a speedy Apple Crumble the cake finally emerges from the oven. It's time to whip up the cream and spread the jam for that signature look. As the Spotted Dick nears completion, James cracks on with the homemade custard that will accompany it. The ultimate comfort food.