What better way to celebrate pumpkin season on an autumn evening than with a warming roasted pumpkin soup. With a small kick of chilli and coriander, this soup is definitely going to take the chill out the air. Grab your pumpkin from our Farm Shop, as well as a loaf of Becketts Bakery crusty bread to serve. Ready in: 105 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients 1.5kg pumpkin Olive oil 1 tsp dried chilli 1 tbsp coriander seeds 1 large onion 3 cloves garlic 1 carrot 1 stick of celery 1 litre hot vegetable stock Method Preheat your oven to 170C. Cut the pumpkin...

We love this carrot cake with a twist of banana and dates. The classic carrot cake came around over 100 years ago and continues to be a delicious treat for many. It became popular as it was considered being healthy! Our recipe may seem otherwise, but we still think it is a very yummy cake to enjoy. It combines all the traditional qualities of a carrot cake – gently spiced with cinnamon and a cream cheese frosting – with a delicate hint of banana and rich dates. Ready in: 75 minutes Serves: 6-8 people Ingredients 200g wholemeal flour 1.5 tsp cinnamon 2.5...

The 9th October marks Beer and Pizza Day, a national celebration that we think needs marking! Pizza and beer are such a winning combination, especially lager, which has a hoppy, bitter edge with a touch of sweetness. It is best matched with salty foods, like pizza! If you’re looking for a quick, easy and totally delicious pizza, why not try our recipe for GIANT naan bread pizza. We’ve been serving these up in the office for lunch this week and we just can’t get over how well it works. Using the giant naan breads by the Leicester Handmade Naan Bakery...

A traditional vegetable stew is a classic in British households when the colder evenings arrive. This heart-warming stew is a take on the classic meat version but is vegetarian friendly. The delicious vegetable stew is super easy to prep and is sure to be a winner at the table for all the family. Why not try preparing in advance at the weekend and using is a mid-week meal when you need inspiration? You will find most of your ingredients within our Farm Shop, especially the lovely vegetables included. Ready in: 90 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients 500g potatoes 1 small-med turnip 2...

Now Autumn if officially here, this super easy Plum and White Chocolate Crumble is sure to bring a smile to your face on a chilly day. A combination of a yummy fruit filling and an extra sweet white chocolate bonus in the crumble topping. The crumble is a comforting classic pudding, which tastes delicious made with the seasonal British plums that are available in our Greengrocers. You can always adapt the recipe by using other seasonal fruit, which is always available from our Farm Shop.  Ready in: 45 minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients For the filling 750g Plums, halved and destoned 50g...

A traditional British pudding, typically made with raspberry jam, the Queen of Puddings consists of tasty bread, gooey jam and moreish meringue layers. It is easily adapted to use any seasonal fruit you like. This recipe is set to become the new go-to family favourite. Don’t forget to pick up your English Plums from our greengrocers. Ready in: 90 minutes Serves:  8 Ingredients 40g butter, plus extra for greasing 450ml whole milk 150g fresh white breadcrumbs 3 medium eggs, separated 225g caster sugar ½ tsp vanilla extract 150g plum jam 225g plums – halved, destoned and gently poached Finely grated...

Have you got your slow-cooker out yet? Be sure to dust off the lids for this delicious Beef Goulash recipe. Enjoy fall-apart beef, tomatoes and peppers in a creamy, rich stew. This easy slow-cooker recipe is sure to be a firm, family favourite. Don’t forget to pick up some freshly baked Becketts Bakery crusty bread to dip in the rich, creamy sauce. Ready in: 7.5 hours Serves: 8 Ingredients 3 tbsp olive oil 2kg Becketts Butchery braising or stewing steak, cut into chunks 2 large onions, finely chopped 4 mixed peppers, cut into 4cm chunks 3 garlic cloves, crushed 2...

British Raspberries are available from our Greengrocers and what better way to enjoy them, than in a delicious Victoria sponge. Follow this simple recipe to get a classic jam and fresh cream Victoria sponge that is lighter than air. Tag @beckettsfarm in your creations. Serves: 8-10 Ready in: 70 minutes Ingredients Salted butter 200g, softened, plus a little for the tins Golden caster sugar 200g Eggs 4 large, room temperature Self-raising flour 200g Vanilla extract 3/4 tsp Baking powder 1 tsp Whole milk a splash (if needed) For the filling Double cream 300ml Icing sugar 1 tbsp, plus extra to...

Calling all children, this one is for you! Enjoy baking these delicious strawberry cupcakes for the whole family to enjoy. What better way to enjoy your British strawberries then by adding them into these sweet cupcakes topped with pink fluffy icing, more British strawberries and lots of sprinkles. Have lots of fun! Makes: 12 Ready in: 50 minutes Ingredients 175g self-raising flour 115g caster sugar 2 eggs 100g Greek yogurt 115g butter, melted and cooled slightly 100g strawberries, hulled and finely chopped For the icing 300g icing sugar, sifted 150g butter, softened 2tbsp milk 1tsp vanilla extract Pink food colouring...

Have you spotted the juicy, red Evesham tomatoes on our Greengrocers counter? They are delicious and so is this recipe! This easy, sticky onion, goats cheese and tomato tart recipe is perfectly paired with a side salad as a lunch option. Or you could make it more of a main by adding some roasted new potatoes. Ready in; 1hr 20 Serves; 4 Ingredients 375g block all butter puff pastry 1 batch of sticky onions, see below for onion recipe and method 4 x 50g rounds of goat’s cheese, sliced 325g Evesham cherry tomatoes, halved 1 egg beaten 4 thyme sprigs...

This Asparagus and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken recipe is so delicious and is the perfect mid-week meal for the whole family to enjoy. Serve with buttery new potatoes and seasonal vegetables for a healthy, balanced meal. Serves; 4 Ready in; 40 minutes Ingredients 4 boneless skinless Becketts chicken breasts 1 tsp. dried oregano 1/2 tsp. garlic powder Freshly ground salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 slices mozzarella Zest of 1 lemon Pinch red pepper flakes 16 pieces of English asparagus available from Becketts Greengrocers (4 pieces in each chicken breast) 2 tbsp. Extra-virgin olive oil, for pan Lemon wedges, for serving...

It is National Vegetarian Week between 10th – 16th May and so we thought we’d share a veggie recipe from our cookery school archives. You could be fooled into thinking that these are just a cheese and onion roll, but trust us… The inspiration for the seasoning comes straight from a traditional herb and spice blend for sausage making. Makes: 24 Cooks in: 30 mins Ingredients Ready to roll puff pastry block 275g fresh breadcrumbs 225g grated Fowlers Mature Cheddar 1 large onion, grated 3 tbsp thick double cream 1 tsp freshly chopped parsley 1 tsp freshly chopped sage Pinch...