Author: Beth Crump (Beth Crump)

If you’re looking for a fun afternoon activity with the kids this half term, why not try these easy, buttery shortbread biscuits? You’ll only need a handful of everyday ingredients to make them! Add chocolate chips and orange zest for a flavoursome twist or omit these ingredients to create a classic shortbread. Let your little...

Gently spiced, this flavoursome chilli roast chicken makes a great mid-week meal and can be served in many different ways. We suggest serving with our one-pot spicy rice for a deliciously hearty evening meal. Keep any leftover chicken to pop in a pitta with salad for lunch the following day. Pick up a free-range chicken...

Sweet and indulgent, these guilt-free beetroot chocolate brownies contain less than half the amount of sugar that ordinary brownies do! This healthier alternative still has an intense chocolate flavour and a fudgy centre, so you’d never guess they contain beetroot! Serve as a pudding with ice cream or on their own at teatime. Ready in: 1...

This traditional beef casserole is filled with chunky root vegetables and rich gravy. Stewing steak can sometimes be tough, so slow cooking this dish guarantees a tender finish on the beef. This comforting dinner may seem rich but it’s actually quite healthy, especially when served with hearty kale and mashed potato. You can even keep...

Ordinary mashed potato is a firm family comfort food favourite, so this extra tasty leek, Cheddar and parsley mashed potato is sure to impress! This moreish side dish is ideal for enjoying with a roast dinner or hearty stew. You could even keep any leftovers to re-heat for lunch the following day. Ready in: 45 minutes...

This healthy homemade winter vegetable soup is ideal for enjoying when it’s cold outside. Not only is it delicious, but it’s packed with immunity-supporting vitamin C and four of your 5-a-day! Serve with homemade croutons or a slice of Becketts’ bakery granary bread. You’ll find most of the fresh vegetables you need at our Greengrocers....