Saag Aloo is a traditional Indian side side, made with potatoes, spices and nutritious spinach. It makes an inexpensive yet tasty meal and can be served as a main or side dish. Enjoy this Saag Aloo with your favourite curry or as a main dish with rice for a filling lunch/dinner. This recipe is already packed full of flavour but you could add some red chilli for an extra kick. Ready in: 30 minutes Serves: 6 as a side dish Ingredients 1kg potatoes 250g spinach 3 large garlic cloves, crushed 1 onion, sliced 2.5cm piece ginger, finely chopped 2 tbsp vegetable oil...

If you’re looking for a simply yet satisfying dinner, this spinach and ricotta cannelloni is great. This recipe serves 10 people, so is perfect if you are hosting a dinner for friends and family. It is also freezer friendly, so you can freeze the leftovers to enjoy another time. You could even make individual portions to freeze and defrost for quick yet delicious mid-week meals. Ready in: 90 minutes Serves: 10 Ingredients For the tomato sauce 3 tbsp olive oil 8 garlic cloves 3 tbsp caster sugar 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 4 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes Small bunch of basil...

Enjoy this recipe for the ultimate homemade burgers. Get the kids to help make these tasty burgers for a fun yet simple afternoon activity.  You could cook and enjoy these tasty burgers straight away or make and freeze them for a sunny barbeque day. Don’t forget to visit our Farm Shop for an amazing range of relishes and sauces. From luxury, traditional condiments to something a little different, there’s something for all to enjoy. Ready in: 40 minutes Serves: 8 Ingredients For the burgers 1kg beef mince 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped 1 dill pickle gherkin, finely chopped...

Make the most out of the English asparagus season with our delicious recipe for an asparagus tart. This fantastic spring vegetable isn’t around for long, so enjoy it while you can. This tasty tart can be served hot or cold, so is perfect for sharing at picnics or in your office packed lunch with a dressed side salad. Top tip: Use Black Bomber Cheddar from our Delicatessen for an extra tasty treat. Ready in: 35 minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients 375g puff pastry 150g English asparagus 2 medium eggs 250ml double cream 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 40g grated Gruyere 40g grated Cheddar 6...

As the sun begins to shine, here is our recipe for a delicious asparagus and tuna salad. It is a take on a classic Niçoise salad. Instead of using green beans it uses fresh asparagus, which has just come into season. British asparagus is on sale at our Greengrocers. Quail eggs might not be an ingredient you’re familiar with, but these are also on sale at our Greengrocers. If you’d rather use hens eggs, cook for a little longer in the boiling water. Ready in: 30 minutes Serves: 2 Ingredients 8 new potatoes 6 quail eggs 125g asparagus, woody ends removed 185g...

Despite its popularity in sweet puddings and desserts, rhubarb lends itself really well to savoury dishes too. Try this recipe for a lightly spiced chicken tagine cooked in the slow cooker with rhubarb. The tart, fruity flavour of rhubarb matches these middle eastern flavours superbly. Serves: 4 Ready in: 4hrs 30mins Ingredients 1.15kg chicken thighs & drumsticks 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced A thumb of ginger, peeled and cut into matchsticks 2 carrots, peeled and sliced 240g rhubarb, cut into 2cm lengths 1 tbsp mixed spice 1 tsp turmeric 1 tbsp Becketts honey Method Heat 1...

Rhubarb season has officially begun and our latest recipe is a really simple, yet satisfying project for spring. Take a recipe card and pick up the ingredients to make your very own homemade rhubarb gin or vodka, perfect for springtime sipping. It can be decanted into small, pretty bottles for Easter gifting too – chocolate versus gin, now there’s a dilemma! Make sure you check out our range of sodas, tonics, juices and cordials for mixing up delicious cocktails with the finished product. Makes: 2 litres Prep time: 10 mins Ingredients 1kg rhubarb stalks 400g caster sugar 800ml gin or vodka Top Tip –...

A real British classic, this recipe for our Ultimate Shepherd’s Pie is simply delicious. It makes the most out of lots of tasty British vegetables, with a creamy leek and potato topping which we’ve made using our favourite all-rounders, the Wilja variety of potato. Lamb is a fantastic meat full of protein and it’s production helps to shape our countryside. What’s not to love? Ready in: 90 minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients For the meat filling: 400g lamb mince 2 sprigs rosemary, finely chopped 2 medium onions, chopped 400g can of chopped tomatoes 2 celery sticks, finely sliced 2 medium carrots, diced 500ml...

Pancake Day is approaching, so we have put together a delicious Chocolate, Banana and Honey pancakes recipe. These fluffy American style pancakes have a delicious hidden chocolate filling. Topped with caramelised banana, Becketts Farm honey and toasted hazelnuts, they make an indulgent Pancake Day treat. The pancake toppings can be adapted to whatever you may fancy. Why not try our banana curd or mixed berries from our Greengrocers and clotted cream. Ready in: 60 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients 200g self-raising flour 200ml milk 25g melted butter, plus a little extra for cooking 3 large eggs 3 tbsp golden caster sugar 2 large...

This may be hard to believe, but these cabbage hash browns really do taste just like the original potato hash brown. This simple recipe contains cabbage, eggs, onion and seasoning for a quick and easy addition to your morning breakfast. Why not give it a try today! You can find other breakfast essentials from our Farm Shop. Ready in: 25 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients 200g Savoy cabbage 2 large eggs ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp salt Freshly ground black pepper A small onion 1 tbsp vegetable oil Method 1. In a large mixing bowl, using an electric whisk, mix the eggs,...

These cabbage roll enchiladas are packed full of flavour. With a spicy beef filling, they are perfect for something a little different on the menu. Using cabbage leaves instead of tortilla rolls, these enchiladas are a lot lighter and gluten free. The beef can also be substituted for a vegetarian alternative, if you wish. You will find British cabbage in our Greengrocers. Ready in: 60 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients 500g steak mince 400g chopped tomatoes 2 x 400g tins black beans, undrained 150g bio yogurt 25g mature Cheddar, grated 12 Savoy cabbage leaves 3 garlic cloves, finely grated 2 tbsp tomato puree...

These carrot pakoras are an ideal way to use up any leftover carrots in your fridge. They are a delicious snack which are mildly spicy and have a hint of sweetness. Pakoras are an ideal side when having a family feast. They will keep for up to 4 days in the fridge, so also make an ideal afternoon snack. Ready in: 30 minutes Makes: 8 small pakoras Ingredients 3 medium carrots, grated 2 small onions, finely sliced 100g cornflour 25g coriander, roughly chopped An egg, beaten 1 tsp ground turmeric 1 tsp cumin seeds Sunflower oil A pinch of chilli powder (optional)...