This Bramley apple, ginger and oat crumble is perfect for enjoying on a crisp evening. Tart apples pair wonderfully with warming ginger and cinnamon to create a delicious filling. Top with a golden, buttery oat crumble for a comforting dessert. Serve with your choice of warm custard, ice cream or a generous spoonful of thick cream. Ready in: 1 hour Serves: 6 Ingredients For the filling 750g Bramley apples 50g light brown soft sugar 2 tbsp water 2 tbsp stem ginger, finely chopped ½ tsp ground cinnamon Zest of ½ lemon For the crumble topping 100g plain flour 75g cold unsalted butter,...

This wonderfully moreish beef, ale and mustard pie puts a little twist on the classic steak pie. Made with British ale, wholegrain mustard and caramelised onions, this pie is full of flavour. Serve with green beans and rich gravy for a wholesome mid-week meal. Ready in: 3 hours 30 minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients 750g stewing steak, cut into pieces. 2 tbsp plain flour 2 tbsp vegetable oil 2 large onions, thinly sliced 3 carrots, peeled and chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped or crushed 1 tbsp tomato puree 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard 500ml ale, we recommend using Windmill Hill Copper Ale 300ml...

This spiced parsnip Shepherd’s pie takes the traditional family favourite to a whole new level. Add warming spices to enhance the flavour of the filling, then top with a parsnip and potato mash. The sweetness of the parsnip pairs wonderfully with the added spice. It’s a great way to mix up comforting classics. Ready in: 1 hour 30 minutes Serves: 4 – 6 Ingredients For the filling 2 tbsp oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed Small knob of ginger, peeled and grated 2 tbsp medium curry powder 500g minced beef or lamb 400g tin of chopped tomatoes 100g frozen...

This plum torte is a moreish, buttery cake topped with sweet plum halves that sink and turn jammy as it bakes. Finish with a dusting of lemon juice, cinnamon and sugar for a delicate, crunchy topping. Made mostly with store-cupboard essentials, it’s a great bake to enjoy as the seasons change from summer to autumn. Serve warm or at room temperature, plain or with a dollop of cream or ice cream. Ready in: 1 hour 15 minutes Serves: 8 Ingredients 115g unsalted butter, softened 150g granulated sugar, plus around 2-3 tbsp extra for the topping 125g plain flour 1 tsp baking powder...

This cinnamon, chocolate and banana cake is super easy to make and is delicious to snack on! Combine traditional banana cake with sweet chocolate chips and a warming cinnamon paste for a truly delicious bake. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the fridge for up to 1 week. Warm a piece in the microwave for 15 seconds and enjoy with a cup of tea. Ready in: 1 hour 30 minutes Serves: 12 Ingredients 3 large ripe bananas 2 medium eggs 80ml olive oil 60g runny honey 100g 0% fat Greek-style yoghurt 1 tsp...

These courgette and feta fritters are quick and easy to make in the air fryer. Serve with poached eggs for brunch or add to your picnic basket, along with a homemade lemon yoghurt dip. Very tasty, they’re sure to be a firm favourite with the family. Ready in: 1 hour Serves: 8 Ingredients 3 courgettes, approximately 650g 75g feta 4 spring onions, finely sliced 15g parsley, finely chopped 10g dill, finely chopped 25g plain flour 1 egg 50g breadcrumbs Vegetable oil, for air frying For the yoghurt 300g natural yoghurt 1 lemon juice 2 garlic cloves Salt and pepper, to season Handful...

The flavours of a classic cream tea inspire these strawberry and cream blondies. Perfect for serving at an afternoon tea, enjoy at room temperature or chill for a fudgier texture. Made with juicy strawberries, white chocolate, and clotted cream, they’re deliciously sweet and moreish. Ready in: 1 hour 30 minutes Serves: 12 Ingredients 200g butter 200g light brown sugar 100g caster sugar 200g white chocolate chips, or chopped into small chunks 3 eggs 1 tsp vanilla bean paste 275g plain flour 50g clotted cream For the compote 200g strawberries, hulled and halved 75g caster sugar 1 tsp lemon juice Method 1. First,...

If you’re looking to make a summer dessert to impress the guests, this strawberry Eton mess cheesecake is sure to do just that. Sweet and indulgent, topped with meringue and juicy strawberries, it’s perfect for serving at a summer dinner party, BBQ or special occasion. Pick up a punnet of British strawberries from our Greengrocers. Ready in: 30 minutes plus at least 5 hours chilling time Serves: 8 – 10 Ingredients 100g butter, plus extra for the tin 200g digestive biscuits 375g mascarpone 420g full-fat cream cheese 150g icing sugar, plus extra for the strawberries 1 vanilla pod, seeds scraped and pod...

Sweet and moreish, these carrot cake flapjacks are perfect for enjoying on the go. Make a batch and pack them into your picnic basket for pudding. Filled with nuts, seeds and dried fruit, they’ll be sure to keep you going. Being easy to make, you can even get the little ones involved! Once made, keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Ready in: 1 hour + chilling time Makes: 12 Ingredients 170g butter, cubed 200g dates, pitted and roughly chopped 250g honey 2 large carrots, grated 300g rolled oats 100g dried cranberries 150g dried apricots, chopped 70g walnuts, chopped 70g...

This cherry tomato and chilli orzo is filling and full of flavour. Filled with locally grown tomatoes and mushrooms and a gentle kick of chilli, it’s sure to become a family favourite. Enjoy on its own, or add some protein such as prawns, chicken or chorizo. Finish with a sprinkling of fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese. Switch the Parmesan cheese to a vegetarian alternative to make the dish vegetarian-friendly. Ready in: Under 1 hours Serves: 4 Ingredients 350g dried orzo 500g cherry tomatoes 4 garlic cloves 2 red chillies 100g Parmesan cheese 250g mushrooms 800ml vegetable stock 125g crème fraiche A few...

This British Sandwich Week, why not try our recipe for this delightful Ploughman’s sandwich? Inspired by the traditional lunch, this tasty sandwich perfectly blends sweet and savoury flavours. Fill a Becketts’ bakery crusty baguette with gammon ham, Cheddar cheese, pickles and mustard mayonnaise. You’ll find all the ingredients you need for this moreish sandwich in our Farm Shop! Ready in: 15 minutes Serves: 1 Ingredients Becketts’ Bakery crusty baguette 2 tbsp mayonnaise 1 tsp wholegrain mustard Half a small Braeburn apple 3 slices of Becketts’ Deli gammon ham 50g Cheddar cheese – we recommend Worcestershire Gold or Black Bomber, both available from...

This asparagus, broccoli and salmon quiche is perfect for enjoying this spring. Combine tender asparagus and broccoli florets with hot smoked salmon for a rich and flavoursome filling, enhanced with fresh dill and spring onions. The wholemeal pastry case gives extra flavour too. It can be served warm or cold, so it’s ideal for preparing for dinner or a picnic! Ready in: 1 hour 30 minutes Serves: 6 – 8 Ingredients For the pastry 80g vegetable spread, plus extra for greasing 200g wholemeal flour, plus extra for dusting 1 tsp salt For the filling 150g broccoli, cut into 2cm florets 150g asparagus,...