Rhubarb Spiced Cake A deliciously moist cake with mixed spice, ginger and some seasonal English Rhubarb. This is perfect as an afternoon treat with a cup of tea, or serve with lashings of custard as a warming after dinner dessert. Happy Baking!  Serves 12 Ready in 1 hour 20 minutes  Ingredients 140g butter, softened, plus extra for greasing 300g self-raising flour 2 tsp mixed spice 1 tsp ground ginger 100g dark muscovado sugar 250g golden syrup 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda 2 eggs, beaten 300g rhubarb, cut into short lengths Icing sugar, for dusting Method Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas...

Rhubarb Crumble Have you spotted our beautifully pink English Rhubarb at Becketts Greengrocers? Treat yourself to some and make this irresistible Rhubarb crumble. Serve with your choice of custard, cream or ice cream. Tag @beckettsfarm with your creations. Serves 4 Ready in 1 hour 15 minutes Ingredients 500g rhubarb, chopped into chunks the length of your thumb 100g golden caster sugar For the crumble topping 140g self-raising flour 85g butter, chilled 50g light brown muscovado sugar 50g chopped walnuts Method Place the rhubarb into a saucepan with the sugar. Cover and simmer on a very low heat for 15 mins,...

Chicken, Leek and Mushroom Pies Beat the Winter chill with these delicious Chicken, Leek and Mushroom pies. This recipe is suitable for freezing and the pies can be cooked from frozen. Find this recipe online at beckettsfarm.co.uk and don’t forget to tag @beckettsfarm in your creations. Ready in 1 hour 20 minutes Serves 6 people Ingredients Olive oil Skinless chicken thigh fillets 6, cut into chunks Leeks 3 large, sliced Chestnut mushrooms 20, halved Butter 100g Plain flour 100g, plus more for dusting Milk 800ml Dijon mustard 1 heaped tbsp Puff pastry 400g Method Heat 1 tbsp of oil in...

Leek and Bacon Cheese Pasta This delicious Leek and Bacon Cheese Pasta recipe is easy and quick to make, which is perfect for a midweek evening meal. This creamy, comforting dish can be enjoyed by all the family. English Leeks are available to purchase from Becketts Greengrocers. Serves 4 Ready in 30 minutes Ingredients  1 tbsp olive oil 300g leek, halved and finely sliced 8 rashers smoked streaky bacon, sliced 400g pasta shapes 100g herb & garlic soft cheese  Method  Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan. Add the leeks and 2 tbsp water, and cook for about...

Beetroot Risotto  Did you know Beetroot is low in fat, full of vitamins and minerals and packed with powerful antioxidants? This Beetroot Risotto recipe is quick and easy to make and is perfect for a mid-week evening meal. Pick up a recipe card in store or find it online at beckettsfarm.co.uk. Ready in 1 hour 15 mins Serves 4 Ingredients  500g fresh beetroot 2 tbsp olive oil Knob of butter 1 onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 250g risotto rice 150ml white wine 700ml hot vegetable stock A handful grated Parmesan  4 tbsp soured cream A handful chopped...

Beetroot Brownie  Is chocolate brownie one of your favourites? How about adding a slight twist to your next bake, by adding some fresh beetroot to the recipe. With around half the fat of regular brownies these are a slightly less of a guilty pleasure but still taste delicious! Happy Baking! Ready in 1 hour plus cooling Makes 15 – 20 portions Ingredients  500g whole raw beetroot (3-4 medium beets) 100g unsalted butter, plus extra for the tin 200g bar plain chocolate (70% cocoa) 1 tsp vanilla extract 250g golden caster sugar 3 eggs 100g plain flour 25g cocoa powder Method...

Kale Pesto Have you ever tried making your own pesto sauce? This quick and easy recipes uses Kale in replace of Basil and it is delicious. Simply make the pesto recipe and mix with hot spaghetti or linguine for a simple yet tasty meal. Makes 10 – 12 portions Ready in 10 minutes  Ingredients 85g pine nut, toasted 85g parmesan (or vegetarian alternative), coarsely grated, plus extra to serve (optional) 3 garlic cloves 75ml extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra to serve 75ml olive oil 85g kale Juice 1 lemon Spaghetti or linguine, to serve Method Put the pine nuts, Parmesan,...