Asparagus and Spring Onion Tart Have you spotted our Evesham English Asparagus in the Greengrocers? This is a delicious seasonal recipe that works perfectly with fresh English Asparagus. Enjoy this light Spring dish with baby potatoes and a side salad. Serves 6 Ready in 35 minutes Ingredients  375g puff pastry 150g fine asparagus spears 2 medium free-range eggs 250ml double cream 1tbsp Dijon mustard 40g grated gruyère 40g grated cheddar 6 spring onions Method  Preheat a baking sheet in the oven to 200°C/fan180°C/gas 6. Roll out a 375g pack puff pastry to line a 27cm x 19cm tart tin. Add...

Lemon Crusted Salmon and Asparagus Brighten up your teatime meal with this lemon crusted salmon, asparagus and new potatoes recipe. This is a delicious light meal which is perfect for those Spring evenings. Eating salmon is perfect for getting omega-3 into your diet. Enjoy. Serves 4 Ready in 30 minutes  Ingredients  400g pack asparagus1 tbsp olive oil4 salmon fillets, about 140g/5oz each, skinned2 lemons50g butter, melted6 tbsp coarse breadcrumb1 tbsp coarsely ground or crushed peppercornSmall bunch of chives, chopped to serve Method  Heat the oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Cook the asparagus in a pan of boiling salted water for...

Squidgy Chocolate Pear Pudding Wondering what to do with your Children during Easter half term? How about baking this yummy squidgy chocolate pear pudding! This hot gooey chocolate pudding goes great with vanilla ice cream or pouring cream. Serves 8 Ready in 60 minutes Ingredients 200g butter, extra for greasing 300g golden caster sugar 4 eggs 75g plain flour 50g cocoa powder 410g tinned pear halves, drained 100g dark chocolate, roughly chopped Cream or ice cream, to serve Method Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Lightly grease a roughly 20 x 30cm shallow ovenproof dish. Put the butter in a...

Chicken, Mushroom and Kale Pie  This easy to make one pot chicken, mushroom and kale pie is the perfect family meal. Enjoy thisdelicious recipe with a side of baby potatoes or chips and seasonal vegetables. This recipe is ready in just under an hour and can be frozen. Enjoy! #wearebecketts #recipeoftheweek Ready in 50 minutes Serves 4  Ingredients  1 tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 3 thyme sprigs, leaves picked 2 garlic cloves, crushed 350g chicken breasts cut into small chunks 250g chestnut mushrooms, sliced 300ml chicken stock 100g crème fraîche 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard 100g kale 2...

Chicken One Pot This delicious Italian inspired Chicken One Pot is easy to make and will be enjoyed by all the family. Using creme fraiche and basil pesto for the sauce adds a different twist to a traditional Chicken One Pot. Pick up a recipe card in store or on our website. Serves 4 – Ready in 1 hour Ingredients  1 tbsp olive oil 8 chicken thighs skin on and bone in 1 onion, sliced 200g streaky bacon, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 2 large spring cabbage, shredded 600ml chicken stock 300g baby new potato 2 tbsp crème fraîche 2 tbsp...

Calzone Have you tried a Calzone yet? How about making your own at home. This hearty and warming folded pizza is a delicious recipe that can be enjoyed by all the family. Treat yourself during this cold weather spell.  Serves 4 Ready in 2.5 hours (includes 2 hours of proving) Ingredients 500g strong white bread flour 1 tsp dried yeast 1 tbsp olive oil Semolina or Polenta, for dusting For the filling 12 slices chorizo 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 200g spring green cabbage 2 balls mozzarella, torn into pieces Small amount of parmesan Method Put the flour, yeast, 1...

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...