These summer inspired mango, chilli and lime chicken skewers are ideal for cooking on the barbeque and enjoying under the last of the sunshine. Served with this tasty homemade slaw, this super quick meal will soon become a family favourite. If the weather isn’t on side, these chicken skewers are also great when grilled indoors. Ingredient of the Week: Mrs Darlington’s Mango, Chilli and Lime Ketchup, available from our Farm Shop. Ready in: 1 hour, plus marinating time Serves: 4 Ingredients 3 chicken breasts 1 jar of Mrs Darlington’s mango, chilli and lime ketchup 1 medium red cabbage 3 carrots 1 small...

This vegetable pasta bake is easy to make and is packed full of flavour. The versatile recipe can be adapted for you to include seasonal vegetables all year round. Enjoy this hearty bake as a mid-week meal and save yourself a bowl full for lunch the next day. You can also make and freeze before cooking from frozen on busier days. Ready in: 2 hours Serves: 4 – 6 Ingredients 300g dried pasta 3 tbsp olive oil 1 large aubergine, chopped 1 red onion, finely chopped 2 peppers, sliced 2 courgettes, chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 2 tbsp tomato puree 400g can...

Raspberry and White Chocolate flapjacks are an easy to make traybake, making the most of sweet British berries. The tang of fresh raspberries make a beautiful pairing with sweet white chocolate. These flapjacks are ideal for making and enjoying as a mid-morning snack or family picnic treat. Top tip: Fresh blackberries or blueberries also work well in this recipe as an alternative for raspberries. You will find a great selection of fresh, British berries at our Greengrocers. Ready in: 1.5 hours Makes: 16 flapjacks Ingredients 160g unsalted butter 160g golden syrup 120g light brown muscovado sugar 325g rolled oats 25g pumpkin seeds...

These delicious twice baked potatoes are super easy to make! Baked potatoes stuffed with a cheesy mashed potato and bacon pieces are sure to be a winner with the children. They’re fun to make too! Children can chop, fry, grate and stir their way through this easy-to-follow recipe, with a little help from a grown up. Serve as a main meal, or side dish at a family BBQ. Why not give them go over the summer holidays! Ready in: 1.5 hours Serves: 4 (2 halves each) Ingredients 4 large baking potatoes 1/2 tbsp vegetable oil 1/4 tsp salt 100g streaky bacon,...

This recipe for hot dogs with buttery cider onions uses this week’s star ingredient – Hogan’s Medium Cider. The cider adds a delicious sticky sweetness to the onions, which perfectly accompany your favourite sausages in these tasty hot dogs. Scale up the recipe and prepare a large batch for feeding a crowd at BBQs, they go down a treat on burgers too!   Serves:4 Make in: 40 minutes Ingredients: 30g butter 1 tbsp olive oil 2 finely sliced onions 100ml Hogan’s Medium Cider 1 tbsp light brown soft sugar 1 tbsp cider vinegar 4 sausages 4 Becketts’ Bakery finger rolls...

This decadent banoffee-nut dessert recipe is put together in just 10 minutes, using just a handful of ingredients. You’ll want to make sure you’ve picked up some of the delicious Bennett’s Farm Toffee Ice Cream from our Farm Shop, along with some Caramel Meringue Clouds, available in store too. Then stack the ‘sandwich’ with a speedy, homemade caramel peanut sauce, fresh banana and generous scoops of the real dairy ice cream. Serves: 2 Make in: 10 minutes Ingredients 2 Flower and White Caramel Meringue Clouds 150g ready-made caramel 40g peanut butter 50ml milk Bennetts Farm Toffee Ice Cream 30g salted...

This moreish cherry crumble cake combines two delicious bakes. A light cherry sponge with a buttery crumble topping, perfect for making the most of juicy British cherries when in season. Take a slice in your packed lunch for a sweet treat or enjoy for pudding with a generous helping of ice cream or fresh custard. Ready in: 2 hours Serves: 8 – 10 Ingredients 180 salted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing 220g golden caster sugar 3 large eggs, lightly beaten 250g self-raising flour ½ tsp baking powder 50g ground almonds 80g soured cream 300g fresh British cherries, stoned and halved For...

This quick and simple halloumi burger is great for grilling on the BBQ. Lightly spiced with smoked paprika and black pepper, it pairs wonderfully with Tracklement’s Zingy Burger Sauce. Love it or hate it, halloumi is often referred to as “squeaky cheese” and is best cooked on the grill. These tasty halloumi burgers are ideal for serving to vegetarian guests, or those wanting to try something a little different. Ready in: 25 minutes Makes: 4 burgers Ingredients 4 tbsp olive oil 500g halloumi (Usually two blocks) 50g plain flour 1 tsp smoked paprika Salt and black pepper To serve 4 Becketts’ Bakery...

This sweet and refreshing homemade raspberry lemonade is the perfect drink for sipping under the summer sun. Using fresh British raspberries and lemon slices, this drink will be ready in no time. Although best served immediately, you can store the concentrate in the fridge for up to 5 days, then add the sparkling water and garnish when you’re ready drink. Ready in: 20 minutes Makes: 2 litres Ingredients For the raspberry concentrate Zest of 4 lemons Juice of 4 lemons 200g raspberries 125g caster sugar 350ml water To serve Lemon slices Raspberries A few mint sprigs Ice Sparkling water Method 1. First,...

This tasty Cheddar and Caramelised Onion quiche is a delicious summer bake. It’s perfect for creating all summer long and serving at picnics, afternoon teas or even a mid-week “picky tea”. If serving along, enjoy alongside a crisp salad and a generous helping of coleslaw. Pick up a jar of Mrs Darlington’s Caramelised Onion Chutney and a block of Black Bomber Cheddar from our Farm Shop. Top tip: Instead of making one large quiche, use a 12-hole muffin tin to create mini quiches which are perfect for lunchboxes and eating on the go. Ready in: 1 hour, plus chilling time Serves: 8...

This luxurious strawberry cheesecake is the ultimate summer dessert. Using fresh British strawberries and plenty of white chocolate, one slice of this delicious pud just won’t be enough! It’s perfect for those with a sweet tooth. This cheesecake can easily be made gluten-free by swapping the digestive biscuits for a gluten free alternative. Pop by our Greengrocers to pick up a punnet or two of British strawberries. Ready in: 1 hour, plus overnight to set Serves: 6 – 8 Ingredients 2 tsp sunflower oil 200g digestive biscuits 100g unsalted butter ½ tsp ground cinnamon 100g white chocolate, roughly chopped 400g fresh strawberries,...

This National BBQ Week, these sticky BBQ pork steaks make a delicious yet simple meal. Cooking a pork steak on a BBQ or griddle is one of the best methods around. Not only does it sear in the meats’ natural juices to enhance the flavour, but it creates a perfectly tender texture. Our Butchers counter source lean British pork steaks, which are available to purchase from us 7 days a week. Combine this with a tasty marinade and you’ll find your new favourite BBQ meat. Serve alongside a serving of Becketts’ Deli homemade coleslaw and potato wedges. Ready in: 30 minutes,...