It’s British Tomato Fortnight, so why not make use of the humble ingredient in this delicious chicken and tomato orzo salad. It really will become your go-to meal this summer. It’s a quick, easy and colourful dish which champions fresh British tomatoes as one of the staple ingredients. Enjoy for dinner in the garden then pack up the leftovers for lunch the next day. The tomatoes that you’ll find here at Becketts don’t travel far to get to us. Our tomatoes are grown just down the road in Evesham by R&L Holt. As well as being both tasty and versatile,...

Up your sandwich game this British Sandwich Week by trying out our recipe for this ultimate steak and caramelised onion sandwich. Pick up a loaf of Becketts’ Bakery bloomer bread and generously fill with tender beef steak, caramelised onions, mustard, lettuce and tomato. This mouth-watering sandwich makes a brilliant lunchtime treat or mid-week evening meal. Ready in: 1 hour 15 minutes Makes: 2 sandwiches Ingredients 300 – 350g beef steak, we recommend sirloin Salt and pepper 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 tomato, thickly sliced Lettuce or rocket, to garnish 4 tsp Mrs Darlington’s English Mustard Becketts’ Bakery loaf of your choice,...

What better way to use our ingredient of the week than a delicious Lemon & Blueberry Eton Mess. This twist on the classic is a muddle of sweetened whipped cream, fresh blueberries, lemon curd and of course some crushed Lemon Drizzle Meringue Clouds from Flower & White. Don’t forget to share your creations with us! Quick to whip up, and enjoy in the sunshine! Serves: 6 Assemble in: 10 minutes Ingredients 300g blueberries 1 tbsp granulated sugar 2 tbsp water 2 tbsp icing sugar Zest of 1 small lemon 450ml double cream 2 Lemon Drizzle Meringue Clouds (Flower & White,...

As the sun begins to shine, here is our take on a classic Nicoise salad. Instead of using green beans, it uses fresh asparagus which has just come into season. Quail eggs might not be an ingredient you’re familiar with but are perfect for pairing with this tasty salad. If you’d rather use hen eggs, cook for a little longer in the boiling water. British asparagus is now on sale at our Greengrocers. Ready in: 30 minutes Serves: 2 Ingredients 50g new potatoes 6 quail eggs 125g asparagus, woody ends removed 185g can tuna, drained and flaked into large chunks 8 cherry...

Perfect for a quick and tasty mid-week meal, these garlic chicken and bacon loaded potato skins are sure to be a hit with the whole family. For best results, use The Garlic Farm’s garlic mayonnaise. Serve with a side salad and a dollop of garlic mayonnaise, if you wish. The Garlic Farm have been growing garlic on their farm on the Isle of Wight for over 60 years. Being a family-run business, their products are lovingly made using home-grown garlic, giving them authentic flavour. Their toasted garlic mayonnaise is like no other, smooth, rich and creamy. Pick up a jar...

These pork and mustard Scotch eggs offer a tasty twist on the classic recipe and pair wonderfully with mature Cheddar cheese and piccalilli. Use Tracklements strong English mustard from our Farm Shop to add a fiery kick to this delicious snack. Did you know? Despite their name, Scotch eggs actually originated in Yorkshire, making them an English delicacy, which is perfect for celebrating St George’s Day this week. Ready in: 1 hour 15 minutes Makes: 4 Ingredients 4 eggs, plus 1 egg white 400g Becketts Butchery pork sausages Handful thyme leaves, chopped 1 tbsp chives, snipped 1 tbsp Tracklements strong English mustard...

Make this flavoursome rhubarb and date chutney and serve alongside cold meats, cheeses, pâtés and crackers. We think it pairs wonderfully with Becketts Deli gammon ham and Worcester Gold Cheddar. Why not give it a try in a sandwich? Made in advance, this chutney can be stored unopened in a cool, dark place for up to 3 months. Perfect for getting ahead with the summer picnic prep! Pick up British rhubarb from our Greengrocers. Ready in: 1 hour 10 minutes Makes: 2.25kg Ingredients 50g fresh root ginger, grated 300ml red wine vinegar 500g eating apples, peeled and finely chopped 200g pitted dates,...

This quick and simple sausage pasta bake makes an ideal mid-week meal. Use Becketts Butchery sweet chilli sausages for extra tastiness. You can even prepare it in advance and pop it in the freezer, or up the quantities and enjoy the leftovers for lunch the following day. Ready in: 2 hours Serves: 4 Ingredients 400g rigatoni or penne 125g ball mozzarella, chopped For the ragu 2 tbsp olive oil 6 Becketts Butchers Chilli and Leek sausages 4 garlic cloves, sliced Pinch of chilli flakes 1 tbsp tomato puree 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes For the white...

With the Easter holidays looming, we have put together two great recipes that you can bake at home as a family. Find the recipes below and don’t forget to tag us in your creations on Facebook and Instagram! Use #beckettseasterbaking so that we can see your goodies! Bunny Cupcakes Make these cute bunny cupcakes for your Easter celebrations. They’re ideal for parties, gifting or simply enjoying together as a family. Light sponge cupcakes are topped with a creamy frosting and fondant icing bunnies. They’re quick and easy to make and the children can get involved in making them too. You...

Coffee and cake lovers, rejoice! This weeks’ recipe puts a luxurious twist on a traditional coffee cake to celebrate St Patrick’s Day. Use Little’s Irish Cream instant coffee to create a rich and tasty sponge cake and sandwich between a decadent Irish Cream frosting for a real masterpiece. Pick up a jar of Little’s coffee in our Farm Shop. Ready in: 1 hour Cuts into: 8 – 10 slices Ingredients 175ml vegetable oil, plus a little extra for the tins 2 eggs, beaten 175ml buttermilk 170ml black coffee, made using 2tbsp Little’s Irish Cream coffee granules and cooled 350g plain flour 2...

This simple but delicious lemon and blueberry loaf cake is a great way of capturing the first taste of springtime and made using Cottage Delight’s classic lemon curd. Children can get involved with the baking too, making a perfect pudding for Mother’s Day this coming Sunday 10th March. Serve alongside some extra curd or yogurt for a refreshing sweet treat. Pick up a jar of Cottage Delight’s classic lemon curd in our Farm Shop.  Ready in: 1 hour 30 minutes Cuts into: 8 slices Ingredients 175g softened butter, plus extra for greasing 100ml Greek yogurt 2 tbsp Cottage Delight classic lemon curd...

Rarebit is a simple but very delicious dish which takes classic cheese on toast to a whole new level. It is toasted bread covered in a mixture of melted cheddar cheese, mustard, spices and ale. Rarebit has been popular since the 1500s. In Welsh, it is ‘caws pobi’, which translates as toasted cheese. Pick up a truckle of Snowdonia Black Bomber Cheese with a Becketts Bakery bloomer loaf and make this speedy lunch or suppertime treat! Ready in: 30 mins Serves: 2 Ingredients 100ml ale 25g unsalted butter 25g plain flour 140g Snowdonia Cheese, coarsely grated ½ tsp English mustard...