Celebrates the best of British

Celebrate the best of British

Recipes

Indulge in British food! Seek out in-season fruits and vegetables, quality British meat and some of our country's fabulous cheeses and dairy produce when you are out shopping and use these to create delicious meals at home. What about trying some of our most traditional dishes, such as Shepherd's Pie or Apple Crumble, and giving them a modern twist?!

If you have children, consider involving them in the preparation of the meal - British Food Fortnight is a great opportunity to teach them a few cooking skills as well as an appreciation of the pleasures and health benefits of eating good food.

There are lots of recipe ideas for you to try. Follow the Recipe menu options to find the one that tempts you most!

 
Angels on Horseback - oysters with bacon PDF Print E-mail

Pork and oysters are a common pairing - a pragmatic reality since the two would have been reared in coastal towns alongside each other - although pairing fish and meats in general is rare.

Ingredients:

Oysters

Bacon

Method:

1. Suck your oyster

2. Wrap each one around one slice of bacon.

3. Secure neatly with a cocktail stick to form neat parcels.

4. Lay up over hot coals (or in an oven) and grill for 2-3 minutes, then turn over until the bacon is crisp. Serve immediately.

Recipe from Oyster: A world History by Drew Smith. The book provides a whole array of incredible facts about oysters you never knew before - from pleasure, pearls, politics, piracy and piety to poverty. Book is available from all good bookshops, Amazon.co.uk or www.thehistorypress.co.uk or from Tel: 01235 465577 at Marston Book Services.