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Christmas Eccles Cakes

Christmas Eccles Cakes

Want to make the most of any leftover Christmas Pudding? These Christmas Eccles Cakes are easy to make and ensure

MasterChef
News

BM’s Catrin featured on MasterChef

We’re so proud of BM head chef Catrin Rehnström-Hymer, who was recently featured on BBC One’s MasterChef: The Professionals! Catrin

leek wellington

Leek and Aged Parmesan Wellington

Leeks are an often forgotten and under-appreciated member of the allium family. At times their delicate flavour can be ruined

A scoop of brandy butter ice cream in a bowl

Brandy Butter Ice Cream

Method Melt your butter in a pan on a high heat till it starts to brown, then leave to cool

Christmas Pies in the style of the McDonalds Apple Pie

McDonald’s Fakeaway Christmas Pie

Method Mash up a Christmas pudding with your hands Cut a store bought puff pastry sheet into 6 rectangles Place

Hot Buttered rum

Hot Buttered Rum

Great for a post walk warm up, this hot buttered rum is a twist on the traditional Hot Toddy. Method

Hasselback Butternut Squash - plant based

HASSELBACK BUTTERNUT SQUASH WITH SMOKED ALMONDS, SAGE AND RAISINS

If you’re looking for a lovely vegetarian showstopper to enjoy this easter, this fabulous recipe for Hasselback Butternut Squash with

Christmas Day Gravy

Christmas Day Gravy

A lovely gravy is the absolute must to go with your turkey. But how do you make the perfect Christmas

Panettone

Panettone

Panettone is an Italian type of sweet bread originally from Milan. Method Grease a panettone tin or a 20cm deep

roast potatoes

The Perfect Roast Potatoes

I’ve always considered roast potatoes to be an essential element of a roast dinner and have tried many different methods

Christmas pudding crumble tart

Christmas pudding crumble tart

Not sure what to do with the left over Christmas Pudding? This Christmas Pudding Crumble Tart makes a delicious warm

Maple glazed tofu with balsamic red cabbage and cranberries

Maple glazed tofu with balsamic red cabbage and cranberries

METHOD Press tofu to drain excess moisture: line a baking tray with kitchen paper and place tofu on top. Cover

Mincemeat

Mincemeat

Method Mix all the ingredients together (use only half the brandy) in a large deep baking tray. Cover and leave

sugar
Blog

How to combat the sugar induced slump

In a world filled with tempting sweet treats and sugary indulgences, it’s no wonder that sugar has become a prevalent

Leftover Turkey Sandwich with Bacon and Coffee Jam

Leftover Turkey Sandwich with Bacon and Coffee Jam

Leftover Turkey? Here’s Pete’s idea for a delicious ‘leftover turkey’ sandwich with bacon and coffee jam Method Fry the bacon

Christmas Pudding

Christmas Pudding

1. Soak the breadcrumbs in the stout. 2. Add the eggs, sunflower oil and sugar and mix together. 3. Add

International Men’s Day
Blog

International Men’s Day

It’s that time of year, where men get their steaks and a nice spot in front of the tv! But

BM Journeys - Murray Soper
Blog

Welcome to BM journeys with Murray Soper

Growth and leadership for Murray Murray’s journey from Events Assistant to Head of People and Culture at BM demonstrates our

Order of St George
News

Almost £50,000 raised for Ukraine

We have raised almost £50,000 in aid of the Order of St George’s works in Ukraine through a second fundraising

food
Blog

Food Is always at the centre

We recently held our AGM, which is one of my favourite times of the year. It gives us the chance

brine turkey - Christmas dinner countdown

Black Tea Brine Turkey

Brining was originally used for food preservation in the pre-refrigeration era. Brining allows the turkey to absorb extra moisture, which

people
Blog

It’s all about our people and outstanding food

Twice a year we gather together our #bmFamily💜💚 team members.  Ian Mitchell and myself love to go, and really enjoy

Spooky Pears

Spooky Pears

Method Place 950mls cold water, vanilla, cinnamon and sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to the boil. Reduce

Dorrianne
News

Dorrianne takes on new role focused on team development and diversity

Dorrianne Casey has been appointed to a newly created role focused on learning and development as well as equality, diversity