Make the most of autumn’s seasonal ingredients with these ideas to help you cook up a storm during October. Featuring pork shoulder, harissa chicken, and beef brisket – all available from Lakings of Louth.
October is the month when the land gives generously, and we get to cook the kind of meals that warm the kitchen, and the soul. Whether you’re craving roasted meats, earthy vegetables, or easy tray bakes, Lakings of Louth has everything you need to eat well this autumn.
Roast Pork Shoulder and Root Veg
Start with a joint of Lincolnshire-reared pork shoulder, slowly roasted until crisp on the outside and tender inside. Add a tray of carrots, parsnips, red onion, and sweet potatoes, drizzled with oil and fresh rosemary. Simple, satisfying, and perfect for a Sunday.
Try Rosie’s Fragrant Roast Pork Shoulder recipe.
Chicken and Pumpkin Tray Bake
For a midweek winner, try marinated chicken with harissa yoghurt. Bake with chunks of pumpkin or squash, garlic, and cherry tomatoes. The sweet veg complements the spiced chicken beautifully, and everything cooks in one pan.
Don’t fancy chicken and pumpkin? Try Rosie’s Coq Au Vin Blanc recipe.
Braised Brisket with Butternut Squash
There’s nothing quite like slow-cooked beef in autumn. Try our beef brisket joint, gently braised with onions, garlic, red wine, and chunks of butternut squash. Serve with mashed potatoes for a dish that practically hugs you back.
If brisket isn’t your cut, try Rosie’s Braised Beef with Cheese and Horseradish Cobblers.
Plan ahead
Make the most of batch cooking – double up on brisket or chicken, and freeze extra portions. Lakings’ marinade kits and meat boxes are ideal for making seasonal cooking simple.
Stock your fridge with the best of October – browse our seasonal meats and prepared favourites here.
