When the nights draw in and the days get busier, the slow cooker becomes a lifesaver. Affordable cuts, cooked low and slow, transform into rich, tender dishes with very little effort. Without too much thought, a warm and hearty meal will be waiting for you when you get home.
Beef brisket: melt-in-the-mouth goodness
Lakings beef brisket is a perfect candidate for slow cooking. A long, gentle cook allows the marbling to break down, leaving you with meat that falls apart with a fork. Try it with our Braised Beef with Cheese and Horseradish Cobblers recipe for a comforting family meal.
Oxtail stew: rich and hearty
Affordable, full of flavour, and ideal for the slow cooker, our Oxtail makes a warming stew that’s perfect for November evenings. Take a leaf out of Rosie’s recipe book and look at her Oxtail Stew recipe. Simple to prepare, Rosie’s traditional oxtail stew uses wine as the main cooking liquor, but beer also works really well, especially dark beers; try a stout or porter such as Guinness to shake it up.
Chicken thighs: budget-friendly and versatile
Chicken Thighs are a firm favourite among the Lakings team. More forgiving than breasts, thighs pack plenty of flavour while being a frugal cut to opt for. Pop them in the slow cooker with garlic, lemon, and herbs for a dish that works as well on a weekday as it does for Sunday lunch.
Lamb shoulder: flavour that rewards patience
Our Lamb Shoulder is ideal for a “set and forget” roast. Let it cook slowly until tender enough to pull apart, then serve with seasonal root veg.
Slow cooking means less stress and more flavour – and at Lakings, we’ve got the cuts that make it possible. Pop in to see our expert team today, or order online for the freshest cuts straight to your door.
