February Monthly Meat Box Recipes
Our Monthly Meat Box is carefully curated to offer a balance of practical midweek staples alongside indulgent cuts that reward patience. Every item is organic, high-welfare, and full of natural flavour. Below, we’ve provided a recipe for each item, with clear steps so you can get the most from every piece.
Organic 5% Beef Steak Mince (400g x 2)
Recipe: Classic Organic Cottage Pie
Ingredients:
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400g steak mince
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1 onion, finely chopped
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2 carrots, diced
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2 celery sticks, diced
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2 tbsp tomato purée
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150ml beef stock
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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600g potatoes, peeled and chopped
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25g butter
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50ml milk
Method:
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Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, then mash with butter and milk; season with salt and pepper.
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Heat a splash of olive oil in a frying pan and gently sauté onion, carrots, and celery until soft.
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Add the mince and cook until browned.
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Stir in tomato purée, Worcestershire sauce, and stock. Simmer for 10–15 minutes until thickened.
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Transfer the mince mixture into a baking dish, top with mashed potatoes, and smooth over.
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Bake at 200°C/180°C fan/Gas 6 for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbling.
Organic Venison Mince (400g x 2)
Recipe: Venison & Juniper Ragu
Ingredients:
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400g venison mince
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1 onion, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp crushed juniper berries
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1 sprig rosemary
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150ml red wine
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400g chopped tomatoes
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Salt and pepper
Method:
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Heat a splash of olive oil in a pan. Fry onions and garlic until soft.
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Add venison mince and brown gently.
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Stir in crushed juniper berries, rosemary, and red wine. Simmer for 10 minutes.
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Add chopped tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook on low for 25–30 minutes until thick and rich.
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Serve over pappardelle or creamy polenta, garnished with fresh parsley.
Organic Boneless Back Rib Joint (1kg)
Recipe: Slow-Roasted Back Rib with Garlic & Herbs
Ingredients:
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1kg boneless back rib joint
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tsp chopped rosemary
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Sea salt & black pepper
Method:
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Preheat oven to 150°C/130°C fan/Gas 2.
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Rub the joint with olive oil, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
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Roast for 2–2.5 hours until tender.
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Increase the oven to 220°C/200°C fan/Gas 7 for the last 15 minutes to crisp the outside.
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Rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve with roasted vegetables or shred for sandwiches.
Organic Lamb Shoulder Chops (500g x 2)
Recipe: Lamb Shoulder Chops with Lemon & Oregano
Ingredients:
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4 lamb shoulder chops
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Zest of 1 lemon
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2 garlic cloves, crushed
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp chopped oregano
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Salt and pepper
Method:
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Mix olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper.
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Coat lamb chops in the marinade and leave for 30–60 minutes.
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Heat a grill or pan over medium-high heat. Cook chops 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare (adjust to preference).
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Rest 5 minutes before serving with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Organic Chicken Drumsticks (x 8)
Recipe: Sticky Honey & Mustard Drumsticks
Ingredients:
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8 chicken drumsticks
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2 tbsp wholegrain mustard
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2 tbsp honey
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1 tbsp cider vinegar
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Salt and pepper
Method:
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Preheat oven to 200°C/180°C fan/Gas 6.
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Mix mustard, honey, cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
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Coat drumsticks thoroughly with the glaze.
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Arrange on a baking tray and roast for 35–40 minutes, turning halfway, until sticky and cooked through.
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Serve hot, optionally with seasonal vegetables or a salad.
Organic Chicken Wings (500g x 2)
Recipe: Crispy Baked Wings with Garlic & Paprika
Ingredients:
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500g chicken wings
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and pepper
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Lemon wedges to serve
Method:
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Preheat oven to 220°C/200°C fan/Gas 7.
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Toss wings in oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Place on a wire rack over a baking tray and bake for 25–30 minutes until crisp and golden.
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Serve with lemon wedges and a dipping sauce if desired.
Organic Unsmoked Ribeye Bacon (x 2)
Recipe: Bacon, Leek & Potato Hash
Ingredients:
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300g unsmoked ribeye bacon, diced
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2 leeks, sliced
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400g parboiled potatoes, diced
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Olive oil
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Fresh thyme
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Black pepper
Method:
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Heat olive oil in a frying pan, fry bacon until crisp.
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Add leeks and cook until softened.
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Stir in potatoes and thyme; fry until golden.
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Season with black pepper and serve with eggs or greens for brunch or supper.
Organic Chicken Bone Broth
Recipe: Nourishing Chicken & Vegetable Soup
Ingredients:
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500ml chicken bone broth
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1 carrot, diced
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1 celery stick, diced
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1 onion, diced
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150g shredded cooked chicken
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Fresh parsley, salt and pepper
Method:
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Bring broth to a gentle simmer in a saucepan.
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Add carrot, celery, and onion; cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
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Stir in shredded chicken and season to taste.
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Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Organic Beef Brisket (1kg)
Recipe: Slow-Braised Organic Brisket
Ingredients:
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1kg beef brisket
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2 onions, sliced
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2 garlic cloves, crushed
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2 bay leaves
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400ml beef stock
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Salt and pepper
Method:
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Preheat oven to 160°C/140°C fan/Gas 3.
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Season brisket with salt and pepper, then brown on all sides in a hot pan.
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Place onions, garlic, and bay leaves in a roasting tray. Add brisket and pour over beef stock.
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Cover with foil and braise in the oven for 3–4 hours until tender.
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Slice thickly or pull apart and serve with mash, vegetables, or in sandwiches.
Final Tips
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Most cuts benefit from resting before slicing to retain juices.
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Vacuum-packed and fresh — cook within 1–2 days or freeze immediately.
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Pair seasonal vegetables and simple sauces to let the flavours of organic, high-welfare meat shine.