Welcome to our recipe hub! At Chesham Allotments, we celebrate the joy of growing your own produce and the creativity of turning fresh harvests into mouthwatering meals. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting your allotment journey, these recipes are designed to inspire and make the most of your hard work.
What's in Season?
Our collection focuses on seasonal produce to help you embrace the natural rhythm of your allotment. From vibrant spring salads to hearty winter stews, there's something for every taste and every harvest.
Why Homegrown?
Cooking with your own produce isn’t just satisfying—it’s healthier, fresher and better for the planet. By making the most of what you grow, you can reduce waste, save money and enjoy unbeatable flavours. But you probably already know this, as you took on your plot!
Share Your Recipes
Got a favorite recipe using your homegrown vegetables or fruit? We’d love to hear from you! Send us your ideas, and we’ll feature the best ones here to inspire the community.
Explore Recipes
Dive into our collection to find simple, delicious, and creative ways to use your crops. Each recipe is designed with allotment gardeners in mind, with tips to adapt for your own harvest.
- Ingredients: 1 medium pumpkin (about 1kg), peeled and chopped 1 onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 750ml vegetable stock 200ml double cream (optional) 1 tbsp olive […]
- This great jam recipe is from Angela Moore via allotment holder Jean Nettleton and uses 800g of prepared rhubarb and gooseberries (any combo of weight). Place the […]
- Ingredients: 500g rhubarb, washed and chopped 100g caster sugar 150g plain flour 100g unsalted butter, cubed 50g demerara sugar Instructions: Preheat oven to 180°C. Toss the […]
- Plunge 150g fresh garlic into a pan of boiling water for one min. Drain and pat dry. Peel the cloves and pack into a warm sterilised […]
- This is a great thing to have after a hard morning at the allotment! Boil the podded beans until just soft, then whizz in a food […]
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