Celebrating Bedlam Farms Organic Squash Range
Winter’s Bounty: Exploring Bedlam Farms Organic Squash Range
As the frost settles over the fields, winter brings a harvest of hearty, flavour-packed vegetables. Among the season's standout offerings is the diverse and vibrant range of organic squash from Bedlam Farms. At S Thorogood and Sons, we are proud to supply these exceptional squashes to kitchens across the UK, celebrating the rich flavours and textures they bring to winter menus.
A Cornucopia of Flavours and Textures
Bedlam Farms' organic squash range includes a variety of shapes, sizes, and colours, each offering unique culinary possibilities:
Bon Bon: A small, sweet squash with a nutty flavour, perfect for roasting or stuffing.
Sweet Lightning: A vibrant orange squash with a smooth texture, ideal for soups and purees.
Onion Squash (Uchiki Kuri): Resembling a small pumpkin, this squash has a rich, sweet taste, excellent for roasting or baking.
Harlequin: A strikingly patterned squash with a mild, sweet flavour, great for roasting or adding to stews.
Orange Kabocha: A Japanese variety with a dense, sweet flesh, perfect for soups and curries.
Crown Prince: Known for its blue-grey skin and sweet, nutty flavour, ideal for roasting or mashing.
Table Star: A small, round squash with a mild taste, suitable for roasting or stuffing.
Festival/Celebration: Colourful and decorative, these squashes also offer a sweet flavour for roasting or soups.
Mashed Potato: A creamy-textured squash, excellent for mashing or adding to soups.
Turk’s Turban (Aladdin): A visually striking squash with a sweet, nutty flavour, great for roasting or stuffing.
Green Kabocha: A variant of the Japanese pumpkin with a rich, sweet taste, perfect for soups and curries.
Spaghetti Squash: Unique for its stringy flesh, ideal for a low-carb alternative to pasta dishes.
These squashes are not only delicious but also rich in vitamin A, supporting the immune system and vision.
Sustaining British Agriculture
Bedlam Farms' commitment to organic farming ensures that each squash is grown with care for the environment. The majority of their varieties are edible and absolutely delicious, harvested into wooden crates and dried and cured in a dedicated squash store, allowing for long-term storage of certain varieties. This sustainable approach supports British agriculture and provides consumers with high-quality produce throughout the winter months.
Culinary Inspiration
The versatility of Bedlam Farms' organic squash makes them a favourite in many kitchens. Here are some ideas to incorporate these squashes into your meals:
Roasted Squash Medley: Combine cubes of Bon Bon, Sweet Lightning, and Harlequin with olive oil, salt, and your favourite herbs. Roast until tender for a colourful and flavourful side dish.
Squash Soup: Blend Orange Kabocha or Mashed Potato squash with onions, garlic, and vegetable stock for a creamy, comforting soup.
Stuffed Squash: Hollow out a Crown Prince or Turk’s Turban squash and fill with a mixture of grains, nuts, and dried fruits for a hearty main course.
Spaghetti Squash Pasta: Roast the Spaghetti Squash and use its strands as a base for your favourite pasta sauce for a healthy alternative.
Supporting Local Farmers
By choosing Bedlam Farms' organic squash, you are supporting local farmers and sustainable agriculture. At S Thorogood and Sons, we are committed to providing our customers with the best of British produce, ensuring that each squash is delivered fresh and ready to inspire your culinary creations.