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Making life easier: How Beak & Sons turns mealtime into a breeze

Delicious Meatballs

In today’s fast-paced world, we’re all looking for ways to simplify our lives – especially when it comes to mealtime. Whether you’re a busy parent, a professional with a packed schedule, or someone craving a hearty dish with minimal effort, Beak & Sons has the solution. With their slow-cooked meals, freezer meals, and soups – just to name a few – Beak & Sons takes the stress out of cooking without compromising on quality or taste. Here’s how they’re making life easier for everyone.

Slow-cooked meals: Convenience without compromise

Beak & Sons’ slow-cooked meals are a game-changer for busy people. After a long day, the last thing you want to do is spend hours cooking dinner. But with Beak & Sons, you don’t have to. Their slow-cooked meals are crafted using time-honoured techniques, so all you need to do is heat them up. Within minutes, you’ll enjoy a rich, comforting meal – without the hours of preparation.

Whether it’s their succulent slow-cooked lamb shanks, flavourful beef ragu, or tender chicken dishes, these meals are perfect for busy days when you need dinner fast but still want something that feels homemade and satisfying.

Freezer meals: Ready for any moment

Life can get hectic, and sometimes there’s just no time to cook. That’s where Beak & Sons’ freezer meals come in. From hearty stews to perfectly seasoned slow-cooked dishes, Beak & Sons offers a wide range of freezer-friendly meals that are ready when you are. Simply pop them in the oven, and in minutes, you have a wholesome, delicious meal on the table.

Freezer meals offer unparalleled convenience, especially for those last-minute dinner needs. Whether it’s a busy workday, a spontaneous gathering, or a weeknight when you just don’t feel like cooking, Beak & Sons freezer meals save you time while still delivering top-quality, flavourful dishes.

Soups: Comfort in a bowl

Beak & Sons’ soup range is another fantastic way to simplify your mealtime routine. Perfect for colder months or when you want something warm and comforting, their soups are crafted with the same care and expertise as their slow-cooked meals. Packed with rich flavours, these soups are ready to heat and serve in minutes, making them the perfect option for busy days or even a light lunch.

Soups offer versatility and convenience, and Beak & Sons ensures every bowl is full of fresh ingredients and hearty flavours. Whether you’re enjoying a bowl of their Mushroom & Bacon Soup or savouring the richness of their Chicken Risoni Soup, these meals are the epitome of comfort with minimal effort.

Maximising convenience with practical tips

To make mealtime even easier, here are a few tips for simplifying dinner prep:

  1. Keep freezer meals on hand
    Stock up on Beak & Sons’ freezer meals so you’re always prepared for a last-minute dinner. These meals take minutes to heat up, making them a go-to option when you need a satisfying dish without the stress of cooking.

  2. Batch-cook sides in advance
    Take a little time over the weekend to batch-cook simple sides like rice, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes. These can be reheated during the week, so when you heat up a Beak & Sons slow-cooked meal or soup, you have a side dish ready to go.

  3. Repurpose leftovers
    Beak & Sons’ slow-cooked meals and soups are so flavourful that leftovers can easily be repurposed into new dishes. Leftover slow-cooked lamb can be used in tacos or wraps, and extra soup can be paired with a sandwich for a hearty lunch the next day.

Expert craftsmanship without the effort

What sets Beak & Sons apart is their commitment to quality. With over four generations of butchery expertise, Beak & Sons ensures that every product is made to the highest standards. This expert craftsmanship means you’re getting high-quality meat and ingredients that are tender, flavourful, and perfectly prepared every time, without the effort.

Beak & Sons proves that “making life easy” doesn’t mean cutting corners. It means using the best ingredients and time-tested techniques to deliver meals that are both convenient and exceptional. Their dedication to quality and craftsmanship ensures that every bite is satisfying and delicious.

Wrapping up: A stress-free meal in minutes

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, the last thing you want is to spend hours in the kitchen. Beak & Sons has made mealtime easy with their entire product range, all ready to enjoy in minutes. Whether you’re a busy parent, a professional, or simply someone who loves a great meal with minimal effort, Beak & Sons makes it possible to enjoy delicious food without the stress.

By keeping a few Beak & Sons products stocked in your fridge or freezer, you’ll always be ready for a tasty, comforting meal in no time. With a bit of smart planning, you can make every mealtime easy, enjoyable, and full of flavour. Trust Beak & Sons to bring you quality, convenience, and the perfect meal – fast.

Smoked Carnitas Pulled Pork

Smoked and Slow Cooked in a flavourful fire roasted peppers, Mexican spices and zesty orange juice sauce

INGREDIENTS:

Smoked Pork (75%) (Pork (92%), Mexican Seasoning (5%) (Thickener (1442) (Modified Maize Starch), Salt, Sugar, Dehydrated Vegetables (Garlic, Onion, Red Capsicum), Spices (Paprika, Chipotle Chilli), Maltodextrin (Maize), Yeast Extract, Maize Starch, Natural Flavours, Acidity Regulator (330), Coriander, Natural Colour (160c) (Paprika Oleoresin), Fruit Oil, Spice Extracts), Water, Marinade (Maize Starch, Salt, Mineral Salt (500), Tapioca Starch, Canola Oil)), Carnitas Sauce (25%) (Water, Orange Juice (22%), Onion, Garlic, Roasted Red Peppers (8%), Celery, Lime Juice, Tapioca Flour, Spices (3.4%) (Red Chilli Puree, Smoked Paprika, Chilli, Cumin, Bayleaf, Pepper), Sugar, Vegetable Powders (Garlic, Onion), Canola Oil, Orange Zest (1%), Vegetable Stock Powder, Natural Caramel Colour (150a), Oregano).

ALLERGEN ADVICE:

Contains milk, fish, soy.
May Contain wheat, gluten.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

MASSAMAN LAMB SHANKS

INGREDIENTS:

Marinated Lamb Shanks (74%) (Australian Lamb Shank (95%), Seasoning (Corn Starch, Maltodextrin, Milk Solids, Cultures, Sugar, Salt, Garlic Powder, Mineral Salt (508), Natural Colours (Turmeric, Paprika Oleoresins), Food Acid (330), Vegetable Gum (415), Spice Extracts (Coriander, Cloves, Cinnamon), Garam Masala, Paprika, Cumin, Ginger, Coriander, Chilli), Water, Marinade (Maize Starch, Salt, Mineral Salt (Sodium Carbonates), Tapioca Starch, Canola Oil)], Massaman Sauce (26%) (Water, Coconut Milk (20%) (Coconut Milk Extract, Water, Food Conditioner (412)), Onion, Sugar, Potato, Massaman Curry Paste (8.5%) (Garlic, Sugar, Soybean Oil, Red Chilli, Tamarind Extract, Shallot, Salt, Lemongrass, Spices (Coriander Seeds, Cumin, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Bayleaf, Galangal, Cloves), Kaffir Lime Leaf, Galangal), Garlic, Corn Starch, Fish Sauce (Anchovy Extract (Fish), Salt, Sugar), Canola Oil, Vegetable Stock Powder, Tamarind, Coriander, Cumin, Cinnamon).

ALLERGEN ADVICE:

Contains milk, fish, soy.
May Contain wheat, gluten.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

JUICY BEEF BRISKET

INGREDIENTS:

Marinated Beef Brisket (80%) (Australian No Added Hormone Beef Brisket, Water, Marinade (Maize Starch, Salt, Mineral Salt (500), Tapioca Starch, Canola Oil), BBQ Sauce (20%) (Water, Sugar, Tomato Paste, Vinegar, Onion, Corn Starch, Molasses, Spices (2%) (Chipotle Pepper, Smoked Paprika, Black Pepper, Bay Leaf, Cumin), Vegetable Powder (Onion, Garlic), Smoke Flavour, Natural Colour (Caramel (150a)), Oregano).

ALLERGEN ADVICE:

May Contain wheat, gluten.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

TANDOORI LAMB SHOULDER

INGEDIENTS:

Flame Grilled Lamb Tandoori (72%) (Lamb Shoulder (93%), Water, Tandoori Mix (2.7%) (Corn Starch, Maize Maltodextrin, Yoghurt Powder (Milk), Spices (Garam Masala, Paprika, Cumin, Ginger, Coriander, Chilli), Sugar, Salt, Garlic Powder, Mineral Salt (508), Natural Colours (100, 160C), Food Acid (330), Vegetable Gum (415), Spice Extracts (Coriander, Cassia, Clove)), Marinade (Mineral Salt (500)), Tandoori Sauce (28%) (Tomato Paste (30%) (Tomato, Acidity Regulator (330)), Water, Onion, Yoghurt (Milk), Corn Starch, Ginger, Garlic, Vegetable Stock Powder, Brown Sugar, Canola Oil, Spices (Garam Masala, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Turmeric, Coriander, Bay Leaf, Black Pepper), Coriander).

ALLERGEN ADVICE:

Contains milk.
May Contain wheat, gluten.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

BUFFALO CHICKEN WINGS

CHICKEN:

Fried Buffalo Chicken Wings (64%) (Buffalo Chicken Wings (94%), BBQ Style Rub (includes: Natural Flavours, Natural Colours (150a, 160c), Acidity Regulator(262)), Predust (Maize Starch, Rice Flour, Potato Fibre)), Buffalo Sauce (27%)(Brown Vinegar, Water, Unsalted Butter (Milk), Sugar, Chipotle Peppers, Red Chilli Puree, Tomato Paste (Citric Acid (330)), Corn Starch, Worcestershire Sauce, Vegetable Powder (Garlic, Onion), Vegetable Stock Powder, Cayenne Pepper).

BLUE CHEESE SAUCE:

Cheddar Blue Cheese Sauce (9%) (Water, Canola Oil, White Sugar, Lite Sour Cream (8%) (Milk), White Vinegar, Free Range Salted Whole Egg (5%) (Free Range Egg, Salt), Salt, Dijon Mustard (Water, Mustard Seeds (18%), Salt, Sugar, Acidity Regulator (260), Turmeric), Cheddar Blue Cheese Powder (3%) (Milk Solids, Cheese Solids (42%) (Milk, Salt, Starter Culture, Enzymes), Salt, Food Acids (270, 330)), Cultured Sugar (Cane), Lactic Acid, Acidity Regulator (270), Water), Xanthan Gum (415).

ALLERGEN ADVICE:

Contains milk, egg.
May Contain wheat, gluten.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

MEATY BALLS

W/ CHEESY POLENTA

IN A TOMATO AND RED WINE SAUCE

4

SERVINGS

15 min

PREP

60 min

IN OVEN

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 packet of Beak and Sons classic balls.
  • 1 tblsp olive oil.
SAUCE
  • 1 red onion, diced.
  • 4 cloves of garlic, crushed.
  • 2 tblsp tomato paste.
  • 2 x tins of 400g crushed tomatoes.
  • 1 tsp sugar.
  • 1 tblsp dried Italian herbs.
  • Salt & Pepper.
POLENTA
  • 1 cup polenta.
  • 2 cups vegetable stock.
  • 2 cups milk.
  • 1 tblsp butter.
  • 50 ml cream.
  • 40g Pecorino cheese.
  • 2 tblsp mixed herbs, chopped.
  • Salt & Pepper.
  • Basil & extra cheese for garnishing.

METHOD

  • Heat large pan on high heat, add oil and sear meatballs until browned all over.
  • Remove meatballs from pan and leave to rest.
  • Add onions to pan and sauté until soft. Add a dash of water to prevent onions from catching on the base of the pan.
  • Add garlic and cook for a further minute.
  • Give everything a good stir and add the tomato paste.
  • Stir and cook for a few minutes.
  • Add the dried herbs, crushed tomatoes and red wine, stir and bring to boil.
  • Add herbs and sugar. Return cooked meatballs to the pan.
  • Cook on low/medium heat for 1 hour uncovered, stirring occasionally until the sauce is rich and thick.
POLENTA
  • Place stock and milk in a saucepan and bring to a simmer before slowly whisking in polenta.
  • Continue whisking until the polenta has started thickening. Turn down the heat and allow the polenta to gently cook for 10-15 minutes.
  • Add butter, cream, cheese and herbs to cooked polenta and season with salt and pepper.
Create a base with the soft polenta and top with meatballs, sauce, grated Pecorino and a sprinkle of fresh basil leaves

TOAD

IN THE HOLE

WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES AND SAGE

4-6

SERVINGS

15 min

PREP

35 min

IN OVEN

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 packet of Beak and Sons Godfather sausages.
  • 4 eggs.
  • 1 ¼ cups milk.
  • 1 2/3 cups plain flour.
  • Pinch of paprika.
  • 2 red onions, quartered.
  • ½ butternut pumpkin, cut into 4cm chunks.
  • 6 cloves of crushed garlic.
  • Dash of balsamic vinegar.
  • Handful of sage leaves.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil.
  • Salt and pepper.

METHOD

  • Preheat oven to 210ºC.
  • Whisk eggs and milk together in a bowl.
  • Place flour in a separate bowl with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Make a well in the middle of the flour and gradually whisk in the milk and eggs mixture.
  • Cover, set aside and leave to stand.
  • Place sausages in an 8 cup roasting pan/tray and bake for 10 minutes, turning, or until browned all over.
  • Meanwhile, toss vegetables and garlic in a bowl with oil and season.
  • Add vegetables to the roasting pan with sausages and drizzle over balsamic vinegar. Bake for another 10 minutes.
  • Pour batter into roasting pan and scatter over the sage leaves.
  • Bake in the oven at 210ºC for 20-25 minutes or until puffed up and golden.
Serve with buttered peas and gravy for a delicious winter warmer!

PORKY RIB

MAC N’ CHEESE

GREAT FOR LEFT OVERS

2

SERVINGS

20 min

PREP

40 min

IN OVEN

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 pack of Beak & Sons Hickory Pork Ribs cook as instructed.
MAC N CHEESE
  • 3 tblsp butter.
  • 3 tblsp all-purpose flour.
  • Pinch of nutmeg.
  • Pinch of mustard powder6 tblsp water.
  • 2½ cups milk, heated.
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for topping.
  • 2 cup grated strong Cheddar cheese.
  • 1tblsp finely chopped mixed herbs rosemary/thyme/oregano (plus more for topping).
  • 2 cups of cooked macaroni.
  • 50g panko breadcrumbs.
  • Salt and pepper.

METHOD

  • Preheat oven to 180ºC for Mac n’ Cheese bake.
  • Melt the butter in a heavy bottomed pan over medium heat.
  • Add flour and mustard powder, stirring often until the mixture is well combined.
  • Slowly pour in the warmed milk while constantly whisking.
  • Don't worry if the mixture thickens, it will thin out as more milk is added.
  • As more milk is added, continue whisking until sauce is smooth.
  • Bring the mixture to a low boil, add nutmeg, stirring often to prevent scorching.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for about 20 minutes stirring every 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove pan from the heat. Add grated cheese and herbs, stir until smooth.
  • Add cooked pasta to the sauce and set aside.
Prepare to bake:
  • Once meat is cooked and cooled, pull the meat off the bone and place in an oven-proof dish along with all the lovely juices.
  • Evenly spread Mac n’ Cheese over pulled meat.
  • Top with breadcrumbs, cheese and herbs.
  • Bake in the oven at 180ºC for 20 to 30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Serve with a lovely crisp green salad and dig in!

BEEFY

BRISKET BURGERS

WITH PICKLED CUCUMBER RIBBONS, FRESH GREENS & SPICED AIOLI

2

SERVINGS

10 min

PREP

25 min

IN OVEN

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 Beak and Sons Beefy Brisket burger patties.
  • 2 brioche burger buns.
  • 3 - 4 crisp green/frilly lettuce, washed and leaves torn.
  • 30g black pepper cheese, sliced slightly smaller than the burger patty.
  • 2 fresh green jalapeños – thinly sliced.
  • 1 red onion – thinly sliced.
  • 1 small cucumber – peeled with a potato peeler into ribbons.
  • 2 tblsp Sriracha mayo.
PICKLING
  • 6 tblsp white wine vinegar.
  • 4 tblsp sugar.
  • 2 tblsp salt.
  • 6 tblsp water.

METHOD

  • Place pickling ingredients in two separate bowls.
  • In one bowl, add the cucumber ribbons and jalapeños.
  • In the other, add red onion slices. Mix ingredients in both bowls until well coated. Leave to stand.
  • Once burgers are almost cooked, carefully place cheese slices on the patty and allow meat to grill until cheese has just melted. Remove from heat and let it stand.
  • Toast your burger buns.
Ready to assemble
  • Spread a little Sriracha mayo on the base of the bun.
  • Add lettuce leaves.
  • Top with patty and melted cheese.
  • Add another good dollop of Sriracha mayo.
  • Take cucumber ribbons and add to the layers, top with red onions and finish off with pickled jalapeños.
  • Top with the other half of the bun and serve.
Garnish with chilli flakes & coriander.
Serve with sweet potato wedges and enjoy!