Recipes

Our grandmother Ivy was a talented cook, both in the dairy and over her trusty Aga stove at home. Visit here for our regularly updated selection of  recipes, inspired by her, that bring out the best in our cheese and butter.

Grape Crumble Cake Grape Crumble Cake

Aromatic rosemary is stirred through the cake batter which adds a piney deliciousness to the cake. Serve with cream or ice cream (or both)

Flavoured Butters Flavoured Butters

Ivy’s butter is rich and perfectly seasoned, elevate it even further with these three complementary recipes.

Miso-Laced Cauliflower Cheese Miso-Laced Cauliflower Cheese

There are few dishes more comforting than cauliflower cheese, and while it makes a great side dish to a roast, it’s also a fantastic mid-week dinner served with potatoes and dressed salad.

Ginger + Tahini Chocolate Fridge Cake Ginger + Tahini Chocolate Fridge Cake

Densely chocolatey and satisfying without even having to turn the oven on, this fridge cake comes together quickly and lasts for days.

Sherry Glazed Mushrooms on Toast Sherry Glazed Mushrooms on Toast

Speedy, sophisticated and just as appropriate on a lazy Sunday morning as on cosy Friday evening.

Kale & Walnut Pasta with Crispy Butter Fried Sage Kale & Walnut Pasta with Crispy Butter Fried Sage

This hale & hearty pasta is a perfect blustery day supper.

Melon, Cucumber & Mint Salad with Ivy’s Reserve Somerset Red CrispsMelon, Cucumber & Mint Salad with Ivy’s Reserve Somerset Red Crisps

This salad makes the most of fragrant Summer melons, pairing them with savoury, nutty Ivy’s Somerset Reserve Red.

Fig & Earl Grey Upside Down Cake Fig & Earl Grey Upside Down Cake

The delicate bergamot flavour of Earl Grey tea complements the jammy sweetness of ripe figs, which gleam with a slick of caramel.

New Potato, Fennel and Cheddar Gratin New Potato, Fennel and Cheddar Gratin

Sweet meets savoury in the most irresistible way.

Brown Butter Cherry Pie Brown Butter Cherry Pie

Impress your guests with this indulgent cherry pie made using our creamy salted butter.

Minted Strawberries with Black Pepper Shortbread Minted Strawberries with Black Pepper Shortbread

Black Pepper and Strawberries may not seem like an obvious flavour pairing, but the gentle fragrant heat from the pepper complements the juicy brightness of the tomatoes perfectly.

New Potato & Bean Salad with Ivy’s Somerset Red New Potato & Bean Salad with Ivy’s Somerset Red

Enjoy this Summery seasonal treat.

Charred Broccoli with Anchovy Sauce and Shaved Cheddar Charred Broccoli with Anchovy Sauce and Shaved Cheddar

Creamy anchovy sauce, crispy breadcrumbs and intriguingly complex Ivy’s Reserve Vintage Cheddar transform humble broccoli into a totally addictive vegetable.

Asparagus and Cheddar Tart with Nutty Cheddar Pastry Asparagus and Cheddar Tart with Nutty Cheddar Pastry

Asparagus and Cheddar Tart with Nutty Cheddar Pastry

Chocolate Hot Cross Bun PuddingChocolate Hot Cross Bun Pudding

Elevate your hot cross buns for an indulgent treat.

Farmhouse Butter BoardFarmhouse Butter Board

Impress your guests with this indulgent butter board

Broccoli & Cheddar Puff Pastry TartBroccoli & Cheddar Puff Pastry Tart

With spinach, ricotta & basil

ULTIMATE INDULGENT QUICHEULTIMATE INDULGENT QUICHE

With Somerset Red, Vintage Cheddar & cream

GRIDDLED PEACH & IVY’S SALADGRIDDLED PEACH & IVY’S SALAD

With wild rocket, honey & pistachios

Ivy’s Bakewell TartIvy’s Bakewell Tart

A classic British desert best served slightly warm with a dollop of cream

BROAD BEAN BRUSCHETTABROAD BEAN BRUSCHETTA

With lemon, olive oil & mint

Blackberry & Apple Eve’s PuddingBlackberry & Apple Eve’s Pudding

A sweet and delicious winter warmer

French Onion GnocchiFrench Onion Gnocchi

Delicious caramelised onion & creamy cheese gnocchi

Stuffed Onion PetalsStuffed Onion Petals

With Cheddar, mushroom & pine nuts

Ivy's Story

Ivy’s Reserve was created by our grandmother, a pioneer cheesemaker, talented cook, countrywoman and nature-lover. A century later, her Cheddar and butter have won countless awards and are now enjoyed around the world.

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