Where we source our 100% traceable beef

Learn more about the M&S Select Farms where we source our 100% traceable beef. Plus, get inspired with our easy beef recipe ideas.

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Our 100% British beef is fully traceable back to farms like Cowley Farm, where cattle are reared with care in wildlife‑rich landscapes. Farmers prioritise welfare, allowing cows to graze naturally, producing beautifully marbled beef with exceptional flavour and tenderness. From field to Foodhall, it’s a story of quality, provenance and expertly reared animals you can trust.

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Where we source our beef

Just like the carefully chosen farmers we work with, we know when it comes to beef, great taste starts in the field. That’s why we are the only national retailer that can trace 100% of our beef back to the farm and animal it came from across our entire Foodhall. Our trusted farmers provide us with perfectly marbled, top-quality beef from the best breeds, while maintaining our high animal welfare standards. Whether it’s a Friday night steak or the mince in a lasagne, you know you’re getting the best, every time. Plus, it’s all 100% British.

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Our favourite beef recipes

There are so many ways to enjoy M&S prime British beef, from juicy burgers and steaks to kebabs, meatballs and casseroles. Use everything from versatile mince to slow-cooked joints in our easy recipe ideas.

More ways to use beef

Sirloin steak tacos with pico de gallo

Our Collection British Sirloin Steaks are salt-dry-aged for at least 30 days, bringing deep, juicy flavour to this steak tacos recipe from Tom Kerridge. Seared steak is piled into warm, soft tacos alongside fresh pico de gallo and creamy avocado; these will have you coming back for more.

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Beef and smoky cheeseburger with rainbow slaw

Tom Kerridge's epic recipe lets brilliant British beef do the talking. Made with 100% traceable British beef mince, they're packed with flavour thanks to sweet caramelised onions and smoky mature cheddar, and topped with a punchy rainbow slaw to cut through the richness, while Fiery Pickles and Campfire Mayo bring it all together. It’s a classic cheeseburger, done properly.

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Steak and grapefruit salad

Lighten up your steak dinner with this bright and citrussy salad. Pan-fry your steak to your liking, then toss with hearty grains, crunchy shredded veggies and a drizzle of bold nuoc cham dipping sauce. Top tip: bring your steak to room temperature before frying so it cooks evenly.

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Batch-cooked slow cooker bolognese

Keep a batch of this comforting slow cooker bolognese in the freezer for those busy weeknights. Combine a pack of thrifty mince with smoky bacon rashers, tender sliced mushrooms and finely chopped veggies in a rich tomato sauce with a splash of red wine.

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The best burgers

Use a pack of Our Best Ever Burgers, made from top-quality, 100% British beef to whip up a succulent burger in no time. Try Tom Kerridge’s take on loaded burgers with sweet and sticky caramelised onions and fluffy brioche buns. Or get adventurous with our burger topping ideas, including hot honey bacon, mango chutney mayo and crunchy apple slaw.

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Beef chilli nachos

Plan a cosy film night and dig into these fakeaway beef chilli nachos. Use a pack of our handy British Minced Beef Chilli and layer onto a bed of crispy tortilla chips, then load up with melty shredded cheese, dollops of Mexican-style dips, a scattering of coriander and a squeeze of lime.

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Slow cooker meatball pasta bake

We’ve already done the hard work of forming mini beef meatballs, enriched with roast beef stock and seasoned to perfection. Cook with a rich tomato sauce in a slow cooker, then mix with rigatoni, a tablespoon of roasted red pepper paste, creamy mozzarella, and punchy Parmesan, then bake until golden brown.

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