A Celebration of Wild Garlic & Springtime Flavour
Nothing signals the arrival of British spring quite like the first sight of tender wild garlic leaves sprouting through the woodland floor - a fragrant symbol of renewal and nature’s gentle awakening. In just a few short weeks, the ancient woodlands of the Yorkshire Dales are transformed into lush, green carpets, bursting with the unmistakable aroma of wild garlic.

When nature offers such fleeting abundance, it’s only right to embrace the season with joyful indulgence. At Swaledale Butchers, we are proud champions of fresh, seasonal produce, letting nature’s rhythm guide our food choices. And so, with wild garlic in full swing, we simply couldn’t resist creating something special - introducing our heritage breed pork and wild garlic sausages.

We took the whole team out to forage wild garlic in a local Yorkshire woodland. Several kilos of fresh leaves were picked, washed, blanched, and minced with our signature high-welfare pork - a mix of shoulder and belly for optimal succulence. A touch of smoked bacon brings a hint of richness, while black pepper, chilli flakes, and nutmeg create a beautifully balanced flavour profile. The result is a seasonal sausage that’s bold, fragrant, and perfect for spring cooking.

Try these wild garlic sausages with buttery champ mash and onion gravy infused with even more fresh wild garlic. Or use them in a rustic casserole with chickpeas and Swiss chard. For something nostalgic, plate them up with triple-cooked chips and slow-braised cannellini beans in tomato, rosemary, and stock - with a dollop of English mustard on the side.