From our Sandbach counter
Free Range Capon
£6.00
- Feeds 2Based on about 200g per adult
- Cut fresh to orderSuitable for home freezing
- Use within 3–4 days of deliveryKeep chilled in the fridge
- Approx. 500gButcher-cut, so weights vary slightly
A free-range capon is a special poultry choice for a generous roast or celebratory meal. Ask The Butcher’s Blade in Sandbach, Cheshire, about this traditional bird when you’re planning a gathering or looking for something different from an everyday roast chicken.How to prepare: Follow the cooking guidance for the bird’s weight and preparation. Roast until thoroughly cooked, then allow it to rest before carving to help keep the meat moist.Perfect with: Roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, stuffing and gravy for a classic centrepiece. Leftovers can be used in sandwiches, salads, pies or soups.For a special poultry option from your local Sandbach butcher, a free-range capon can bring a traditional touch to the table. Please check availability, weight and cooking guidance with the shop.
Free Range Capon from The Butchers Blade in Sandbach. Make this the starting point for a shared lunch, family dinner or a table with planned leftovers. Choosing a roasting cut is about more than the headline weight: the number of guests, bone and preparation all affect how it fits your meal. Check the product information before deciding on the selected size.
Choosing for your meal
Tell Lee how many people you are feeding and whether you want another meal from the leftovers. Confirm whether your chosen item is bone-in, boneless, rolled or stuffed if the listing does not say. Check that your roasting tin and oven can accommodate it. Cooking time varies with weight, preparation and appliance, so use the specific instructions rather than a single rule for every roast.
Serving ideas
Roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and a suitable gravy are a useful starting point. Plan their oven space around the main dish and use resting time to finish the sides where appropriate. Any vegetables, stuffing or accompaniments are separate unless explicitly listed. Follow the label for thorough cooking where required, and plan prompt cooling and refrigeration of leftovers.
Vacuum packed or tray wrapped to lock in freshness
Local delivery orders travel chilled in an insulated cool box with ice packs.
Closed Sunday and Monday. Collect your order at the counter during these hours.
“Lee was extremely friendly and helpful explaining the different cuts and what would be best for my need. Great choice of meats and ordered my Christmas meat too. Thankyou for your help. UPDATE... Just collected Xmas meat it looks fabulous!!”
View our Cooking & Safety Guide for safe temperatures and tips.
Need help with portions, storage or allergens? Ask Lee before ordering.
01270 691283From the kitchen
Cooking Free Range Capon
Check the cut and weight with Lee and follow the product instructions. Use a clean thermometer rather than judging doneness by time alone. For poultry, pork, minced meat, sausages, rolled joints and mechanically tenderised meat, cook thoroughly: the centre should reach 70°C for 2 minutes, or 75°C for 30 seconds. Clean the thermometer before and after checking.
How to cook chicken safelyLee’s tip
A festive alternative
A capon has more fat than a chicken, so roast breast-up and baste regularly for crisp, golden skin.
What goes with it?
Chestnut stuffing, roast potatoes, sprouts and gravy. A white Burgundy or a mulled apple.
Want Lee’s personal recommendation? Ask him at the counter or call the shop. Always follow the product label and confirm allergens.