Get ready to transform your dinner table with a comfort food masterpiece that will make your taste buds dance! Barry and Leanne's Root Vegetable Cobbler is not just another recipe – it's a warm, hearty embrace of seasonal vegetables topped with a golden, buttery crust that will have everyone asking for seconds. Imagine diving into a dish that combines the earthy sweetness of root vegetables with a crispy, tender topping that melts in your mouth. This isn't just a meal; it's a culinary adventure that celebrates the best of British home cooking!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 1 hrs
Total Time: 1 hrs 30 mins
Cuisine: British
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 parsnips, diced
- 1 sweet potato, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 9-inch baking dish by lightly greasing it with olive oil or butter.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until the onions become translucent and fragrant, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add diced carrots, parsnips, and sweet potato to the skillet. Sprinkle thyme and rosemary over the vegetables, stirring to coat evenly. Cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables begin to soften slightly.
- Pour vegetable broth into the skillet, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow vegetables to cook for an additional 5 minutes, creating a light sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the vegetable mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- For the cobbler topping, combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl. Add cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add milk to the flour mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cobbler dough over the vegetable mixture, covering most of the surface but leaving some small gaps for steam to escape.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the vegetable filling is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let the cobbler rest for 10 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to set and makes serving easier.
- Serve hot, garnishing with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme if desired. The cobbler pairs wonderfully with a light green salad.
Tips
- Choose Fresh Vegetables: Select firm, vibrant root vegetables for the best flavor and texture. Look for carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes with smooth, unblemished skin.
- Keep Butter Cold: When making the cobbler topping, ensure your butter is straight from the refrigerator. Cold butter creates those delightful, flaky layers that make the topping irresistible.
- Don't Overmix the Dough: When combining the cobbler topping, mix just until the ingredients come together. Overmixing can lead to a tough, dense topping instead of a light, tender crust.
- Create Ventilation: When dropping the cobbler dough on top of the vegetables, leave some small gaps. This allows steam to escape and helps create a perfectly golden, crispy topping.
- Let it Rest: Patience is key! Allow the cobbler to rest for 10 minutes after baking. This helps the filling set and makes serving much easier.
- Customize Your Herbs: While the recipe calls for thyme and rosemary, feel free to experiment with your favorite herbs. Fresh parsley or sage can add a wonderful twist to the dish.
- Serving Suggestion: Pair this cobbler with a light green salad to balance the richness of the dish. A crisp white wine can also complement the flavors beautifully.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 35mg
