Earthy Bread Bowl Stew

Golden-brown sourdough bread bowl filled with steaming vegetable stew and garnished with parsley, accompanied by a spoon on a linen napkin and water glass.
Earthy Bread Bowl Stew

Introduction

Embark on a culinary journey with today's special Earthy Bread Bowl Stew, a comforting and hearty dish that perfectly blends the wholesome goodness of fresh bread with a delicious, rich stew. This recipe is designed to warm you up and satisfy your taste buds with its earthy flavors and satisfying textures.

Ingredients

  • 1 large sourdough bread loaf
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup diced potatoes
  • 1 cup chopped mushrooms
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Carefully hollow out the sourdough loaf to create a bowl, leaving about an inch of bread on the edges.
  3. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until soft.
  4. Add the carrots and celery, and continue to cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
  5. Stir in the thyme, rosemary, pepper, and salt.
  6. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
  7. Add the potatoes, mushrooms, and chickpeas to the pot. Simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  8. While the stew is simmering, place the hollowed-out bread loaf on a baking sheet and toast it in the oven for 10 minutes.
  9. Remove the bread bowl from the oven. Fill it with the hot stew and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Enjoy this Earthy Bread Bowl Stew as a delightful meal that will comfort you on any day. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh herbs for an added touch of flavor and color. It's the perfect dish to share with family and friends, or to enjoy a quiet, cozy evening at home.

Emily

Additional Information
NutritionfactsCalories: 380, Fat: 12g, Carbohydrates: 55g, Protein: 12g 
Preparation Time45 minutes 
Allergy Informationgluten, possible nuts in bread