Winter Cobbler

Winter Cobbler
  • Author: Simon Rimmer

This hearty and comforting vegetable cobbler recipe is a perfect choice for a cozy meal. Layers of leeks, cavolo nero, and butternut squash are simmered in a savory tomato sauce, then topped with a fluffy herb and lemon-infused dough. Baked until golden and crisp, each serving is finished with a vibrant basil and lemon dressing for a burst of fresh flavor. This dish is sure to warm you up from the inside out.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion
  • 2 garlic
  • 2 leeks
  • 200g/7oz cavolo nero
  • 200g/7oz butternut squash
  • 440g/15½oz can chopped tomatoes
  • splash white wine
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 225g/8oz flour
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • pinch salt
  • 100g/3½oz cubed butter
  • 175ml/6fl oz soured cream
  • 150ml/5fl oz olive oil
  • bunch fresh basil
  • ½ lemon

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6.
  • Heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and fry until softened.
  • Add the leeks and cavolo nero and cook for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the squash, tomatoes, wine and season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Simmer for 5-6 minutes, then divide between four individual ovenproof dishes or ramekins.
  • For the topping, place the flour, baking powder, salt and butter into a food processor and pulse until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
  • Add the soured cream and pulse again until it just comes together as a very sticky dough.
  • Spoon dollops of the topping over the contents of each ramekin, then bake for 25 minutes, or until crisp and golden-brown.
  • For the dressing, place the oil, basil and lemon juice into a clean food processor and blend until smooth.
  • Serve the cobblers at the table in their ramekins and spoon over the dressing.

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Cook Time

1H

Prep Time

PT1H

Yield

Serves 4