Ingredients
Vegetable Base
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 large parsnips, peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
- 4 large carrots, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick
Sauce
- 4 cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock)
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed)
- 2 tsp pink salt, divided
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 10 tbsp unsalted butter (6 tablespoons sliced and kept cold; 4 tablespoons for sauce)
- 1/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (for sauce)
Biscuit Topping
- 2 1/4 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (divided: 1/4 cup for sauce, 2 cups for dough)
- 1 tbsp gluten-free baking powder
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, sliced and kept cold (part of the 10 tbsp total)
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream (divided: 1 cup for dough, remaining for brushing)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) to prepare for baking the cobbler.
- Make the sauce base: In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in 1/4 cup gluten-free flour and cook for 2 minutes to form a roux.
- Add liquids and seasonings: Slowly whisk in the vegetable stock, followed by the Dijon mustard, thyme, 1 teaspoon of salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Simmer this mixture until it thickens, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent lumps.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the sauce and add additional salt and pepper as necessary to balance the flavors.
- Prepare vegetables: Place the peeled and cut potatoes, parsnips, and carrots evenly into a 3-quart baking dish.
- Combine sauce and vegetables: Pour the thickened sauce evenly over the vegetables, ensuring they are well coated.
- Mix biscuit dough dry ingredients: In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 cups gluten-free flour, gluten-free baking powder, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt.
- Add butter to dry ingredients: Cut in the cold, sliced butter (6 tablespoons) using a pastry knife or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse meal with pea-sized lumps.
- Add cream to form dough: Lightly stir in 1 cup of heavy cream with a fork, mixing just until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix to keep the topping tender.
- Top vegetables with dough: Drop spoonfuls or balls of the biscuit dough over the vegetable layer evenly.
- Brush dough with cream: Use the remaining heavy cream to gently brush over the biscuit topping to promote browning and a beautiful crust.
- Bake the cobbler: Place the baking dish on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes to 1 hour, until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Rest before serving: Remove from the oven and let the cobbler rest for 15 minutes. This helps the sauce thicken slightly for easier serving.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for a bright, fresh finish before serving warm.
Notes
- Ensure the butter for the topping is cold to achieve a flaky biscuit texture.
- Feel free to substitute vegetable stock with chicken stock if not strictly vegetarian.
- If you want a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
- Use gluten-free baking powder to maintain the gluten-free status of the recipe.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
- This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed greens for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes to 1 hour
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free