Parsnip and Thyme Bread

Dan Stevens, baker at River Cottage, created this, inspired by Delia Smith's oatmeal-and-potato bread. It's a really lovely type of soda bread and, like all soda loaves, is great if you want to whip up some bread quickly to go with soup. It has a light scone -like texture, and when it's warm from the oven, it's difficult not to devour the whole thing in minutes, spread thickly with butter.

Parsnip and Thyme Bread

From River Cottage Everyday by Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall
Dan Stevens, baker at River Cottage, created this, inspired by Delia Smith’s oatmeal-and-potato bread. It’s a really lovely type of soda bread and, like all soda loaves, is great if you want to whip up some bread quickly to go with soup. It has a light sconelike texture, and when it’s warm from the oven, it’s difficult not to devour the whole thing in minutes, spread thickly with butter.
Course Side Dish
Servings 1 small loaf

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon canola or sunflower oil
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 1 cup & 2 tablespoons self-rising flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan or hard goat cheese, or sharp Cheddar
  • 1 cup parsnip grated
  • black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 egg lightly beaten
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons whole milk

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven to 350º.
  • Heat the oil in a frying pan, add the onion, and cook gently for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly colored. Remove from the heat and cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, thyme, cheese, grated parsnip, and some pepper. Add the onion, followed by the egg and extra milk if needed. Don’t overwork the dough; just bring it together with a little light kneading. Shape into a round and place on an oiled baking sheet.
  • Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the loaf is golden and makes a hollow sound when tapped on the bottom.
  • Let cool for a few minutes on a wire rack, then slice and serve while still warm.

Notes

For another recipe featuring parsnips, click here!
Keyword bread, parsnips, Thyme

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