Bronze Age Root & Grain Bowl
Hearthstone Harvest Bowl
Inspired by Draven and the steady traditions of the Earth
Ingredients (Modern Adaptation)
- 1 cup pearl barley (or bulgur wheat) – £0.60
- 1 parsnip, peeled and chopped £0.30
- 1 carrot, peeled and chopped £0.20
- 1 leek, sliced £0.40
- 1 small turnip, chopped £0.35
- 1 tbsp rapeseed oil or butter £0.10
- Salt and pepper (or crushed wild herbs) – £0.05
- Optional: soft cheese (like goat cheese) or oat cream for richness £0.50
Estimated Cost per Serving: £2.50
(serves 2–3)
Historical Insight
Grain and root vegetables formed the basis of Bronze Age meals in lowland Britain. Pearl barley, turnips, and wild leeks were common, often boiled or roasted near hearth fires. Butter or animal fat was prized and sometimes substituted with pressed oils.
Substitutions
- Barley can be swapped for spelt, bulgur wheat, or even brown rice.
- Use any available root vegetables (e.g., swede, sweet potato).
- Foraged herbs or nettles can replace salt in a rustic version.
Method
- Boil the barley in salted water (2:1 ratio) for 30–35 mins until tender.
- Roast parsnip, carrot, leek, and turnip with oil and a pinch of salt for 25–30 mins at 180°C.
- Combine barley and vegetables in a bowl. Drizzle with oat cream or scatter cheese if desired.
- Serve warm by the hearth nourishing, grounding, and Bronze Age simple
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