Are you ready to elevate your soup experience to new heights? Imagine digging into a warm, crusty bread bowl filled with your favorite savory soup, the aroma wafting through your kitchen and inviting everyone to gather around the table. Our High Altitude Homemade Bread Bowls Soup recipe is not just a meal; it's a delightful culinary adventure that brings comfort and joy to every bite. With a perfect blend of simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you'll be amazed at how effortlessly you can create these scrumptious bowls at home. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this irresistible dish that’s sure to become a staple in your recipe collection!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Soup of your choice for filling
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 packet of active dry yeast, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir the dry ingredients together until well mixed.
- In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup of warm water (about 110°F or 43°C) with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Make sure the water is not too hot, as it can kill the yeast.
- Pour the warm water and olive oil mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until a rough dough begins to form.
- Once the dough starts to come together, knead it on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, a tablespoon at a time.
- Place the kneaded dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 20 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
- After the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Cover them with the kitchen towel again and let them rise for another 10-15 minutes.
- Once the dough balls have puffed up slightly, use a sharp knife or kitchen scissors to make a shallow 'X' cut on the top of each ball. This will help them expand while baking.
- Bake the bread bowls in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Remove the bread bowls from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. Once they are cool enough to handle, carefully cut off the top of each bowl and scoop out some of the insides to create a cavity for the soup.
- Fill each bread bowl with your soup of choice, and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious high altitude homemade bread bowls soup!
Tips
- Measure Your Ingredients Carefully: High altitude baking can be tricky, so ensure you measure your flour and water accurately for the best results.
- Warm Water is Key: When mixing your warm water with olive oil, make sure the temperature is around 110°F (43°C) to activate the yeast without killing it.
- Knead Well: Kneading the dough for a full 5-7 minutes is crucial to develop the gluten, giving your bread bowls that perfect chewy texture.
- Let It Rise: Be patient during the rising process. A warm, draft-free environment will help the dough double in size, resulting in light and fluffy bread bowls.
- Don’t Skip the 'X' Cut: Making a shallow 'X' cut on top of each dough ball before baking allows for proper expansion, preventing any mishaps in the oven.
- Cool Before Scooping: Allow the bread bowls to cool slightly before cutting the tops off and scooping out the insides. This will make handling them much easier and prevent burns.
- Experiment with Fillings: While the recipe calls for your soup of choice, feel free to get creative! Try different soups or even chili for a hearty twist.
- Serve Immediately: These bread bowls are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven. Serve them right away to savor the warm, crusty goodness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
