
Arrietty’s Family White Stew
Inspired by the charming dinner scene from The Secret World of Arrietty, this creamy white stew features tender carrots, onions, and spinach in a rich, comforting broth. It's a simple yet satisfying dish that evokes the cozy, hidden world of the Borrowers.
Ingredients
- •1 piece Onion (diced into 1cm cubes)
- •1 piece Carrot (diced into 1cm cubes)
- •50 g Frozen spinach
- •1 tsp Olive oil
- •2 tsp All-purpose flour
- •200 ml Water
- •1 tsp Chicken stock powder (Consommé)
- •200 ml Milk
- •to taste Salt
- •to taste Black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the diced onions and carrots, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the onions are translucent and the carrots begin to soften.
- 2
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the sautéed vegetables. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until the flour is well incorporated and no longer powdery, creating a roux.
- 3
Gradually pour in the water, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Add the chicken stock powder. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and skim off any foam that rises to the surface. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the milk and the frozen spinach. Continue to simmer gently for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the stew has thickened to your desired consistency.
- 5
Season the stew with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust as needed.
- 6
Ladle the hot stew into deep wooden bowls, just like the Borrowers would. Serve immediately.
Chef's Tips
- 💡For the full 'Borrower' experience, serve this stew with slices of crusty bread topped with melted cheese on the side. You can quickly toast bread slices and melt cheese under a broiler.
- 💡Feel free to add other small diced vegetables like potatoes or mushrooms if you'd like a heartier stew. Add them along with the carrots and onions to ensure they cook through.
- 💡To make this stew vegetarian, use vegetable stock powder instead of chicken stock powder.
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