Turkey Pot Pie With Puff Pastry And Leftover Gravy
Looking for a way to use up your leftover turkey and gravy from Thanksgiving? Why not try making a delicious turkey pot pie with puff pastry! This recipe is easy to make and will satisfy your taste buds with its savory flavors.
Ingredients:
To make this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or diced
- 1 cup leftover gravy
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped carrot
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions:
Follow these steps to make the perfect turkey pot pie with puff pastry:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrot and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried thyme until well combined.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Stir in the leftover gravy and frozen vegetables. Cook for another 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the cooked turkey and remove from heat.
- Transfer the turkey mixture to a 9-inch pie dish.
- Unfold the puff pastry sheet and place it over the top of the pie dish. Trim any excess pastry and press the edges to seal.
- Cut a few slits in the top of the pastry to allow steam to escape.
- Brush the beaten egg over the top of the pastry.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
- Let the pot pie cool for a few minutes before serving.
Variations:
Want to switch up the flavors in your pot pie? Try these variations:
- Swap out the turkey for chicken or beef.
- Add in your favorite herbs and spices, like rosemary or paprika.
- Use different vegetables, like mushrooms or sweet potatoes.
- Top the pot pie with mashed potatoes instead of puff pastry.
Conclusion:
Turkey pot pie with puff pastry and leftover gravy is a delicious way to use up your Thanksgiving leftovers. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your liking with different vegetables and seasonings. Give it a try and enjoy a warm, comforting meal!
