Description
These Individual Smoked Turkey Pot Pies are a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender smoked turkey and a medley of vegetables in a creamy sauce, all encased in a flaky puff pastry crust. Perfect for a cozy meal, these pot pies combine classic flavors with an elegant presentation.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 1 pound smoked turkey, cubed
- 2 cups frozen peas and carrots
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Chicken broth, approximately 2 cups
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
Assembly
- Puff pastry sheets, enough to cover ramekins
- 1 egg for egg wash
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a Dutch oven, melt the butter and avocado oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, diced celery, and frozen peas and carrots. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until vegetables soften and become fragrant.
- Make the Roux: Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir well to combine. Cook the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the flour to cook through and form a roux that will thicken the sauce.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Add salt, black pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to let it simmer.
- Thicken and Combine: Simmer the filling for 3 to 4 minutes until it thickens slightly. Stir in the cubed smoked turkey and heavy cream, mixing thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Fill Ramekins: Using a ladle, pour the turkey filling into individual ramekins, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Prepare Puff Pastry Covers: Roll out the puff pastry slightly larger than the diameter of each ramekin. Place the puff pastry over the top of each filled ramekin, pressing the edges securely around the sides to seal.
- Apply Egg Wash and Bake: Beat the egg and brush it generously over the puff pastry tops to create a golden, glossy finish. Bake the pot pies in a preheated oven at 400°F (204°C) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Serve: Remove the pot pies from the oven carefully, let them cool slightly, then serve warm and enjoy your delicious smoky turkey pot pies.
Notes
- Use smoked turkey for a deeper flavor, but cooked or leftover turkey works as well.
- Ensure the puff pastry is sealed tightly around the ramekin edges to prevent filling leakage during baking.
- If you prefer, substitute chicken broth with turkey broth for enhanced taste.
- You can prepare the filling ahead and refrigerate before assembling and baking.
- For extra crispness, bake the filled and sealed pot pies on a baking sheet to catch any drips.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: smoked turkey pot pie, individual pot pies, puff pastry pot pie, turkey dinner, comfort food, savory pie
