Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp (42g) unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, diced (150g)
- 2 medium carrots, diced (120g)
- 2 stalks celery, diced (80g)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (15g)
- 1/3 cup (40g) all-purpose flour
- 2 cups (480ml) low-sodium turkey broth
- 1/2 cup (120ml) skim milk
- 1 tsp (2g) dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
- 1/4 tsp (1g) black pepper
- 3 cups (450g) leftover turkey, cubed
- 1 cup (150g) frozen peas, thawed
- 1 cup (150g) frozen corn
- 1 package (400g) refrigerated turkey pot pie crust
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tbsp (15ml) water
Instructions:
- Melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery; cook for 6–8 minutes until they are translucent and smelling sweet. Note: Don't rush this; the sugars in the carrots need time to release.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 60 seconds until the aroma is fragrant but not browned.
- Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir constantly for 2 minutes. Note: This toasts the flour, removing that raw taste and creating a stable roux.
- Slowly whisk in the turkey broth and milk, stirring over medium heat until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble.
- Lower the heat to low. Fold in the cubed leftover turkey, peas, corn, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir until the turkey is heated through and coated in a velvety sauce.
- Pour the mixture into a 9 inch deep dish pie plate. Note: Smooth the top with a spoon so the crust sits evenly.
- Drape the pot pie crust over the filling, trimming and pressing the edges against the rim. Cut 3–4 small slits in the center.
- Brush the top evenly with the beaten egg wash. Note: Use a light touch to avoid tearing the dough.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes until the crust is deep golden brown and the filling is bubbling through the vents.
- Let the pie rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Note: This is the hardest part, but it allows the sauce to set so it doesn't run.