Creamy Meat and Vegetable Pot Pie With Herbed Dumplings 🥧
Description: Sometimes a whole turkey or chicken is too much of a good thing – here’s a delicious way to use up the leftovers. Homey, wonderful, comforting.
Recipe Category: Savory Pies
Keywords: One Dish Meal, Chicken, Pork, Poultry, Onions, Vegetable, Meat, Kid Friendly, Brunch, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| For the Meat Mixture: | For the Herbed Dumplings: |
|---|---|
| 2 tbsp butter | 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour |
| 1 onion, chopped | 1 tbsp baking powder |
| 4 carrots, sliced | 1/2 tsp salt |
| 2 celery ribs, chopped | 1/2 tsp dried oregano |
| 1/3 cup dry white wine | 1/2 tsp dried parsley |
| 2 tbsp all-purpose flour | Pepper to taste |
| 3 cups broth | 1/2 cup milk |
| 3/4 cup heavy cream | |
| 2 egg yolks | |
| 2 cups cooked meat (chicken, pork, etc.), shredded or diced | |
| 1 tsp dried rosemary | |
| Salt and pepper to taste |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Meat Mixture:
- In a saucepan, melt butter over moderately-low heat.
- Add chopped onions, sliced carrots, and chopped celery ribs.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
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Add Flavor:
- Pour in the dry white wine and cook the mixture for 3 minutes.
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Create the Roux:
- Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour and cook the roux, stirring, for another 3 minutes.
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Thicken the Sauce:
- Slowly add the broth to the saucepan, whisking constantly.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, continuing to whisk.
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Make it Creamy:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and egg yolks.
- Gradually whisk about ½ cup of the hot sauce into the cream mixture to temper it.
- Slowly add the cream mixture back into the saucepan, whisking continuously.
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Add Meat and Seasonings:
- Stir in the cooked meat, dried rosemary, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Let the mixture simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
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Prepare the Herbed Dumplings:
- In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, dried oregano, dried parsley, and pepper.
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Make the Batter:
- Stir in the milk until a thick batter forms.
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Cook the Dumplings:
- Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter onto the simmering meat mixture.
- Be careful not to let the liquid boil vigorously.
- Simmer the dumplings, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
- Then, cover the pot and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.
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Serve and Enjoy!
- Ladle the creamy meat and vegetable pot pie into bowls.
- Top each serving with a couple of the herbed dumplings.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of dried herbs, if desired.
- Serve hot and savor the comforting flavors of this hearty dish!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 300.7
- Fat: 17.8g
- Saturated Fat: 10.5g
- Cholesterol: 124.1mg
- Sodium: 1055.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 27.6g
- Fiber: 2.3g
- Sugar: 3.8g
- Protein: 6g
This Creamy Meat and Vegetable Pot Pie with Herbed Dumplings is a fantastic way to transform leftover meats into a comforting, satisfying meal 🌟. The creamy sauce, packed with tender vegetables and flavorful meats, creates a delightful base for the fluffy, herb-infused dumplings 😋. Whether you’re looking for a cozy dinner option or a crowd-pleasing brunch dish, this pot pie recipe has you covered! Serve it piping hot and watch as your loved ones savor every delicious bite 🥄.
