Ingredients

1/3 cup butter
2 cups quartered mushrooms
1/4 cup flour
1 cup chicken stock
2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
salt and pepper
4 cups diced cooked turkey or 4 cups chicken
1 1/2 cups diced cooked carrots
1 cup cooked peas
1 cup flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
1/3 cup cold butter
1/2 cup milk
If you're looking for a classic comfort food recipe with a twist, this turkey pot pie with dumpling crust is sure to hit the spot. Perfect for using up leftover turkey after the holidays, this recipe adds a unique and delicious dumpling crust to the traditional filling of cooked turkey, carrots, and peas in a creamy sauce. The result is a filling and satisfying dish that is perfect for a chilly winter evening. Top it off with a green salad for a well-rounded meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add mushrooms and sauté until softened.
3.Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until mixture is bubbly. Gradually stir in chicken stock and milk, cooking until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
4.Stir in thyme, Tabasco sauce, salt and pepper, turkey, carrots, and peas until combined.
5.For dumpling crust, in a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, parsley, and dill. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk until just moistened.
6.Pour turkey mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Drop spoonfuls of dumpling mixture on top, spacing evenly.
7.Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until dumpling crust is golden brown and filling is hot and bubbly.

PROS

This classic comfort food is perfect for using up leftover turkey after the holidays.

The dumpling crust adds a unique and delicious twist to the traditional recipe.

This dish is filling and satisfying, perfect for a chilly winter evening.

CONS

This recipe can be time-consuming to make, with multiple steps involved in preparing the filling and crust.

While this version uses turkey, it can also be made with chicken, which may not appeal to those looking for a more creative dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of protein from the turkey and veggies, as well as calcium and vitamin D from the milk used in the recipe.
However, the butter and flour used in the filling and crust add a significant amount of fat and calories, making it a dish best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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