Left-Over Turkey Pot Pie

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1
How to Make Left-Over Turkey Pot Pie
in Dinner

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/3 cup all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 1/2 cups prepared turkey gravy
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup milk
1 package frozen mixed vegetables , thawed and drained
3 cups cooked turkey , cubed
salt and ground black pepper to taste ( optional )
1 pastry for a 10-inch double crust pie

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
476
Sugar
7g
Fat
27g
After Thanksgiving, many families have left-over turkey that needs to be used up. One delicious and easy way to do this is by making a left-over turkey pot pie. This dish is a great way to use up any leftover vegetables you may have as well. Pot pies have been a popular comfort food in North America since the early 19th century. They are made up of a filling of meat and vegetables, covered with a pastry crust, and baked until golden brown. Left-over turkey pot pie is a dish that is sure to satisfy your cravings for comfort food while using up your leftover turkey.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
2.In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions, mushrooms, and garlic. Cook until onions are soft and translucent.
3.Sprinkle flour, sage, and thyme over vegetables and stir to combine.
4.Slowly pour in the turkey gravy, water, and milk, stirring constantly. Cook and stir constantly until mixture thickens.
5.Stir in the mixed vegetables and turkey. Add salt and black pepper (optional) to taste.
6.Pour mixture into a 10-inch pie dish. Cover with pastry crust and crimp the edges to seal.
7.Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and filling is hot and bubbly. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

Left-over turkey pot pie is an easy and delicious way to use up left-over Thanksgiving turkey.
This recipe is simple to make and can be customized with your favorite vegetables and herbs.

Left-over turkey pot pie can be made ahead of time and frozen for later.

Pot pies are a great comfort food on a cold winter day.

CONS

Pot pies can be high in calories, depending on the ingredients used.

Making a pot pie from scratch can be time-consuming.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Turkey is a lean protein source that is low in fat and high in essential nutrients like vitamin B and zinc. Vegetables like carrots and peas are high in fiber and vitamins A and C. Eating a balanced and varied diet that includes lean protein and vegetables can help with weight management and support overall health.

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