Ultimate Turkey Pot Pie

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup half-and-half
• 2 cups diced cooked turkey
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
• 1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
• 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 refrigerated pie crust
• 1 egg, beaten

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook for 5 minutes, or until softened.
3. Add the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, oregano, and parsley and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Stir in the chicken broth and half-and-half. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until thickened.
5. Remove from the heat and stir in the turkey, vegetables, corn, and peas.
6. Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch pie plate. Sprinkle the cheese over the top.
7. Unroll the pie crust and place over the top of the filling. Trim the excess dough and press the edges to seal.
8. Brush the top of the crust with the beaten egg.
9. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
10. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Turkey pot pie is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients.
• The dish is a great way to use up leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or other holidays.
• This dish can be frozen and reheated for easy meals throughout the week.