Description
There’s something incredibly comforting about a warm, savory pot pie fresh from the oven. This Cozy & Flavorful Black-Eyed Pea Pot Pie combines tender black-eyed peas, hearty vegetables, and a creamy sauce, all wrapped in a golden, flaky crust. Inspired by Southern traditions, it’s a nourishing and indulgent dish perfect for cozy evenings, family dinners, or festive occasions. This recipe transforms humble black-eyed peas into a delicious, wholesome meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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2 cups cooked black-eyed peas (or 1 can, drained and rinsed)
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 medium carrots, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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1 medium potato, peeled and diced
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1 cup frozen peas
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1 cup vegetable broth
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1/2 cup milk or plant-based milk
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 sheet store-bought puff pastry or homemade pie crust
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, carrots, celery, and potatoes. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are slightly tender.
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Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir for 1-2 minutes to thicken the filling.
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Gradually stir in vegetable broth and milk. Add thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Fold in the cooked black-eyed peas and frozen peas. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through. Remove from heat.
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Transfer the filling into the prepared pie dish. Roll out the puff pastry or pie crust and place it over the filling, trimming excess. Press edges to seal and cut small slits on top.
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Brush the crust with beaten egg for a golden finish.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden and puffed.
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Let the pot pie rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes