HAM AND CHEESE POT PIE

Ham and Cheese Pot Pie image

Provided by Amy H.

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pie crust homemade or other
2 c diced ham
1/4 c all purpose flour
1/2 stick butter + 2 tbsp. butter, divided
2 c milk
1 c shredded cheddar cheese
salt & pepper to taste
1/2 c frozen peas
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
1 small onion, finely diced
2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes

Steps:

1. arrange half of pie pastry into deep dish pie plate. Bake in oven at 400 degrees for 10 minutes or until pie crust is just barely golden.
2. Par-boil potatoes and carrots until just barely tender, drain.
3. Melt 1 Tbsp. butter in skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and ham. Saute until ham is browned and onions are soft. Remove ham and onions to a plate, set aside.
4. Add 1/2 stick to pan and melt butter. Stir in 1/2 cup flour, stirring constantly for a minute or two until starting to brown. Pour in 2 cups milk and shredded cheese.
5. Turn heat to medium. Stir liquid until thickened and smooth and cheese has completely incorporated into liquid. (About 10 minutes) Salt & pepper to taste.
6. Add carrots, potatoes, ham, onion, and frozen peas to liquid and mix until well combined.
7. Pour mixture into bottom pie pastry. Cover with top pastry and seal edges.
8. Brush top of pie crust with butter. Bake at 400 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until golden golden and flaky on top.