Introduction:
Warm up on a chilly night with this comforting venison pot pie recipe. The flaky pastry crust filled with tender venison, vegetables, and savory gravy is sure to be a hit with your family. This hearty dish is perfect for a cozy dinner at home or for serving guests at a dinner party. Enjoy the rich flavors and satisfying textures of this delicious pot pie!
Preparation time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes | Serves: 6
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs venison, cubed
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 sheets puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a large skillet, brown the venison over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
- Stir in the carrots, celery, peas, beef broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
- Transfer the venison mixture to a baking dish.
- Roll out the puff pastry and place over the baking dish. Trim any excess pastry and crimp the edges.
- Brush the pastry with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy your venison pot pie!
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 450 || Fat: 20g || Carbohydrates: 35g || Protein: 30g
What I Love About This Recipe?
- The rich and savory gravy makes this venison pot pie incredibly flavorful.
- The tender venison pairs perfectly with the hearty vegetables.
- The flaky puff pastry topping adds a delicious crunch to every bite.
- This dish is a great way to enjoy venison in a comforting and satisfying meal.
- It’s a perfect recipe for using up leftover venison from hunting season.
What To Avoid While Making this Recipe?
- Avoid overcooking the venison to prevent it from becoming tough and chewy.
- Avoid adding too much salt as the beef broth already contains some sodium.
- Avoid skipping the puff pastry topping as it adds a delicious finishing touch to the pot pie.
- Avoid overcrowding the skillet when browning the venison to ensure even cooking.
- Avoid over-mixing the filling once all the ingredients are combined to prevent it from becoming mushy.