Recipe For Ham And Turkey Pie

So, there I was, standing in the kitchen, staring at the remains of our Christmas feast. A turkey carcass, a ham bone, and a mountain of leftovers that seemed to mock me, "What are you going to do with us now, huh?" I could've frozen them, sure, but I'm more of a 'waste not, want not' kinda gal. Plus, I had this sudden urge to create something new, something delicious, something... pie-ish.

And that, my friends, is how our little Ham and Turkey Pie adventure began. Now, I know what you're thinking, "Pie? Again? Aren't you tired of pies yet?" Well, let me tell you, I could never tire of pie. It's like the ultimate comfort food, and it's incredibly versatile. You can put almost anything in a pie, and it'll taste amazing. Okay, maybe not anything. I draw the line at sushi.

Gather Your Troops

First things first, you'll need to gather your troops. For this pie, we're talking turkey, ham, some veggies, and a creamy sauce to hold it all together. Here's what you'll need:

• 1 cooked turkey, about 2 cups worth, shredded or chopped
• 1 cooked ham, about 1.5 cups worth, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 tbsp flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 pie crust, homemade or store-bought, rolled out

Now, I know what you're thinking, "That's a lot of ingredients!" But remember, we're using leftovers here. You've probably got most of this stuff hanging out in your fridge already. And if not, well, it's an excuse to buy more food. Win-win!

Let's Get Saucy

Alright, let's start with the sauce. It's basically a roux, which is just a fancy French word for 'butter and flour'. Melt some butter in a pan, add your flour, and stir it around until it turns golden. Then, slowly add your chicken broth, stirring constantly. Once it's thickened up, add your milk, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for a bit, then set it aside.

While the sauce is doing its thing, you can start chopping your veggies. You know the drill - onion, carrots, celery, garlic. Sauté them in a bit of oil until they're soft. Then, add your turkey and ham. Stir it all around, getting everything nice and coated in the veggie goodness.

Assembly Time

Now comes the fun part - assembly! Grab your pie dish and line it with your rolled-out pie crust. Press it in there, making sure it's nice and snug. Then, dump in your turkey and ham mixture. Pour that delicious sauce over the top, making sure it's evenly distributed. Finally, top it all off with your second pie crust. Crimp the edges, cut some slits in the top for ventilation, and brush it with a bit of milk for that golden finish.

Pop it in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. And there you have it - a delicious, comforting, leftover-saving Ham and Turkey Pie!

But Wait, There's More!

Now, I know some of you might be thinking, "This is all well and good, but I don't have any leftovers. What do I do?" Well, my friends, you can still make this pie! Just cook your turkey and ham specifically for this purpose. It's a bit more work, sure, but it's totally worth it. And hey, you'll have a delicious pie to show for it!

And there you have it - a recipe for Ham and Turkey Pie that's as comforting as it is delicious. It's the perfect way to use up your leftovers, or just to treat yourself to a delicious pie. So, what are you waiting for? Get in that kitchen and start pie-ing!