If you're looking for a light and flaky biscuit or pie crust recipe, the key is in the butter. Using cold butter and working it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs will create a dough that bakes up tender and fluffy. Avoid overworking the dough, as this will develop the gluten and make the crust tough. Once the dough is formed, chill it for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This will help prevent the biscuits or crust from spreading too much in the oven. Follow the tips below for a perfect tea biscuit or pot pie top crust every time.
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BISCUIT TOPPING FOR POT PIE
I'm posting this so I don't keep losing it. My mom made this often - it's a buttery biscuity topping. It doesn't rise as high as regular biscuits, and you can just pour it over the pot pie. It comes out all golden brown and tasty. The pot pie part I make with leftover chicken, some frozen mixed veggies, and either leftover gravy or cream of chicken soup.
Provided by JoyceJoann
Categories Savory Pies
Time 1h
Yield 1 potpie, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- mix together, pour over pot pie, bake @350 for 45 minute.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.8, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 409.9, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.1, Protein 4.7
TURKEY POTPIE WITH A BISCUIT CRUST
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- To make the filling: In a large (14-inch) ovenproof skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the bell pepper, onion, carrot, and garlic and saute until soft.
- Stir in the peas, corn and thyme. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and then add the chicken broth and cream. Stir to distribute the flour and the liquids. Simmer until the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes. Stir in the turkey and add salt and pepper to taste. Set the mixture aside to cool slightly.
- To make the biscuit top crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. Whisk for thirty seconds to combine and evenly distribute the leavening. Add the shortening and butter and toss to coat the fat a bit with the flour. Using your fingertips, gently work the fats into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal with some pea-size chunks of fat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg, and add this to the flour mixture. Stir together with a wooden spoon. Then, gently work through the mixture with your hands to separate any wet patches and bring the dough together.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured work surface, sprinkle with the minced thyme and knead gently until it just holds together. Pat it into a rough 1/2-inch-tall disk and cut it into 7 biscuits using a 3-inch round biscuit cutter. (Bake off the scraps and use for croutons in the Broccoli Salad recipe.)
- To assemble: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Top the filling in the skillet with the biscuit rounds. Brush the tops with egg wash and sprinkle them with sea salt.
- Bake the potpie for 25 to 30 minutes, until the filling is bubbling and the biscuits are golden brown.
TEA BISCUITS OR POT PIE TOP CRUST
Easy to make and delicious! My Mom used to make these biscuits for after school snacks with butter, cheese, jam . . . Also great with stews or gravies, and as a top crust for pot pies!
Provided by hollyberry
Categories Savory Pies
Time 35m
Yield 8-12 biscuits
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Grease baking sheet.
- Stir all dry ingredients together.
- Add the milk and margarine and stir until mixed - dough will be sticky!
- Turn onto well-floured counter and knead 7 times.
- Roll dough to desired thickness (1" for biscuits or 1/2" for pot pie tops).
- Cut biscuits and place on baking sheet.
- Whisk egg and brush it onto the tops and sides of biscuits. If desired - top with grated cheddar cheese (I prefer them plain - hubby likes cheese).
- Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and done.
MOM'S FABULOUS CHICKEN POT PIE WITH BISCUIT CRUST
Leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken from the supermarket helps on the ease of preparation of this fabulous comfort style dinner. Fresh vegetables gives this a very special added flavor and is worth the effort. Everyone loves Mom's Chicken Pot Pie! Serve with a green salad.
Provided by Pam
Categories Main Dish Recipes Savory Pie Recipes Pot Pie Recipes Chicken Pot Pie Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat, and cook the onion, celery, and carrots until the celery and carrots are tender, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in peas, parsley, thyme and flour, and cook, stirring constantly, until the flour coats the vegetables and begins to fry, about 5 minutes. Whisk in chicken broth and half-and-half, and cook until the sauce is thick and bubbling. Season to taste with salt and black pepper, and mix in the chicken meat.
- Transfer the chicken, vegetables, and sauce into a 2-quart baking dish. Arrange biscuits on top of the filling. In a small bowl, beat egg yolk with water; brush egg yolk on the biscuits.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the biscuits are golden brown and the pie filling is bubbling, 20 to 25 minutes. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.4 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Cholesterol 120.4 mg, Fat 31.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 1026.1 mg, Sugar 10.4 g
EASY POT PIE WITH PIE CRUST
This pot pie recipe is super easy, and it makes a great way to use up leftover turkey and chicken especially if you have pie crust on hand.
Provided by Breannazar
Categories Main Dish Recipes Savory Pie Recipes Pot Pie Recipes Chicken Pot Pie Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes. Drain and season potatoes with salt.
- Combine cooked potatoes, gravy, peas and carrots, and chicken in a bowl.
- Press 1 crust into a 9-inch pie pan. Pour potato mixture into crust and cover with second crust. Pinch edges to close pie, and trim off any excess from edges. Make a small cut in the center of the crust. Brush the top with beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 543.4 calories, Carbohydrate 51.8 g, Cholesterol 59.2 mg, Fat 29.3 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 952.9 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
CHEESY BISCUIT POT PIES
This meal is super simple. It involves a can of biscuits, a bag of frozen vegetables, seasoned and seared chicken and melted Cheddar cheese. And because they're mini pot pies, the cute meter is practically shattered. You don't even have to grease the ramekins. The biscuits have flecks of butter in them that'll keep them easy to pop out.
Provided by Bev Weidner
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven according to the temperature on the biscuit tube.
- Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the chicken with the Italian seasoning and a pinch of salt. Sear, covered, on one side for 5 minutes. Flip, cover and sear for 4 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and let rest a few minutes, then give it a good chop.
- Combine the chicken with the vegetables, milk, flour and some salt in a large bowl.
- Roll out each biscuit on a lightly-floured surface until about 5 inches wide, then lightly press each one into a ramekin. Evenly fill each ramekin with the chicken and veggie mixture, then top with the cheese. Bake until the cheese starts to brown and bubble and the biscuit dough is cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes. Garnish with the parsley.
Tips:
- Use cold butter: Cold butter creates flaky layers in the dough, resulting in a tender and crispy crust.
- Work the dough quickly: Overworking the dough can develop the gluten, making it tough. Work the dough just until it comes together to prevent a tough crust.
- Chill the dough before rolling: Chilling the dough helps firm it up, making it easier to roll and less likely to tear.
- Roll the dough evenly: Roll the dough to an even thickness to ensure even cooking.
- Bake the crust at a high temperature: A high baking temperature helps create a crispy crust.
- Brush the crust with milk or egg wash: Brushing the crust with milk or egg wash helps it brown and gives it a shiny appearance.
Conclusion:
With careful attention to detail and a few simple tips, you can create delicious and flaky tea biscuits or pot pie top crusts that will elevate your baking to the next level. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these recipes provide a solid foundation for creating perfect pastries every time. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's start baking!
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