Make them whatever size you want; we like small ramekins for mini-size portions for the kids!
Im known as the leftovers guy because Im always thinking ofnew ways to use leftovers.
Thanksgiving always has an abundance of leftovers, so youd better believe I get excited about it!
Nick Evans
This year Im all about Turkey Pot Pies.
Plus, the individual serving size works perfectly for little kids.
What Turkey to Use for Pot Pies?
Nick Evans
No need to be picky; just use what you have!
Just see to it to chop it well so there are no huge pieces in the final pot pie.
Shred it up and itll work great in a quick chicken pot pie!
Nick Evans
Can I Use Leftover Gravy?
What is leftover gravy?!
Im not sure Ive ever seen leftover gravy.
Nick Evans
(Sort of.)
Can I Use Leftover Pie Crust?
But Im also all about store-bought pie crust in this case.
Nick Evans
Youve been cooking a lot and its fine to take a shortcut on this one!
What Kind of Bakeware Do I Need for These Pies?
I make these turkey pot pies in ramekins.
Nick Evans
Round8-ounce ramekinswill give you a good kid-sized pot pie and an18-ounce ramekinis good for adult portions.
Can I Make These Pot Pies in Advance?
it’s possible for you to absolutely make these in advance if that works better for your schedule.
Nick Evans
I would prep them completely up to the final baking step.
They will keep great in the fridge, ready to go, for a few days.
Leftover pot pie will also keep well in the fridge for up to five days.
Nick Evans
Reheat them in a 350F oven until warmed through and piping hot.
The Kid Report Card
My kids were incredibly skeptical about what was going on here.
I tried to explain to them that the delicious dinner wasunder the pie crust.
Nick Evans
(Turns out that is not the most appealing way to eat a pot pie.)
More Recipes to Make With Leftover Turkey!
Leftover Turkey Pot Pies
it’s possible for you to use any size or shape of ramekin.
Nick Evans
Round works best, but oblong is okay as well and you get more crust with that shape.
Once the butter has melted, add onions, carrots, and celery.
Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Nick Evans
Stir in chopped turkey and season with the salt and pepper.
Add flour to the filling and stir until the mixture is smooth.
Cook for a minute or two to cook out the flour taste.
Then slowly whisk in the stock to form a light gravy.
If the gravy seems too thick, add more stock or water by the 1/4 cup.
When gravy is done, add peas and fresh thyme and remove from heat.
Divide the pot pie filling between ramekins.
Fill ramekins up about 3/4 of the way full to prevent overflowing.
(it’s possible for you to use any size or shape of ramekin.
Round works best, but oblong is okay as well and you get more crust with that shape.)
Cover ramekins with a top piece of pie crust, either store-bought or homemade.
Whisk egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush on pie crust.
Let the pot pies cool for a few minutes before serving.
Leftover pot pie will keep well in the fridge for up to five days.
Reheat them in a 350F oven until warmed through and piping hot.
