A warm, simple dish filled with roasted fall vegetables topped with a flaky puff pastry, perfect for comforting family meals.
Servings 6servings
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Ingredients
For the Roasted Vegetables
2cupsbutternut squash, peeled and cubed
1cupcarrots, peeled and sliced
1cupparsnips, peeled and sliced
1cupsweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1.5cupsbrussels sprouts, halved
2tablespoonsolive oil
to tastesalt and pepper
1tablespoonfresh thyme, chopped
1teaspoonfresh rosemary, chopped
For the Sauce
1tablespoonbutter
1mediumonion, chopped
2clovesgarlic, minced
2tablespoonsall-purpose flour
2cupsvegetable broth
1/2cupheavy cream
For the Pot Pie
1sheetpuff pastry, thawed
1eggbeaten (for egg wash)
Method
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, combine butternut squash, carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes, and brussels sprouts. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Toss until vegetables are well-coated.
Spread vegetables evenly on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until tender and caramelized. Remove from oven and set aside.
Making the Sauce
In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the flour, cooking and stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer, allowing the mixture to thicken for about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream and roasted vegetables, combining all ingredients well. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper if needed, then remove from heat.
Assembly and Baking
Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut it into rounds slightly larger than the tops of your oven-safe bowls or ramekins.
Divide the vegetable mixture among the bowls. Place a puff pastry round on top of each bowl, pressing the edges to seal.
Brush the tops with the beaten egg to achieve a golden brown finish during baking.
Place the bowls on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is puffed and golden brown.
Serve hot, accompanied by a simple side salad or steamed greens to balance the richness. To store, cool leftovers to room temperature and cover. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.