Introduction: Chicken pot pie is the epitome of comfort food. With its buttery, flaky crust and rich, creamy filling loaded with tender chicken and vegetables, this dish is perfect for a cozy dinner at home. It’s the kind of recipe that fills your home with an inviting aroma and satisfies everyone at the table.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1/2 cup frozen corn
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1/3 cup flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 refrigerated pie crust (top and bottom)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large saucepan, melt butter and stir in flour, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Gradually add chicken broth and milk, cooking until thickened.
- Stir in chicken and vegetables, then pour the mixture into a pie dish.
- Cover with the pie crust, seal the edges, and cut slits for ventilation.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden.
Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe
Introduction: Spaghetti Carbonara is a classic Italian pasta dish that is simple yet luxurious. Made with just a few ingredients like eggs, cheese, pancetta, and black pepper, it’s a creamy, savory dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The magic of Carbonara lies in the velvety sauce created by combining the eggs and cheese with hot pasta, forming a dish that’s both comforting and sophisticated.
Ingredients:
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 4 oz pancetta or bacon, diced
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Instructions:
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, cook pancetta until crispy, then remove from heat.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cheese, and black pepper.
- Toss the hot spaghetti with the egg mixture, pancetta, and reserved pasta water until creamy.
- Serve immediately with extra cheese.