METHOD. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Press the edge on to the pastry strip to seal, and trim any excess with a sharp knife. Add the leeks and cook for 2 minutes until softened. If you like, you can choose a close date a week or more after the event. We reserve the right to remove, edit, or move any messages for any reason. Hi, is the 2x quantity pastry in the ingredients list for the whole pie made using double the listed ingredients for the pastry, or will the listed amounts in the pastry ingredients make the 2 quantities needed for the pie? The DH Team. Tap the blade of a small sharp knife all along the outside edge of the pastry (this helps the edge to rise during cooking), then flute it using the back of the knife. I have not always had the best outcomes with pastry but this was a winner. Place on top of the pie and trim the excess pastry. Remove from pan, set aside and keep warm. Place over filling. Put the eggs in boiling water and boil for 6 minutes. Pour in the chicken stock a third at a time, stirring continuously and making sure the sauce is thick and smooth before adding the next batch. Good Food DealReceive a free Graze box delivered straight to your door. Reserve a quarter of the pastry for decoration and roll out the remainder to a shape about 5cm larger than the top of the pie dish, then cut a 2.5cm strip from all round the edge. You will need to double those ingredients to make enough pastry for the 2 quantities needed. Alternatively, is there a different pastry that could be used? Add the chicken and cook, in batches, for 4–5 minutes or until golden. We will permanently ban all users who do so. Mark the veins of the leaves with the tip of a sharp knife. thank you. Definitely a meal on rotation at my house. To make the eggwash, place the egg and cream in a bowl and mix to combine. I used chicken mince and added sweetcorn. Some people choose to have their gifts arrive unwrapped for environmental reasons and convenience. Add the flour and cook for 2 minutes. In the middle of making it for dinner tonight such comforting aromas floating about my kitchen. We ask you to set a close date for your registry in order for us to know when to deliver your gifts. Hope this helps! Cut the wider strips diagonally to make eight diamond leaf shapes. Add the egg and milk and process for 2 minutes or until a smooth dough forms. Roll out the pastry you put aside earlier. Line a 31cm-round lightly greased pie tin with the pastry. Brush with the eggwash and bake for 35–40 minutes or until the pastry is golden. X. Hi Rochelle, we haven’t tested this so we can’t guarantee it will turn out the same. You may choose to have your gifts arrive beautifully wrapped or simply in their original packaging. Strip the meat off the chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces and put in a 1.7-litre pie dish. Transfer the chicken to a plate. Fill with the chicken mixture. Roll half the pastry out between 2 sheets of non-stick baking paper to 3mm-thick. Put the chicken into a deep pan that is just large enough to hold it quite snugly. Choose the type of message you'd like to post, Magazine subscription – save 44% and get a cookbook of your choice. Heat the butter and oil in a large frying pan and fry the bacon until crisp. Quarter the eggs and nestle them in the pie dish among the chicken pieces. To make the eggwash, place the egg and cream in a bowl and mix to combine. Hi Steve, the listed pastry ingredients is enough to make 1 quantity of the shortcrust parmesan pastry. To make the shortcrust parmesan pastry, place the flour, cheese, butter and salt in the bowl of a food processor and process for 1–2 minutes or until the mixture resembles … Flip the pastry lid over the rolling pin, lift it up and unroll over the pie. Brush the strip with water. Press … Brush with egg. Family pleaser, the amount of Parmesan in the recipe is slightly overpowering for us, which I love Parmesan but we half the amount of Parmesan! Bursting with seasonal flavours, this easy pie recipe is perfect for entertaining. Cut 8 long strips each about 1cm wide, and two more strips each about 4cm wide. Pour in enough water to half-cover the bird, then tip in the peppercorns, bay leaves, thyme, onion and celery. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Stir in the mustard, crème fraîche and parsley, then add a squeeze of lemon juice and black pepper to taste. i used store brought pastry and used two sheets for extra crunch, turned out perfect. Add the milk, salt and pepper and cook for a further 3 minutes or until thickened. Brush the edge of the dish with water and stick the pastry strip to it. Heat the butter and oil in a large frying pan and fry the bacon until crisp. Bake for 30-35 mins until the pastry is crisp, puffed up and deep golden brown. Brush again with egg and arrange the leaves in the centre, between the strips. Will keep in the fridge for one day – just add 4-5 mins to baking time. Spoon filling into dish; roll out remaining pastry sheet slightly to fit pie dish. That way, people who were unable to make a purchase before the event can still choose a gift. I love this pie, we make it almost monthly! Become a member of donnahay.com and receive VIP offers, behind-the-scenes previews and exclusive content direct to your inbox, 2 x quantities shortcrust parmesan pastry (see below). Spoon over the chicken and leave to cool. Delicious. This was a delicious pie, although I found the parmesan flavour to be very strong. By registering at this site you agree not to post any messages that are obscene, vulgar, slanderous, hateful, threatening, or that violate any laws. Chill the pie for 15 mins, if you have time, to set the pastry. To make the shortcrust parmesan pastry, place the flour, cheese, butter and salt in the bowl of a food processor and process for 1–2 minutes or until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. New! Preheat oven to 180ºC (350ºF). Make our comforting chicken and leek pie with a flaky puff pastry crust. Add the leeks and cook for … Drain, cool them under cold water and remove the shells. Add the butter, leeks, garlic and thyme to the pan and cook for 7–8 minutes or until softened. Add salt if needed. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. I made this recipe and it was delicious. Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Roll the remaining pastry out between 2 sheets of non-stick baking paper to 3mm-thick. Thanks DH team. Let us know how you go! Add ½ tsp salt and bring to the boil on the hob, then reduce the heat, cover tightly and simmer for 1 hr-1 hr 15 until tender. Make a hole in the lid centre with the tip of the knife, to allow steam to escape as the pie bakes. Is it possible to reduce the amount of parmesan without ruining the pastry? Strain 425ml of the stock into a measuring jug (top up with water if you need to). Return the chicken to the sauce and refrigerate until cooled completely. All messages posted at this site express the views of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the owners and administrators of this site. Brush the pastry lid with beaten egg, then lay the eight thin strips on top, as in the picture. This chicken pie is a family favourite.