Lobster Pot Pie (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 pound fresh lobster meat, cooked and chopped

→ Dairy

02 - 1 cup heavy cream
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 1 egg (for egg wash)

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 onion, chopped
06 - 2 carrots, diced
07 - 2 celery stalks, diced
08 - 1 cup frozen peas

→ Herbs & Seasonings

09 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
10 - 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
11 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
12 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Pantry Items

13 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
14 - 1 sheet of puff pastry or pie dough

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
02 - In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until soft, about 5-7 minutes.
03 - Stir in the flour and cook for another minute. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
04 - Fold in the chopped lobster meat, peas, thyme, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
05 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry or pie dough to fit your baking dish. Press it gently into the dish.
06 - Pour the lobster filling into the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
07 - Place the rolled-out pastry over the filling, sealing the edges. Cut slits for steam to escape and brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
08 - Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
09 - Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
10 - Slice and serve warm.

# Notes:

01 - This elegant dish combines tender lobster with a rich, creamy sauce under a flaky pastry crust.