Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and grease six ramekins.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter with 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet.
- Add 1 finely chopped shallot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves for an additional minute.
- Introduce 500g of mixed mushrooms, cooking for 7-8 minutes until tender. Season with 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, stir well, and cook for 1 minute. Pour in 120ml of dry white wine, and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually stir in 240ml of whole milk, thickening the mixture over 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and fold in 100g of shredded Gruyère cheese and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard (if using).
- Roll out 1 sheet of puff pastry into thin rounds. Cut out six rounds slightly larger than the ramekin's diameter.
- Spoon the cooled filling into each ramekin, fill them 3/4 full, and cover with pastry, sealing the edges. Cut a slit in the pastry for steam to escape.
- Brush tops with a beaten egg for a glossy finish, sprinkle with thyme leaves, and bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
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Notes
These pot pies can be made ahead by preparing the filling in advance, then freezing them unbaked for longer storage.
