Deep Dish Ham Pie
Satisfy your craving for comfort food with this indulgent Deep Dish Ham Pie, a hearty, homemade delight that combines a flaky, buttery crust with a rich, cheesy filling. Packed with diced ham, sweet peas, and tender carrots, this savory pie is expertly held together by a creamy cheddar-infused sauce that elevates every bite. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe showcases simple techniques like making a golden, lattice-worthy crust from scratch and adding a glossy egg wash for that bakery-style finish. Ready in just over an hour, this crowd-pleasing dish serves six and pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or a side of roasted veggies. Whether you’re looking for a way to use up leftover ham or simply want a warm, satisfying meal, this deep dish pie is bound to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups Cold unsalted butter
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 2 cups Diced ham
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 1 cup Diced carrots
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 unit Egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt. Cut 0.75 cups of cold unsalted butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture.
Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add 6 tablespoons of ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a ball, divide it in half, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Whisk in 0.25 cups of all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
Slowly add 2 cups of milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
Stir in 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, and 0.5 teaspoons of black pepper. Mix until the cheese is fully melted.
Add 2 cups of diced ham, 1 cup of frozen peas, and 1 cup of diced carrots to the cheese sauce. Stir to combine and remove from heat.
Roll out one disc of dough on a floured surface to fit a deep-dish pie pan. Gently press it into the pan, leaving an overhang around the edges.
Pour the ham and vegetable filling into the prepared crust.
Roll out the second disc of dough and place it over the filling. Trim and crimp the edges to seal the pie.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg yolk and 1 tablespoon of water. Brush the top crust with the egg wash and cut a few small slits in the center to allow steam to escape.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
Allow the pie to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
811 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.0 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.2 g | 151% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 192 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 1155 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 32.7 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 342 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 543 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
