– For the filling:
– 2 cups seafood mix (shrimp, scallops, crab)
– 1 cup diced carrots
– 1 cup frozen peas
– 1 cup diced potatoes
– 1/2 cup chopped onion
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 cups seafood stock
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
– Salt and pepper to taste
– For the Cheddar Bay Biscuit topping:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 3/4 cup whole milk
– 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
– 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Creating Cheddar Bay Biscuit Seafood Pot Pie can be simple if you follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Filling: In a large skillet, sauté onions and garlic until translucent. Add carrots, potatoes, and peas; cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Make the Sauce: Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, stirring to coat them evenly. Gradually add seafood stock and cream, stirring continuously until thickened.
4. Add Seafood and Seasoning: Fold in the seafood mix and Old Bay seasoning. Allow it to simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the seafood filling into a greased baking dish.
6. Make the Biscuit Topping: In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt together. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the cheddar cheese and milk until just combined.
7. Form Biscuits: Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough over the seafood filling, covering it as evenly as possible.
8. Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
9. Cool Slightly: Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
10. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh parsley on top for a pop of color before serving.
This step-by-step guide will lead you toward a successful and satisfying cooking experience!