"Rustic potpie turns into an elegant meal when baked in individual ramekins. Top each one with a square of purchased puff pastry and bake until golden, crisp, and piping hot...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 shallot, finely chopped
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3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 carrot, peeled and thinly sliced crosswise
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1 small parsnip, peeled and sliced into rounds
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1 russet potato, peeled and diced
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1/2 cup dry white wine
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1 1/2 cups chicken stock
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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3 thyme sprigs
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Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
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5 teaspoons cornstarch whisked with 2 tablespoons water
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1 package (14 ounces) puff pastry, cut into four 4 1/4-inch squares
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1 large egg, lightly beaten