Description
Mini Mushroom & Gruyère Pot Pies with Thyme are rich, savory individual pies filled with a creamy mushroom and cheese mixture, all topped with golden puff pastry. Perfect for cozy dinners or elegant entertaining, they deliver refined comfort in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb mixed mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, or button), sliced
- 1 medium onion or 2 shallots, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup vegetable or mushroom broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease or butter 4 ramekins or small baking dishes.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until their moisture releases and they become golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and thyme. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture and stir to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Slowly pour in the broth while stirring to create a smooth, thickened sauce.
- Add heavy cream and stir in Gruyère cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Divide the mushroom mixture evenly among the prepared ramekins.
- Cut the puff pastry into squares slightly larger than the ramekins. Place over the top, pressing the edges gently to seal.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg and cut a small slit in the center for steam to escape.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden and puffed.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Add spinach, kale, or leeks for extra vegetables and flavor.
- Substitute Gruyère with Swiss, fontina, or mozzarella if preferred.
- Make the pies dairy-free with plant-based cream, butter, and cheese alternatives.
- Add a splash of white wine to the filling for added depth.
- Freeze before baking for an easy make-ahead meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pot pie
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
