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Vegan Thanksgiving Pot Pie: 1 Amazing Recipe

Vegan Thanksgiving Pot Pie

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A hearty and festive Vegan Thanksgiving Pot Pie, featuring a savory vegetable filling in a creamy dairy-free gravy, all enclosed in a flaky golden crust. This plant-based dish is the perfect centerpiece for your holiday celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil or vegan butter
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 ribs celery, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 cups diced potatoes (Yukon Gold or russet)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • ½ cup unsweetened plant-based milk (almond or oat)
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp sage
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 sheet vegan puff pastry or pie crust
  • Optional Add-Ins: Cubed tofu “turkey” or baked tofu, Mushrooms for earthy flavor, Fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley

Instructions

  1. Prepare filling: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic for 3–4 minutes until soft.
  2. Add vegetables: Stir in carrots, celery, potatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Make gravy base: Sprinkle flour over veggies and stir to coat. Cook 1–2 minutes.
  4. Gradually add broth and plant milk, stirring to form a smooth sauce.
  5. Season: Add thyme, sage, and other herbs. Simmer 10–12 minutes until thickened and potatoes are tender. Stir in peas.
  6. Preheat oven: Set oven to 425°F (220°C).
  7. Assemble pie: Transfer filling to a greased pie dish. Place crust over filling, seal edges, cut slits, and brush with plant milk.
  8. Bake: Bake 25–30 minutes until crust is golden brown and flaky.
  9. Cool & serve: Let sit 10 minutes before serving for cleaner slices.

Notes

  • Don’t overcook filling; veggies finish in the oven.
  • Use quality vegan puff pastry or pie crust for best results.
  • Add baked tofu, seitan, or lentils for extra protein.
  • Make filling ahead and assemble before baking.
  • Freeze unbaked pie for up to 1 month.

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