Basil Biscuit Topped Chicken Pot Pie

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Good old comfort food! Created for rsc #6!

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Steps

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For the base: combine all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl.

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Spread evenly in a 8 x 8 casserole dish.

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For the biscuit topping:.

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Place flour , basil , sugar , baking powder , salt , pepper , and powdered milk into a medium bowl.

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Cut shortening into ingredients with pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles fine crumbs.

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Stir in just enough water so dough leaves side of bowl and forms a ball.

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Place dough onto lightly floured surface.

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Knead lightly 20 to 25 times.

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Roll or pat 1 / 2 inch thick.

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Spread over filling and brush with egg.

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Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes or until crust browns and filling bubbles.

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Ingredients

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cooked chicken, onion, red potatoes, chicken stock, mixed vegetables, sage, parsley, celery salt, flour, shortening, all-purpose flour, fresh basil leaves, sugar, baking powder, salt, cracked black pepper, water, powdered milk, egg