CULTURE PROJECT

Heat oven to 425°F. Make pie crusts as directed on box for Two-Crust Pie using 9-inch glass pie pan.
In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until well blended. Gradually stir in broth and milk, cooking and stirring until bubbly and thickened.

• Heat oven to 425°F. Make pie crusts as directed on box for Two-Crust Pie using 9-inch glass pie pan. In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until well blended. Gradually stir in broth and milk, cooking and stirring until bubbly and thickened.

RECIPE CONT.

• Stir in chicken and mixed vegetables. Remove from heat. Spoon chicken mixture into crust-lined pan. Top with second crust; seal edge and flute. Cut slits in several places in top crust. Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until crust is golden brown. During last 15 to 20 minutes of baking, cover crust edge with strips of foil to prevent excessive browning. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

FACTS

• Pot pie can be traced back to the age of the Roman Empire
• It can be used making left over chicken, or fresh chicken baked for the pie.

SIGNIFICANCE

• My family always makes a chicken pot pie around the holidays. It's always a fun tradition we have and it's also a good meal. During the season, my sister comes home from college and we get to make something together. We also get to have some fun before she goes back. I always make one with her.

HOW IT EFFECTS THE BODY

• Chicken, which is the main ingredient, is a good source of protein.
• Peas, commonly used in pot pies, are high in antioxidants, which can help digestion.