Lobster and Crab Pot Pie

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   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface, to about 1/2-inch thickness.

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   Using a round pastry cutter or cookie cutter, about 3 inches in diameter, cut out 6 round disks.

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   Brush each disk with the beaten egg, coating the pastry well.

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   Arrange on a greased baking sheet and bake until the pastry rises and is golden brown, about 15 to 20 minutes.

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   When baked, remove from oven and allow to cool.

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   Add the grapeseed oil to a large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.

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   Add the onions and saute until soft and translucent (not caramelized), then add the lobster.

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   Saute until the lobster is cooked, about 5 to 8 minutes.

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   At this point, add the carrots and celery and saute a few more minutes until the vegetables are tender.

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    Stir in the flour and cook for about 5 minutes; this is the beginning of the roux.

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    Slowly begin adding the chicken stock, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens.

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    *Add the milk, slowly and stir until incorporated to the desired thickness.

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    Reduce the heat to a simmer and continue to cook for a further 10 to 12 minutes.

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    Just before serving add the crabmeat and the peas and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, to taste.

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    To serve, spoon into small bowls, sprinkle with chopped chives and top with a puff pastry disk.

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    *Cook's Note: By adding the liquid slowly it will help you see the desired thickness of the sauce.

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    You may not need all of the milk, as some flours absorb different amounts of liquid.

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    Just be careful.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.