Creamed Greens Potpie

1. Prepare Aromatics

In a medium oven-proof skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add thinly sliced garlic cloves, finely chopped shallot, and fresh thyme leaves. Cook until just softened, about 5-6 minutes.

2. Cook Greens

Add the hearty greens in batches, seasoning with kosher salt and black pepper. Cook until all the greens have wilted into the skillet.

3. Make Cream Sauce

Sprinkle all-purpose flour over the greens, stirring until incorporated. Pour in heavy cream and add hot sauce. Simmer briefly, then remove from heat.

4. Add Cheese

Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese into the skillet off the heat. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

5. Assemble Potpie

Roll out thawed puff pastry into a 12-inch circle. Place over the skillet, trim if needed. Brush with beaten egg and make a few slits in the pastry.

6. Bake

Bake on a lined baking sheet at 400 degrees for 10 minutes, then reduce temperature to 375 degrees and bake for another 30-35 minutes. Tent with foil if pastry browns too quickly.

7. Rest and Serve

Allow the potpie to rest for a few minutes before serving.