Italian Sausage Pot Pie

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375ºF

2. Heat a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat

3. Add the sausage and brown, breaking up any large clumps

4. Add the onion, carrot, fennel, potatoes, and garlic, and sauté until tender

5. Stir in the flour until the ingredients are evenly coated and the roux is smooth

6. Add the tomatoes, stock, sage, and rosemary and simmer for 10-15 minutes

7. Whisk together the egg and water

8. In a deep pie tin, lay down the first crust, fill with the prepared filling, and top with the remaining crust

9. Crimp the edges of the crust, cut several slits in the top, and brush with the egg wash

10. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown

11. Cover the edges of the crust with foil for the last 15 minutes to avoid burning

12. Remove from the oven and allow to rest for about 5 minutes before serving