Imagine, "Pies That Magically Bake Their Own Crust". The Betty Crocker Bisquick Impossibly Easy Pies cookbook has been a very welcomed addition to my kitchen. With just several ingredients, Bisquick, an egg, and milk I have been able to make savory and sweet pies and have over 130 pages of recipes to try.
As someone who isn't incredibly talented in the kitchen but likes good food, I have tried baking pies in the past. (Sams recipe?). Combining my lack of experience with my lack of time and energy, I am always looking for hardy - but extremely easy - meal ideas. These Impossibly Easy Pies hit the mark perfectly. I can whip one together very quickly after work, pop it into the oven, and dinner is ready by the time I walk the dogs and feed the chickens.
My favorite so far is the chicken pot pie.
Stir together these ingredients and place in a pie plate:
- 2 cups of chunks of cooked chicken (I used canned chicken)
- 1 cup of frozen peas and carrots (I used a frozen vegetable mix that also included green beans)
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
Stir together the Bisquick, egg, and milk. Pour this mixture over the vegetable mixture. Bake.
The final product is a hot, filling, delicious, comfort food. In my household, as a single person, I am left with extra portions to use for my lunches at work.
Betty Crocker Bisquick Impossibly Easy Pies
I have begun to use a can of cream of chicken soup, the frozen vegetables, and the cooked chicken chunks routinely. Making a creamier version of the meal.
I did find that my cookbook recommends one part Bisquick to two parts milk. This makes a thin crust that forms more evenly over the top of the dish. The recipes on the internet reverse that to two parts Bisquick and one part milk. I prefer that amount as it makes more of a thick biscuit or dumpling topping (as seen in the my photo).
This week I am going to make a beef pot pie - with a can of vegetable beef soup, frozen vegetables, and grilled chunks of steak.
Additional Tips:
I found my copy of Betty Crocker Bisquick Impossibly Easy Pies cookbook at a store called Ollies for only $3.99. If thrifting is your thing, have a look at the discount stores.
Similar recipes can be found on the internet. I usually refrain from the expense of the cookbook purchase by using the internet. However, in this case, having the book with all of the different menus in one place is easy and inspiring. In this case, having the printed version is helpful to consider the varieties of pies that could be made.
The cookbook has a contents section that lists the pies into chapter based on the ingredients. Such as Beef, Chicken and Turkey, Ham/Sausage/Bacon, Fish and Seafood, Meatless, Fruity, and Sweet-Tooth Temptations. They also list some of the pies into these helpful categories:
- All-American Supper
- Summer Dinner on the Deck
- Mexi-Meal
- Sunday Brunch
- Kids' Choice
- Thanksgiving
- Special Occasion Dinner
- Appetizer Party
Bisquick “impossible pies” have been around since I was a kid, and they have gone by various names. I remember making them when I was in my twenties. So good, so filling, and so quick and easy! I’m so glad you discovered them. The cookbook sounds like it will keep you happily busy for quite a while trying different variations and finding your favorites. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteGreat find for anyone who is short of time, not very talented in the kitchen and loves food. I fit into all of these categories so this book sounds like a great idea for me. Especially good for when my other half decides he needs a day off of kitchen duty! Thanks Dawn Rae for a great kitchen helper for me.
ReplyDeleteI had heard of savory pies made with Bisquick, but never tried it. I have always loved pot pie type dishes and have used Bisquick in the past for both strawberry shortcake and dumplings on beef stew, so I know I would enjoy the recipes in this bisquick cookbook by Betty Crocker. Thanks, Dawn.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a really good cookbook with great recipe ideas and inspiration without being difficult or too time consuming. I love that it has savoury and sweet pie recipes. I have never heard of it so thank you for introducing it to me and for your very helpful review.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a cookbook that should be in every kitchen! I use Bisquick in my banana bread so I know it is an excellent ingredient for baking. I haven't tried any of the pies yet, but your chicken pot pie looks delicious! I looked through the sample pages of the cookbook on Amazon and saw several that I would like to try on those nights when I need to whip together dinner quickly. We have a really bad habit of wanting to eat around here every day :) Thanks for the recommendation and the test recipe!
ReplyDeleteOh this sounds perfectly simple when you want something warm and cozy for the fall - I love Betty Crocker recipes - I have a Betty Crocker recipe box from the 1970's and I still cook from it
ReplyDeleteWe love pot pies but I have never tried it with bisquick. Thanks for the recommendation.
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