Ingredients

5 cups canned low-salt chicken broth

2 small fennel bulbs, trimmed, halved lengthwise, triangular core discarded, thinly sliced

1 3/4 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces

1/2 cup diced carrot

5 tablespoons unsalted butter

5 tablespoons all purpose flour

2 1/2 cups milk (do not use nonfat or low-fat)

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 teaspoons fennel seeds, crushed

1/2 teaspoon (or more) salt

1/4 pound thinly sliced country ham, cut into matchstick-size strips

For Pie Crust:

• 3 cups sifted all purpose flour
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces
• 4 1/2 tablespoons chilled vegetable shortening, cut into pieces
• 6 tablespoons (about) ice water

• 1 egg white, beaten to blend (glaze)

Description

These Make-ahead Savory Pies Are Wonderful Centerpiece Dishes For A Casual Dinner.

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