Description
A cozy, old-fashioned Pennsylvania Dutch pot pie made with tender homemade noodles, hearty vegetables, and a rich broth. This stovetop classic is pure comfort food, packed with garden-fresh flavor—no oven required!
Ingredients
Pot Pie Noodles
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2–3 tablespoons water (as needed)
Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small turnip or parsnip, peeled and diced (optional)
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup frozen peas or green beans
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Noodles: In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add eggs. Mix, adding water 1 tablespoon at a time until dough comes together. Knead briefly until smooth, then roll out on a floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into 2-inch squares or diamonds. Set aside to dry slightly while preparing soup.
- Make the Soup: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add potatoes, turnip (if using), broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Drop noodle squares into the simmering broth. Stir gently to prevent sticking. Simmer for 10–12 minutes, or until noodles are tender. Add peas (or green beans) and cook 2–3 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove bay leaf, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- Traditionally made with chicken, but this vegetable version is equally hearty.
- You can shortcut with store-bought egg noodles, but homemade noodles are more authentic.
- For richer flavor, simmer with a parmesan rind or a splash of cream at the end.
- Best enjoyed fresh, as noodles continue absorbing broth over time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup / Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Pennsylvania Dutch / American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
