Chicken Pot Pie

This takes awhile to make but it is so good!

3 celery stalks, diced
3 carrots, diced
1 onion, diced
1/2 c. frozen peas
1/4 c. butter
2 c. cooked chicken pieces
3/4 c. flour
2 c. chicken broth
1 chicken bouillon cube
1 c. evaporated milk
1 t. thyme
salt and pepper

In a large pot, saute vegetables in butter until translucent.  Add chicken and stir, cooking a few minutes. Sprinkle flour evenly over vegetables and chicken, stir and cook for a few more minutes. Add broth and bouillon cube. Pour in milk and allow to thicken, stirring gently. Add seasonings. Pour in a large pie pan or casserole dish. Top with pastry (homemade or store bought). Vent crust. Bake at 400° for 30 minutes.  Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.