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- 2) It's the perfect vehicle for Thanksgiving leftovers (because clearly you realize "Chicken and Biscuits" can easily become "Turkey and Biscuits")
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2-3 stalks celery, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken stock
- 1/2 cup half-and-half or milk
- 2 1/2 cups cooked chicken or turkey (shredded or chopped)
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (a combination of parsley, sage and thyme is nice, but feel free to use your favorites)
- - For the biscuit topping --
- 2 cups flour
- 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup skim milk
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