Popover-Topped Pot Pie

How do you make pot pie even better? By swapping out the traditional crust topping for a giant billowing popover topper. Underneath the crowning Parmesan-and-dill studded popover is a simple vegetarian pot pie filling loaded with carrots, celery, peas, and plenty of asparagus. The filling is finished with a touch of Dijon and whisper of lemon, freshening the whole thing up.

To get the loftiest popover topper, stick to these rules: When making the batter, blend your eggs on the highest speed until they are fluffy and lightened in color before adding the rest of the ingredients. This will infuse the batter with tiny air pockets that rapidly expand in the oven. Also, preheat your oven to a fiery 425°. The intense heat will cause the popover to rise high and brown beautifully. Stick to these two rules for guaranteed popover success.