Lucy's Chicken Pot Pie - The Local Palate

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 9 tablespoons flour
• 3 cups chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 carrots, peeled and medium dice
• 2 stalks celery, medium dice
• 1 medium onion, medium dice
• 2½ cups chicken, white and dark meat, cooked and chopped
• ½ cup peas
• Salt and pepper
• Optional seasonings: thyme, rosemary, pesto, curry
• 1½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded