Description
A comforting and flavorful twist on the classic Shepherd’s Pie, this Shepherd’s Pie Soup is hearty and satisfying. Ground beef or lamb is simmered with vegetables and savory seasonings, topped with creamy mashed potatoes. A perfect dish for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef or ground lamb
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Mashed Potato Topping:
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (prepared in advance)
- 1/2 cup whole milk or cream (to thin potatoes for topping)
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sear the Meat: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef or lamb and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and cook for 5–7 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce, and cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Simmer the Soup: Pour in the beef broth, then add the thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10–15 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Stir in the frozen peas and cook for 2–3 more minutes.
- Prepare the Mashed Potatoes: While the soup simmers, warm the mashed potatoes with milk or cream until smooth and slightly pourable.
- Serve: To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and spoon or swirl the mashed potatoes over the top. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- This recipe works well with leftover mashed potatoes.
- For a thicker soup, stir in 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with water during the simmering step.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
